Swiętokrzyska street. Reshaping the City Centre.
Published on 21 March 2019
Poland
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About this good practice
Swietokrzyska street is located in the city centre. Moreover a new underground line was opened a year ago with two stations situated at the beginning and the end of Swietokrzyska street.
The construction of the underground was an opportunity for rebuilding the street. The City of Warsaw decided to change priorities in this section: the space for cars was narrowed, and the area for pedestrians was expanded. Also, new infrastructure for bicycles was built.
But, according to the public opinion, the quality of public space was not acceptable. As a result, two projects were put in for the participatory budget. The Road Authority in Warsaw was responsible for the implementation of both projects.
Liaising with the proponents, and after thorough consultation process, they decided to even broaden the extent of redevelopment. Eventually, the space started to be more liveable and cosy because of new greenery and more than 200 newly planted trees.
The construction of the underground was an opportunity for rebuilding the street. The City of Warsaw decided to change priorities in this section: the space for cars was narrowed, and the area for pedestrians was expanded. Also, new infrastructure for bicycles was built.
But, according to the public opinion, the quality of public space was not acceptable. As a result, two projects were put in for the participatory budget. The Road Authority in Warsaw was responsible for the implementation of both projects.
Liaising with the proponents, and after thorough consultation process, they decided to even broaden the extent of redevelopment. Eventually, the space started to be more liveable and cosy because of new greenery and more than 200 newly planted trees.
Resources needed
The project costs 1,3 million EURO. the investemnts proccess lasted for 1,5 years and requires 2 companies: designing and building one.
Evidence of success
Complex reshaping of a part of the city centre. Increasing a biologically active surface in an area with shortage of greenery. A good example of meeting citizens expectations and a way of reaching a compromise.
A modernised street, improved walkability and liveability in the city centre. Exemplary liaison between the City of Warsaw and the citizens.
A modernised street, improved walkability and liveability in the city centre. Exemplary liaison between the City of Warsaw and the citizens.
Potential for learning or transfer
A modernised street, improved walkability and liveability in the city centre. Exemplary liaison between the City of Warsaw and the citizens.
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Public Road Authority in Warsaw
Poland
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