Better Queensway Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the purpose of Better Queensway?
The Better Queensway project aims to improve the Queensway area. This will involve two key elements:
- improving the safety of the Queensway road and roundabout
- building new housing on and around the estate
How will residents be informed during the project?
We are committed to make sure that residents have a voice throughout the project. There is a Queensway Matters forum which meets every two months. This is open for Queensway residents to attend and speak with council officers and the Deputy Leader. To register your interest in joining, please email the Beter Queensway team.
There will be a community liaison officer from Taylor Woodrow on site two days a week. They will be available to answer any questions relating to the project. To get in touch, please contact Cathryn Wright.
How will the works be funded?
The majority of the infrastructure works will be funded by a Housing Infrastructure Fund grant from Homes England.
What are the benefits?
Benefits of this scheme include:
- improved safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists
- removing unused elements of the road such as the stopped-up footbridge
- creating a new space which suits the needs of residents and visitors
Why is the car park being closed?
The car park will be closed to provide a work site for Taylor Woodrow.
What other parking options are available nearby?
There will be parking available at the following car parks:
- Warrior Square
- Tylers Avenue and York Road
- Short Street
- University Square
- Victoria Centre car parks
There are signs in the area to help direct traffic to available parking.
What about season ticket holders?
There are no season ticket holders for Essex Street car park. As a result, no action will need taking.
How will this affect local businesses and visitors?
We will provide more details as the scheme moves forward. We do not expect any major disruption to the road network at this stage.
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