Longwood Draft Streetscape Plan | Streetscape Renewal Program

STAGE ONE

The first stage of the streetscape renewal plan aims to deliver a portion of the project in the immediate term which utilises an existing funding agreement with the Federal government.

The following describes 3 options for this stage of the streetscape renewal plan and the initial steps required to see those options implemented.

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OPTION A

Option A - Crossing the tracks

OPTION B

Option B - Bridge to War Memorial

OPTION C

Option C - Down street do-up

Within the 2020/21 budget, the Strathbogie Shire Council approved funding for works to be under taken to renew and improve existing streetscapes within the shire.

This allocation has been supported by a grant from the Federal Government.

Effective streetscape design is an integral part of shaping a community’s identity, increasing civic pride and improving a sense of well-being and belonging. Areas for improvement may include but are not limited to; town entry features, street furniture, planting, pedestrian/traffic circulation and safety, public art, lighting, general wayfinding and signage.

The focus of the study area is the town centre of Longwood, centralised by the Hill & Down Street intersection.

The study area includes a broader look at path connections in the town with a particular look at the area around the Rockery Museum.

This document presents a conceptual streetscape renewal plan for the town of Longwood.

The intention of this streetscape renewal plan is to provide a visual guide for future streetscape development, rather than a literal or specific representation of works to be completed.

The recommendations include streetscape projects which can be implemented progressively as well as a palette of streetscape materials, finishes, fixtures and landscaping recommendations that work to maintain streetscape consistency, improve functionality and amenity and reflect a sense of identity and character for the area.

The project concentrates on the public realm, which includes the components of the streets and footpaths. Building facades are not included.

Longwood is a small rural town that celebrates a rich agricultural history.

Set amongst farming land and natural bushland, Longwood is characterised by natural stands of eucalypts and informal civic spaces.

Streetscape renewal should b e considerate of maintaining the informal and rural atmosphere that has been created and enjoyed by the tight knit community.

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