CONSULTANTS to help guide the development of the masterplan for Colchester city centre have been appointed.

We Made That has been appointed by Colchester Council to help with the project.

The company will project manage and lead the consultant team, which also comprises companies HAT Projects, Steer, PRD and Authentic Futures.

The masterplan will provide a future vision and plan, identifying key areas of growth and assessing future transport opportunities amongst others.

We Made That will be actively engaging with those who live, work, do business and visit the city centre, to advise on an overarching plan.

As part of the planning stage, authorities will consider active travel habits, public transport, and access to the city centre from wider Colchester.

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Leader of Colchester Council David King said: “This masterplan will establish a shared understanding of the most important strengths of the area, along with the opportunities.

“We will be working with those who use the city centre and potential uses to shape the masterplan.

“The development of opportunities for our city-to-be centre is not an overnight job. It will take a significant investment in time, expertise, patience and money – but we are taking the important first steps.”

The council aims to deliver a comprehensive masterplan document by the end of 2022.