What's happening
We're working on plans to create a new laneway across the vacant lots at 79 Grey Street and 134 Durham Street.
The new space will offer students, bus users and pedestrians an easier way to move between the two streets.
In short, it will offer people better access to public transport, the University of Waikato, shops and food outlets.
Development opportunity
In November 2024, our Project Planning & Monitoring Committee approved the sale of the 79 Grey Street site on the open market through an Expressions of Interest (EOI) process.
As part of this process, we're keen to hear about any proposals to develop the site with a high-quality urban design that incorporates the public laneway.
Please get in touch with our City Development Team if you wish to be involved in the EOI process.
Context
This project joins many other initiatives aimed at making our city centre a great place to live, work, learn, and play.
Check out some other great initiatives on our City Centre webpage.
More information
You can find out more about the vision for the downtown area in our City Centre Action and Investment Plan.