Plans revealed for next phase of Chester Northgate regeneration
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Residents, businesses and stakeholders are invited to have their say on the next phase of the Northgate regeneration project, marking the first step in delivering a key priority of the Chester One City Plan.
The local community will find out more about the proposed vision, ahead of the scheme being showcased at the UK’s annual Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREIIF) in Leeds later in May. This early engagement offers the community a chance to help shape the developing masterplan.
As part of this, ION Developments and Cheshire West and Chester Council are holding a drop in event, giving people the opportunity to view the emerging proposals, speak to the project team and share their feedback.
The events will be held over two days at the former Barclays Bank building next to Chester Cathedral, 30 St. Werburgh Street, from 2pm until 5pm on Monday 11 May; and from 2pm until 7pm on Tuesday 12 May.
The next phase of the Northgate development aims to deliver a new residential community of more than 400 sustainable homes, including affordable housing, to open up a forgotten quarter of the city and help repopulate the heart of the historic city. Alongside new homes, the scheme includes public realm and supporting infrastructure, designed to enhance accessibility and further boost economic growth, through attracting investment and increasing footfall.
The masterplan will look to the future, while restoring and honouring the city’s historical street patterns to create an inclusive community inspired by Chester’s heritage.
The proposed scheme will allow the Town Hall building to be unwrapped and appreciated again, no longer attached to and overshadowed by the former Forum Shopping Centre and Council offices.
The evolving masterplan also includes initial proposals for a new cultural building opening onto Town Hall Square that could enhance current provision in the city and support uses such as gallery and performance spaces, community spaces and exhibitions celebrating Chester’s unique history.
The first engagement will run until 19 June 2026.
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