Residents to shape Maidenhead's future

Published 8 Sep 2009 13:00 0 Comments

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RESIDENTS in Maidenhead are invited to have their say in a consultation on the five key elements of the town centre.

A comprehensive area action plan (AAP) is being formed to guide development and potential growth in the long-term rejuvenation of Maidenhead.

The consultation was launched this week by PRoM (the Partnership for the Rejuvenation of Maidenhead) and the Royal Borough.

The key areas to be consulted on are; an extension of the town centre boundary to reflect the potential for growth over the next 20 years, how to beat the barrier created by the ring road to provide better access to the town centre, integrated public transport and encouraging more people to cycle or walk, where landmark, feature and/or taller buildings could be located to enhance the town centre and how to create a more attractive town centre with better, greener public spaces.

Bob Dulson, independent chairman of PRoM, said: "We see the AAP as vital for the future of Maidenhead - the cornerstone of development. We want it to be sound, sustainable and stimulating. Once agreed, it will not only set out what types of developments are appropriate and where, but also how they improve the environment and relate to other buildings, public spaces and the wider town centre."

Maidenhead: on Track for the Future, a newsletter which includes a look at what's been achieved so far, has been produced by PRoM. It features the current consultation information and is available in the Town Hall, local libraries, the Magnet Leisure Centre and Nicholsons Shopping Centre.

Residents can also reply online at www.rbwm.gov.uk/web/prom_newsletter.htm

The closing date is Friday, October 9.

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