Thank you for taking the time to give us your views on emerging ideas for the Hereford Masterplan.

We thought that you would like to know that Herefordshire Council’s Cabinet will be considering the draft Masterplan next Thursday (2nd March). You can see the draft plan in the Cabinet papers 

.  The Council’s Cabinet is set to recommend that it goes out to further public consultation before any proposals are adopted. This is expected to happen in the early summer.  

Project Update

Thank you to those who have responded so far to engagement around Herefordshire Council’s emerging draft masterplan for Hereford.

This is a reminder that engagement closes on Friday 3 February 2023.

We want to hear your views - to find out more and have your say:

, Maylord St, Hereford HR1 2DT, available during shopping centre opening hours

View exhibition display books at Council Libraries and Customer Service Centres across Herefordshire

Please also publicise the engagement in your networks. Herefordshire Council is keen to hear from people across the city and county.

The draft masterplan celebrates the city’s character and provides a blueprint for making it an even better place to live, work in and visit in the future. It also explores how best to facilitate movement and connection between Hereford and the villages and market towns nearby.

By providing a coherent vision aligned with national policy, the masterplan will ensure future improvements to the city and county are coordinated and provide a compelling case to gain the funding needed to achieve them.

Hereford Draft City Masterplan – Have Your Say until 3 February 2023

Hereford is a vibrant, attractive city, with a rich history and thriving local economy. But there are challenges we need to address for the city to continue to thrive in the future.

Hereford can be difficult to get into and around, whether you’re travelling on foot, by bike, by car, bus or train. The city needs more infrastructure to support safe cycling, wheeling and walking, alongside better planned and integrated public transport. This will create real movement choice and improved highway resilience for those who genuinely need to use their cars.

Living within a city has many benefits, but we need more homes to ensure that future generations of people can continue to live here.

We also need to reduce carbon emissions to improve air quality and play our part in dealing with the current climate emergency.

With the Local Plan currently out for consultation, an Economic Plan under development and a new Local Transport plan to come - Herefordshire Council is developing a more detailed masterplan for Hereford. This will enhance the character of the city and provide a blueprint for connecting it internally and to the counties, market towns and villages nearby, making Herefordshire an even better place to live and work in the future. By creating a coherent vision that links the statutory plans, the masterplan will support the case for future investment and ensure future delivery is consistent and well-coordinated.

We want to know what you think. Have your say on 

An emerging masterplan for Hereford - Have your say!

We want to make Hereford an even better city – a greener, healthier, and safer place to live for all.

Hereford City Masterplan

Have your say about the current challenges and opportunities in and around Hereford

Comment on our map!

We would like to hear from you about the current challenges and opportunities in and around the city.

Click on the 'Have Your Say' button and drop a pin on a location that you would like to see the masterplan focus on, based on the following themes:

- Public Transport
- Active Travel (cycling/walking)
- Parking/loading
- Congestion
- Air quality
- Accessibility
- Buildings and facilities
- Green/open/public space

Please return to the map and place additional pins if you wish to comment on multiple locations.

Tell us what you think

Read more about our plans to make the city a greener, healthier, and safer place to live for all

About Hereford City Masterplan

We want to make Hereford an even better city &ndash; a greener, healthier, and safer place to live for all.We want to ensure the city is easier to get to and around, whether you&rsquo;re travelling on foot, by bike, by car, bus, or train. Better choice in how we move should reduce short-trip car journeys, reducing congestion.As the city is transformed for the future, we want to enhance the historic centre, maximise green space, explore the potential for new affordable, high-quality city centre homes, reduce carbon emissions and adapt the city for a changing climate.All these aims are being considered as part of a new masterplan for the city.By providing a coherent vision aligned with national policy, the masterplan will ensure future improvements to the city and county are coordinated and provide a compelling case to gain the funding needed to achieve them.

