A rezoning proposal for Newcastle's former rail corridor, the next stage of development in the city's multibillion-dollar revitalisation, is open for public comment.
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The proposal outlines a mix of public recreation, tourism, residential and commercial buildings along a 2kilometre stretch of the old heavy rail line between Worth Pl and Watt St.
The public can view and comment on land-use zones proposed by council in the corridor in response to last year's rezoning request by the Hunter Development Corporation (HDC).
The public exhibition period is an important part of ensuring a balance of open space, tourism facilities, and residential and commercial development along the corridor.
I invite everyone to have their say by submitting a formal submission through Newcastle City Council's engagement site, via email or post, or even register to address Council at a public voice session later in the year.
This is a one-off chance to get the next exciting stage of the city's development right after a record $1 billion worth of building approvals over the past 12 months.
A range of documents are available for review including a development control plan and draft planning agreement, which complement the planning proposal.
The documents can be read online, at the King St city administration centre or Newcastle Library.
