Urban Design Analysis
As part of the Central McDougall/Queen Mary Park Revitalization Strategy, the City has begun an Urban Design Analysis to identify areas of improvement in these neighbourhoods. The report will prioritize concept streetscape and landscape design of selected areas for streetscape improvement and place-making.
Background
Central McDougall and Queen Mary Park are mature neighbourhoods located just north of downtown, each with their own distinctive urban character, demographics and socio-economic dynamics. These neighbourhoods have witnessed limited growth over the past few decades, despite their central location. It is recognized that some revitalization efforts are required, and a Revitalization Strategy for the area was approved by Council in 2012.
The Central McDougall / Queen Mary Park Urban Design Analysis is a critical directive within the area’s Revitalization Strategy. It will investigate the existing urban environment, its functionality, connectivity, aesthetics and the overall urban experience of the neighbourhood. This information will seek to and suggest improvements in order to stimulate livability, walkability, place-making, enhanced social interactions and local businesses. This study will ultimately support the overarching goals of the Neighbourhood Revitalization initiative.
Community Engagement
Open House
This public Open House will present and prioritize recommendations for public realm improvements based on the Urban Design Analysis for the Central McDougall/Queen Mary Park Neighbourhood Revitalization. It will also provide a feedback loop leading on from the initial Community Walkabout in January 2016 to demonstrate how people's input was considered through the process.
Date: Monday, May 30, 2016
Time: 4-8pm
Location: Prince of Wales Armouries Heritage Centre, 10440-109 Avenue
Meeting with the North Edge Business Association
February to March 2016
A questionnaire was distributed to NEBA business members to collect feedback and suggestions regarding public realm improvement along the main street and the adjacent communities. A meeting was held with the North Edge BRZ executive to brainstorm ideas for neighboruhood improvements.
Neighbourhood Walk
January 23-24, 2016
A Community Walkabout was organized in two consecutive days in Central McDougall and Queen Mary Park. Community stakeholders, residents and the project team walked through both neighbourhoods and discussed concerns and ideas for public realm improvements in the two communities.
For More Information
David Holdsworth
Sustainable Development
| Title | Senior Urban Designer |
|---|---|
| Telephone |
780-496-6112 |
| Fax | 780-401-7053 |
| david.holdsworth@edmonton.ca |