Have a look at our City Masterplan Engagement Boards

<h3>How to have your say?</h3>This winter, we will host a series of engagement sessions to hear the views of residents, businesses, and stakeholders. <a href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/news">Sign up to news updates to hear about them.</a>We would like to hear from you about the current challenges and opportunities in and around the city.&nbsp;<a class="fr-strong" data-uw-rm-brl="false" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/map/map" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please tell us about your experience in and around Hereford using our map.</a><a href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/fill-in-our-quick-survey/step1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><a class="fr-strong" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/fill-in-our-quick-survey/step1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please also fill in our quick survey about our vision for Hereford in the future.</a>

Hereford City Masterplan Engagement Boards WEB.pdf

Have your say about our vision for Hereford in the future

Fill in our quick survey!

We would like to hear your views!

<h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">Please fill in our quick survey below on how we can make a positive difference to the city.</h3>The survey will ask for your views on information in our exhibition boards that describe the emerging city masterplan. It is well worth taking a look at the boards before you start, or you can take a look as you go. <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669392462/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20HEREFD%20Active%20Travel%20Consultation%20Boards_web_AW.pdf/e6artxfl2bjnzwtpr6xp.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">You can view the full boards here.</a>

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670518900/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/uzkzbtqmbmqjbdlsk43j.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Images of car and bike traffic. " style="width: 350px;"><a data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/current-challenges/step1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View the exhibition board</a>, Current challengesHereford can be difficult to get&nbsp;into and around, whether on foot,&nbsp;by bike, by car, bus or train.<ul><li>The city needs better planned and integrated public transport to create real movement choice, a more resilient road network for those who genuinely need to use their cars, and improved safety for all road users.</li><li>Hereford needs more homes to ensure that future generations of people can continue to live here.</li><li>Reducing carbon emissions and improving biodiversity are key priorities. The city needs to adapt if Hereford is to play its part in dealing with the current climate and biodiversity emergency.</li><li>Hereford needs to prepare for an already changing climate. This will require nature-based solutions, such as making better use of the green spaces and network of waterways in and around the city to address impacts including flood risk.</li></ul>

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669721886/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/y5cuwlrhnj6p3qwdgvoe.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" style="width: 450px;" alt="Map of 5, 10 and 15 minute walking catchment areas in Hereford." data-uw-rm-ima-original="map of 5, 10 and 15 minute walking catchment areas in hereford."><a aria-label="View the exhibition board, - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/getting-into-and-around-the-city/step1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/getting-into-and-around-the-city/step1$viewtheexhibitionboard,">View the exhibition board,</a> Getting into and around the cityOur vision for Hereford&rsquo;s transport in the future includes:Streets, roads and neighbourhoods that feel safe and inviting for our residents, their families, and visitors to walk, wheel and cycle more.&nbsp;<ul><li>We will look at changes to our city&rsquo;s roads and infrastructure to make this happen.</li></ul>A diverse bus service which serves the wide-ranging needs of the people in our city and our towns and villages.&nbsp;<ul><li>We will look at changes to create city-wide bus services and services which reach our more rural areas to connect people to where they want to go.</li></ul>A rail station and public transport interchange that:&nbsp;<ul><li>Better connects rail services together with local buses&nbsp;</li><li>Improves walking connections to our city centre&nbsp;</li><li>Creates a strong sense of place when arriving in Hereford by train.</li></ul>Improving local access to the rail network.&nbsp;<ul><li>Assessing whether new stations or light rail are possible if the evolution of the city provides high enough levels of use.</li></ul>

