In December 2016, following consultation over the previous months, Council noted the concerns raised by the community, particularly by local businesses, about the impact of changes to the Ferrars Street Education and Community Precinct on access to the area and their livelihood.

At the Council Meeting on 13 December 2016, the Council resolution included the following:

“Authorises officers to work with local residents, particularly those at Surveyors Place to re-scope the Streetscape Works to consider measures that will address their concerns about business access including loss of parking.”

View the full Minutes of the Council Meeting on 13 December 2016 here.

Since this meeting, Council officers have developed a refined design for the streetscape. Council is seeking community feedback on the revised design between 27 February and 10 March.