RESIDENTS, businesses and community groups are being asked for their views on a regeneration plan in Paisley.
The plans for Causeyside Street would improve active travel connections, support sustainable transport and increase parking and loading options.
The proposals aim to make the street an attractive place to live, work and visit by enhancing walking in the area with clearer footways making it safer for residents, commuters and visitors, as well as improving accessibility at bus stops to make it easier for passengers to board and disembark.
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A new two-way cycle route on Causeyside Street would connect Paisley Gilmour Street train station with Canal Street Station, as well as the popular National Cycle Route 7 and would be separated from the main road carriageway.
There would also be increased parking spaces, improved pedestrian crossing facilities and new electric charging infrastructure to support the move to sustainable transport.
The proposals are part of the ongoing transformation of Paisley town centre, which has seen major investment being made in its historic venues, including the plans to turn Paisley Museum into a world-class destination, Paisley Town Hall modernisation into a landmark entertainment venue and an extension and upgrade to Paisley Arts Centre.
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Councillor Michelle Campbell, convener of Renfrewshire Council’s Infrastructure, Land and Environment Policy Board, said: "These are exciting proposals as we look to regenerate Causeyside Street for residents, businesses and visitors alike and ensure it retains its importance alongside the ongoing transformation work at the Town Hall, Museum, High Street and Arts Centre.
"With climate change high on our list of priorities as a Council, it’s important that we encourage sustainable transport wherever possible and the new cycle route would be a great addition as it would connect our two town centre train stations, as well as join the National Cycle Route 7 – with the plans also making it safer and easier for people to walk through this part of town and utilise bus services.
"The designs also allow us to add more parking and loading spaces along Causeyside Street which should benefit people visiting the town centre using all modes of transport and bring a boost to businesses in the area.
"Please take this opportunity to look at the plans and provide your feedback to allow the next stage of the project to reflect our local communities."
Concept designs, visualisations and a short survey for feedback are available on the Council website HERE with a closing date for responses of Sunday, August 7.
Renfrewshire Council’s project team will be available to meet with the public every Wednesday and Friday between 12pm to 2pm at the PaisleyIs branded 5A High Street during the engagement period.
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