<a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669216400/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20HEREFD%20Active%20Travel%20Consultation%20Boards-012.pdf/flfghahrhvhofgtcs6di.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669290524/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/qtcy4b8rhdbqze4mpwkn.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 260px;" alt="Image shows people cycling and a wheel chair user. "></a><a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669216400/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20HEREFD%20Active%20Travel%20Consultation%20Boards-012.pdf/flfghahrhvhofgtcs6di.pdf" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669216400/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20HEREFD%20Active%20Travel%20Consultation%20Boards-012.pdf/flfghahrhvhofgtcs6di.pdf" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/cycling-wheeling-and-walking-in-hereford/step1" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View the exhibition board</a>, Cycling, Wheeling* and Walking in HerefordWe know from listening to you that many of those who live, work in, or visit Hereford would like to walk or cycle more but are put off by the current state of our roads.&nbsp;<ul><li>The amount of car traffic means many of us do not currently feel safe or comfortable cycling on the street we live on, in our neighbourhoods and on main roads.&nbsp;</li><li>We want to put infrastructure in place to make our streets more people friendly. Hereford is a small, compact city that is very suited for getting around by walking, cycling, or wheeling*, quickly, cheaply and healthily.</li></ul>*using a wheelchair or mobility aid

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670519082/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/tzupb4pv1dbjx5c4itjy.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image shows map of Park and Choose sites around Hereford. Description to follow." style="width: 450px;"><a data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/making-the-best-use-of-available-space/step1" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View the exhibition board</a>, Making the best use of available spaceThere are currently more car parking spaces available in Hereford than demand requires. Providing more and better options for how people choose to move to, from and around the city may further reduce demand in the future.&nbsp;The Council is therefore looking at the potential for future re-purposing of some of the car parks it owns in Hereford to provide lively, high quality public spaces and sensitively designed new homes for the city. Many of these are in prominent city centre locations and have the potential to support other land uses which could enhance the vibrancy and activity in the city centre.Analysis is underway to identify potential opportunities for redevelopment of some car park sites in the future. This analysis will recognise that the closure of any existing car park may increase usage elsewhere.Car parks will continue to be required in a variety of different locations to cater for people arriving in Hereford from different directions. The Council will continue to provide sufficient parking to ensure the city centre remains accessible and convenient to those who visit by car, alongside all other modes of transport.<ul><li>Herefordshire Council already recognises the benefits of giving people who are visiting Hereford by car a choice in where they park.</li><li>The Council has installed a series of park and choose facilities on the outskirts of the city to provide this choice.</li><li>This is one way which Herefordshire Council is already helping to reduce car trips coming into the city.</li><li>We are looking at ways of improving these and incentivising more people to use these sites.</li></ul>

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669811750/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/b5otkbecisjnvnz2t7jp.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" style="width: 450px;" alt="Image shows illustrative examples of the kinds of new home designs. " data-uw-rm-ima-original="image shows illustrative examples of the kinds of new home designs."><a aria-label="View the exhibition board - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/new-homes-and-green-spaces/step1" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/new-homes-and-green-spaces/step1$viewtheexhibitionboard">View the exhibition board</a>, New homes and green spacesIf some existing car park sites were made available for other uses in the future, potential options for redevelopment could include:<ul><li>High-quality city centre homes that are affordable to local people of different ages</li><li>Accommodation for students of the newly created NMITE and existing College of Art</li><li>New green and open spaces for those who live, work in, and visit Hereford</li><li>Hotel or other visitor accommodation</li><li>Community and health facilities</li><li>Commercial workspaces</li></ul>Design principles for new residential developmentThe masterplan will set out key principles to guide the development of new homes in Hereford:<ul><li>High quality design</li><li>Respectful of surrounding architecture</li><li>Fitting local height and scale</li><li>Mix of tenures &ndash; sale, shared ownership, social rent</li><li>Strong environmental and biodiversity credentials</li><li>Supported by school, health, and community facilities</li></ul>

