We ran a public consultation between 11 July and 8 August 2022 on potential improvement options for Lincoln Road. We presented two options which focused on the Millfield area of Lincoln Road, between Searjeant Street and Windmill Street.
Project aims
Our project aims are to:
- Create an attractive destination for residents, visitors and shoppers
- Encourage more people in the area to walk and cycle
- Help boost local business
- Encourage more of a cafe culture approach
Cafes, restaurants and shops could extend their business outside and make the most of the improved, additional space during the spring and summer.
Potential improvement options
We drew up two options to give an idea of what we could achieve. These options are at an early stage. All elements were open to feedback during the consultation period.
For both options, we proposed new block paving to enhance the look of this section of Lincoln Road. The intention is to continue the new paving up to the shop frontages. We contacted private landowners to highlight that we will seek their permission for this work to take place, pending the response from the consultation.
Option one
- New widened pavements on either side of the road
- New pedestrian crossing at the Lincoln Road / Alma Road junction
- New soft landscaping - e.g. trees and shrubs
- New electric vehicle charging points
- New bins
- Cycle parking
- New benches
- This option would mean the removal of approximately three parking spaces on the road
Option two
- All items listed under option one
- Addition of cycling infrastructure (a cycle lane on either side of the road)
- This option would mean the removal of approximately ten parking spaces on the road
Project status
This project is ongoing.
Funding
Total funding for this project is £3.4m. We have secured £2.5m from the Government’s Towns Fund. Additional funding will come from council budget and other sources.
Governance
The Towns Fund Board and the Place and Economy Department Management Team have given approval to proceed.
