Updated proposals for the new Cambridge Market have been proposed, part of the ongoing Civic Quarter project.
The city council has published more about its aim for a seven-day market, while improving security and adding flexibility within the Market Square.
The wider Civic Quarter project seeks to regenerate the area consisting of the Guildhall, Corn Exchange, Market Square and surrounding public spaces.
After incorporating feedback from the public consultation held in the Summer, the proposals now include:
- An increase in the overall number of stalls being proposed to 94.
- An increase in the number of permanent stalls to 36
- Changes to a proposed canopy
- A commitment to keeping fees at previous levels for 12 months
- Retaining and refurbishing the existing fountain
- Bins and toilets for traders
The update also includes a proposed new layout for the Market.
In parallel, a draft business plan for Cambridge Market, developed by Place Partnership, will be presented to traders for feedback at a traders’ meeting in May.
Cllr Rosy Moore, executive councillor for climate action and environment, said: “This is a big step forward in shaping our vision of a 21st Century civic quarter with a modern, accessible, seven-day market.
“I am pleased we have been able to respond directly to feedback from the traders and other stakeholders, which has resulted in an increase in the number of permanent and demountable stalls we are proposing. The project team will continue dialogue with all stakeholders, as the plans evolve over the Summer.
“We will now move forward to testing the preferred demountable stall option, and continue to engage with the traders on the proposed layout and permanent stall design. It is our belief that the evolving proposals will meet the requirements of having a thriving, seven-day market, in a location that is safe and welcoming, at all times.”
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