<a aria-label="image shows various heritage sites in hereford. - target website may not be available - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="true" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="http://See page XX of the consultation boards" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="http://see%20page%20xx%20of%20the%20consultation%20boards/$imageshowsvariousheritagesitesinhereford.-targetwebsitemaynotbeavailable"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669290881/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/wivbawal7g79pjq0ywyp.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" style="width: 450px;" alt="Image shows various heritage sites in Hereford." data-uw-rm-ima-original="image shows various heritage sites in hereford."></a><a aria-label="View the exhibition board - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/celebrating-herefords-past/step1" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/celebrating-herefords-past/step1$viewtheexhibitionboard">View the exhibition board</a>, Celebrating Hereford&#39;s pastSpecific themes we will explore include:<ul><li>Improving the public realm and connecting the city&rsquo;s heritage assets</li><li>Revealing the city&rsquo;s defences and archaeology</li><li>Repairing, restoring and re-using historic buildings</li><li>Addressing gap sites in the townscape</li><li>Celebrating Hereford as a place</li></ul>

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670519155/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/phvk1ilxut918eo2oo4q.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image shows attractions in Hereford. " style="width: 450px;"><a aria-label="View the exhibition board - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/hereford-as-a-place/step1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/hereford-as-a-place/step1$viewtheexhibitionboard">View the exhibition board</a>, Hereford as a placeHereford benefits from a wealth and diversity of existing, interesting public spaces.<ul><li>Highlights include the spaces associated with the Cathedral and the River Wye. Both have played major roles in the evolution of the city and provide a powerful sense of identity to Hereford.</li><li>The historic buildings and pattern of streets, lanes, passageways and spaces in the city centre provide a characterful network of pedestrian routes and spaces. However, parts of the city could be better used and presented. Opportunities include:</li></ul>City centre<ul><li>Some areas of the historic core are dominated by traffic and could be improved to create safer, healthier and more attractive and welcoming spaces for pedestrians and cyclists.</li><li>There are opportunities for coordinated use of high-quality materials</li></ul>High Town and St Peter&rsquo;s Square<ul><li>These are great locations in the city centre that could be enhanced to provide more attractive environments, with spaces better planned to support vibrant street life and activities.</li></ul><a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669216400/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20HEREFD%20Active%20Travel%20Consultation%20Boards-012.pdf/flfghahrhvhofgtcs6di.pdf" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" aria-label="res.cloudinary.com - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669216400/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/media-upload/605_2%20-%20herefd%20active%20travel%20consultation%20boards-012.pdf/flfghahrhvhofgtcs6di.pdf$res.cloudinary.com" data-uw-pdf-br="1" data-uw-pdf-doc=""></a>

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670519201/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/qeqlpcafpcap2i3jkizy.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image show map of the biodiversity in Hereford. " style="width: 450px;"><a href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/hereford-as-a-place/step1" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" data-uw-rm-brl="false" aria-label="herefordshire.commonplace.is - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/hereford-as-a-place/step1$herefordshire.commonplace.is"></a><a aria-label="View the exhibition board, - opens in new tab" data-uw-rm-brl="false" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" href="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/a-greener-city/step1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://herefordshire.commonplace.is/en-gb/proposals/a-greener-city/step1$viewtheexhibitionboard,">View the exhibition board,</a> A greener cityOur vision for the environment and biodiversity in and around Hereford includes to:<ul><li>Explore potential to bring historic transport corridors back into use to provide new walking and cycling routes or wildlife habitats. These include the former Hereford to Abergavenny Railway and former Hereford, Hay and Brecon Railway, as well as the route of the former Herefordshire to Gloucestershire Canal.&nbsp;</li><li>Rediscover lost sections of Hereford&rsquo;s rivers and brooks, moving them above ground to create pocket parks, wildlife corridors and active travel links.&nbsp;</li><li>Enhance the Lugg Corridor to create an accessible green space for sensitive access to and exploration of nature that serves the whole of Hereford, alongside enhancing undisturbed areas for wildlife.&nbsp;</li><li>Increase urban, woodland and orchard tree planting to raise tree cover across Hereford from 15% to 25%.&nbsp;</li><li>Deliver nature-based solutions to flooding across the Wye, Lugg, and Hereford&rsquo;s brooks.</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about current challenges

