A regeneration scheme which will see Larne revitalised with pedestrianisation works is continuing to progress.

More details have been revealed for the project, as Mid and East Antrim Borough Council looks to develop an application for funding from the Department for Communities (DfC).

Investment in the Public Realm in Dunluce Street and Lower Cross Street would see both locations pedestrianised, with the public footway on Bridge Street extended by removing the two on-street parking bays.

These proposed works would enable developers to create a café culture and a plaza type area to host small events, increasing footfall in Larne town centre.

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Public realm improvement works were completed in Larne a few years ago with significant investment in new streetscape, furniture and lighting, however this work did not extend to Dunluce Street and Lower Cross Street.

Mayor Councillor, William McCaughey said: "The existing two car parking spaces on Bridge Street are not regularly used as there is sufficient parking along Point Street that runs parallel to Dunluce Street. In addition, with a proposed new hotel development planned for this area in the near future, Council believes that this is an opportune time to focus on upgrading Dunluce Street and Lower Cross Street to support the overall regeneration of Larne town centre.

"It is hoped that the regeneration works will act as a catalyst for further private and public sector investment in the area."

The Council is now calling on members of the public and businesses in the area to make their views known to help support the project.

The online survey and proposal plans may be inspected for a period of 28 days from 24 August 2021 here.