Engagement begins for major Wolverhampton regeneration project
17.07.24 3 min read
Along with City of Wolverhampton, we have launched an initial community conversation to support the regeneration of City Centre West.
ECF has entered into a Development Agreement with City of Wolverhampton Council, to bring forward proposals for up to 1,000 new homes, shops, and public spaces as part of the city’s largest regeneration opportunity.
Featuring prominently in the Wolverhampton Investment Prospectus and detailed in the City Centre Local Area Action Plan, City Centre West has long been identified as a location for regeneration and investment.
The engagement event will not present detailed images or plans but will seek to understand the challenges, opportunities, and priorities of the community. It is part of a long-term approach to work in partnership with the community, with further events planned over the coming months.
The events will take place at The Urban Room, 18 Queen Square, Wolverhampton at the following dates and times:
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25th July – 11am – 4pm
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31st July – 12pm-7pm
The Urban Room is a project, supported by City of Wolverhampton Council, which provides a dedicated space for communities to engage in the regeneration of the city.
Residents are welcome to attend at any time during opening hours and members of our team will be available to answer questions. Feedback forms will be available, and a dedicated website has also been launched at www.citycentrewest.co.uk which will include all the information on display at the event and be updated regularly.
Residents can also email ecfconsultation@plmr.co.uk or call 0800 368 7592 for more information and to leave feedback.
Cllr Chris Burden, Cabinet Member for City Development, Jobs, and Skills said:
“It’s a chance to engage with our delivery partnership, to share challenges and opportunities and help inform the designs and subsequent planning application.
“City Centre West will put people at the heart of our city with new homes, shops, and public spaces. I encourage as many residents as possible to engage and share their views.”
Basit Ali, Development Director – Midlands, at Muse said:
“Genuine placemaking only happens with the support and backing of the community so this is our first step towards building the relationships which will help define what we deliver in Wolverhampton.”