Current challenges

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670518491/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/ghcayvdqqvgqkk1dnf8j.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Exhibition board showing images of car and bike traffic. Description to follow." style="width: 450px;">Hereford can be difficult to get&nbsp;into and around, whether on foot,&nbsp;by bike, by car, bus or train.<ul id="isPasted"><li>The city needs better planned and integrated public transport to create real movement choice, a more resilient road network for those who genuinely need to use their cars, and improved safety for all road users.</li><li>Hereford needs more homes to ensure that future generations of people can continue to live here.</li><li>Reducing carbon emissions and improving biodiversity are key priorities. The city needs to adapt if Hereford is to play its part in dealing with the current climate and biodiversity emergency.</li><li>Hereford needs to prepare for an already changing climate. This will require nature-based solutions, such as making better use of the green spaces and network of waterways in and around the city to address impacts including flood risk.</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about getting into and around the city

Getting into and around the city

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669989280/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/qzrvodlswfl0miah6ffv.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" style="width: 600px;" alt="Image shows map of Hereford with 5, 10 and 15 minute walking catchments. Description to follow.">Our vision for Hereford&rsquo;s transport in the future includes:Streets, roads and neighbourhoods that feel safe and inviting for our residents, their families, and visitors to walk, wheel and cycle more.&nbsp;<ul><li>We will look at changes to our city&rsquo;s roads and infrastructure to make this happen.</li></ul>A diverse bus service which serves the wide-ranging needs of the people in our city and our towns and villages.&nbsp;<ul><li>We will look at changes to create city-wide bus services and services which reach our more rural areas to connect people to where they want to go.</li></ul>A rail station and public transport interchange that:&nbsp;<ul><li>Better connects rail services together with local buses&nbsp;</li><li>Improves walking connections to our city centre&nbsp;</li><li>Creates a strong sense of place when arriving in Hereford by train.</li></ul>Improving local access to the rail network.&nbsp;<ul><li>Assessing whether new stations or light rail are possible if the evolution of the city provides high enough levels of use.</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about cycling, wheeling and walking in Hereford

Cycling, wheeling and walking in Hereford

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669989237/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/qxdn2ttmcy0hmejfzbfv.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" style="width: 400px;" alt="Image shows people cycling and a wheel chair user. Description to follow.">We know from listening to you that many of those who live, work in, or visit Hereford would like to walk or cycle more but are put off by the current state of our roads.&nbsp;<ul><li>The amount of car traffic means many of us do not currently feel safe or comfortable cycling on the street we live on, in our neighbourhoods and on main roads.&nbsp;</li><li>We want to put infrastructure in place to make our streets more people friendly. Hereford is a small, compact city that is very suited for getting around by walking, cycling, or wheeling, quickly, cheaply and healthily.</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about making the best use of available space

Making the best use of available space

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670518649/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/ooqzbfa2uqy8wirlhcpk.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image shows map of Park and Choose sites around Hereford. Description to follow." style="width: 700px;">There are currently more car parking spaces available in Hereford than demand requires. Providing more and better options for how people choose to move to, from and around the city may further reduce demand in the future.&nbsp;The Council is therefore looking at the potential for future re-purposing of some of the car parks it owns in Hereford to provide lively, high quality public spaces and sensitively designed new homes for the city. Many of these are in prominent city centre locations and have the potential to support other land uses which could enhance the vibrancy and activity in the city centre.Analysis is underway to identify potential opportunities for redevelopment of some car park sites in the future. This analysis will recognise that the closure of any existing car park may increase usage elsewhere.Car parks will continue to be required in a variety of different locations to cater for people arriving in Hereford from different directions. The Council will continue to provide sufficient parking to ensure the city centre remains accessible and convenient to those who visit by car, alongside all other modes of transport.<ul><li id="isPasted">Herefordshire Council already recognises the benefits of giving people who are visiting Hereford by car a choice in where they park.</li><li>The Council has installed a series of park and choose facilities on the outskirts of the city to provide this choice.</li><li>This is one way which Herefordshire Council is already helping to reduce car trips coming into the city.</li><li>We are looking at ways of improving these and incentivising more people to use these sites.</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about new homes and green spaces

