Bold plans – the River Tees is an important focus for much of the regeneration of Stockton ' s central areas, helping to provide a safe and welcoming place to live, work and play.
Stockton-on-Tees’ vision for the next 25 years
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Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’ s approach to regeneration and economic growth will be critical to the future prosperity and wellbeing of the borough’ s communities.
The next chapter for regeneration builds on the area’ s rich history, diverse communities and growing ambitions for the future.
It will see the creation of a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable place for residents, visitors and businesses alike.
In doing so, it will enhance and animate public spaces, build local pride and promote economic growth.
A blueprint shows the council’ s vision for future development plans in central Stockton and north Thornaby over the next 25 years, delivering modern, mixed-use urban neighbourhoods and great plans to create a stronger central area in the town centre.
The River Tees is an important part of the story. It’ s the focus for much of the regeneration of the central areas, helping to provide a safe and welcoming place to live, work and play.
The plans aim to attract a young and skilled workforce and ensure they are here to stay.
A diverse housing offer across the borough will also meet the needs and aspirations of the borough’ s residents.
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The blueprint will create the conditions for healthy, sustainable and quality town centre living, with good access to all services.
This ambitious town centre regeneration programme centred around Stockton Waterfront urban park is a catalyst for change, showing confidence and progress in the area.
Councillor Richard Eglington, cabinet member for housing and regeneration at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, said: " This is an exciting opportunity to look to the future of central Stockton and north Thornaby, ensuring a bright future for everyone who lives and works here.
" This is a journey we ' ve been on for some time and our ambitious regeneration programme is a significant opportunity to drive change.
" We want people to find their perfect place to call home and ensure they want to stay here so we ' re determined to make sure it ' s a great place to live, work and play.
Richard Eglington – cabinet member for housing and regeneration at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
" Making our vision a reality will be certain to improve perceptions, leading to greater footfall, dwell time and spending power in the town.”
STOCKTON WATERFRONT URBAN PARK The Stockton Waterfront urban park development is progressing at pace and new images show the progress of the construction.
Contractor Esh Group has made significant progress on the lower park construction, including the removal of the existing carriageway to realign it under the new land bridge and the creation of a new substation to serve the park.
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