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A new pedestrianised public plaza will soon be added to Knox Street, Double Bay!

The NSW Government has allocated $4.75 million in funding to Woollahra Council to fund a new public plaza at Knox Street, Double Bay as part of the NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program, subject to Council meeting planning acceleration targets.

Creating vibrant public spaces and supporting local business is a key priority for Woollahra Council, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create a dynamic commercial centre space.

Council will pedestrianise a section of Knox Street (between the Bay Street intersection and Goldman Lane), adding new lighting, plantings, public art and seating for the whole community to enjoy.

The new plaza will provide extra space for people to gather, rest and relax in a leafy and welcoming environment. It will also create potential for new events, markets, activations and outdoor dining experiences in an already well-loved and inviting part of Double Bay.

In September-October 2021, Council consulted the community to understand their priorities for this new space. An experienced team of consultants have since created a contemporary, inviting and inclusive design based on the feedback we heard.

The concept design was placed on public exhibition from 3 – 23 February 2022. A copy of the report to Council’s Finance Community and Services Committee can be found here.

This report also includes the minutes of the Extraordinary Local Traffic Committee meeting on this project.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL CONCEPT DESIGNS

To find out more about how we received this funding, visit the Public Spaces Legacy Program page.

Knox Street Plaza - Concept Design Survey

CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

Knox Street Plaza Survey

CLOSED: This survey has concluded.