New homes and green spaces

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669990106/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/af8dpccupswtvn72i52z.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" alt="Image shows illustrative examples of the kinds of new home designs. Description to follow." style="width: 500px;">If some existing car park sites were made available for other uses in the future, potential options for redevelopment could include:<ul><li>High-quality city centre homes that are affordable to local people of different ages</li><li>Accommodation for students of the newly created NMITE and existing College of Art</li><li>New green and open spaces for those who live, work in, and visit Hereford</li><li>Hotel or other visitor accommodation</li><li>Community and health facilities</li><li>Commercial workspaces</li></ul>Design principles for new residential developmentThe masterplan will set out key principles to guide the development of new homes in Hereford:<ul><li>High quality design</li><li>Respectful of surrounding architecture</li><li>Fitting local height and scale</li><li>Mix of tenures &ndash; sale, shared ownership, social rent</li><li>Strong environmental and biodiversity credentials</li><li>Supported by school, health, and community facilities</li></ul>

Click on the tile to read more about celebrating Hereford's past

Celebrating Hereford's past

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1669990355/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/ksnn1mpgis2nupnv4rum.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" alt="Image shows various heritage sites in Hereford. Description to follow." style="width: 550px;">Specific themes we will explore include:<ul><li>Improving the public realm and connecting the city&rsquo;s heritage assets</li><li>Revealing the city&rsquo;s defences and archaeology</li><li>Repairing, restoring and re-using historic buildings</li><li>Addressing gap sites in the townscape</li><li>Celebrating Hereford as a place</li></ul>

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Hereford as a place

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670518738/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/a3xkfkfq8z3fs6my5dyy.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image shows attractions in Hereford. Description to follow." style="width: 700px;"> Hereford benefits from a wealth and diversity of existing, interesting public spaces. <ul><li>Highlights include the spaces associated with the Cathedral and the River Wye. Both have played major roles in the evolution of the city and provide a powerful sense of identity to Hereford.</li><li>The historic buildings and pattern of streets, lanes, passageways and spaces in the city centre provide a characterful network of pedestrian routes and spaces. However, parts of the city could be better used and presented. Opportunities include:</li></ul>City centre<ul><li>Some areas of the historic core are dominated by traffic and could be improved to create safer, healthier and more attractive and welcoming spaces for pedestrians and cyclists.</li><li>There are opportunities for coordinated use of high-quality materials</li></ul>High Town and St Peter&rsquo;s Square<ul><li>These are great locations in the city centre that could be enhanced to provide more attractive environments, with spaces better planned to support vibrant street life and activities.</li></ul>

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A greener city

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1670518797/projects/628b92f22a26adfca1659fad/bdu4bctaz71p1sckwpwy.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fil" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-ima="hd" alt="Image show map of the biodiversity in Hereford. Description to follow." style="width: 700px;">Our vision for the environment and biodiversity in and around Hereford includes to:<ul><li>Explore potential to bring historic transport corridors back into use to provide new walking and cycling routes or wildlife habitats. These include the former Hereford to Abergavenny Railway and former Hereford, Hay and Brecon Railway, as well as the route of the former Herefordshire to Gloucestershire Canal.&nbsp;</li><li>Rediscover lost sections of Hereford&rsquo;s rivers and brooks, moving them above ground to create pocket parks, wildlife corridors and active travel links.&nbsp;</li><li>Enhance the Lugg Corridor to create an accessible green space for sensitive access to and exploration of nature that serves the whole of Hereford, alongside enhancing undisturbed areas for wildlife.&nbsp;</li><li>Increase urban, woodland and orchard tree planting to raise tree cover across Hereford from 15% to 25%.&nbsp;</li><li>Deliver nature-based solutions to flooding across the Wye, Lugg, and Hereford&rsquo;s brooks.</li></ul>