The McDougall closes its doors as the City's public art gallery on 16 June this year, with the new Christchurch Art Gallery due to formally open in April next year.

The Council has resolved to seek the views of the public on possible future uses of the heritage building, compatible with its special character.

Public submissions close at 4pm on Friday, 12 April and should be addressed to Peter Mitchell, Legal Services Manager, Christchurch City Council, 163-173 Tuam Street. No official form is required. Submitters are asked to indicate on their submissions if they wish to speak before the sub-committee.

For further information on the legal process please contact Peter Mitchell on 941 8549. For further information on heritage issues please contact Christchurch City Council Senior Heritage Planner Jenny May on 379 1660 or 021 193 7310. More information about the submission process can be found at www.ccc.govt.nz/consultation/McDougall. More information about the Robert McDougall Art Gallery building can be found at www.mcdougall.org.nz

A public meeting to discuss the future of the Robert McDougall Art Gallery building is being held on Tuesday 26 March at 5.30pm at ‘Our City’, Old Municipal Council Chambers (Oxford Tce / Worcester St).