Ashfield Town Centre Upgrade

In December 2014, a new Public Domain Strategy for Ashfield Town Centre was proposed following an extensive community consultation process. To renew and revitalise Ashfield Town Centre, the Strategy includes innovative design solutions for key places in the Town Centre, proposed locations for new public open space, new street tree planting and paving initiatives, locations for community art and proposals for Water Sensitive Urban Design stormwater treatments. Features of the scheme include provisions for high pedestrian activity in street intersections - Improving safety, and sight-lines; vibrant atmosphere in laneways through considered placement of lighting, and street art; adjustment to arrangements for pedestrians to help activate space, and provide natural surveillance; and implementation of rain gardens and other water sensitive techniques to mitigate runoff impact.