Update on the future of Strabane Town Centre

Strabane’s £7m Public Realm Improvement Plans for the town centre are advancing at pace with the recent appointment of FP McCann Ltd as the lead contractor and work set to commence this spring. To coincide with this, Derry City and Strabane District Council, who are leading on the project on behalf of the Department for Communities, are hosting an Information Event aimed at keeping local businesses, retailers and the wider community fully engaged in the process.

The Strabane Public Realm Improvement Plan is backed by £6.3m from the Department for Communities and £700,000 from Derry City and Strabane District Council and is aimed at completely transforming the town's aesthetic and functionality. Among the key features of the scheme are streetscape upgrades including new lighting, high-quality footpaths, and improved traffic flow, as well as revitalisation works across Abercorn Square, Butcher Street, Castle Street, Main Street, and Railway Street. The works will also see the removal of the Market Street toilet block and the relocation of the Abercorn Square taxi rank to Market Street to improve pedestrian access.

A 3D video of the Strabane Public Realm Improvement Plan can be viewed here
 
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Ruairí McHugh, described the project as a vital pillar for the town’s economic future. He said: “This project is about making Strabane a more attractive place to visit, work, and stay. Coming on the heels of the £115 million City Deal investment, this £7 million scheme will boost footfall, support our local businesses, and pave the way for new investment. It’s vitally important that the local businesses and community have their say to ensure we get it right.”
 
The Council is calling on business owners to attend the session and provide feedback via the business engagement survey.  

This feedback is essential in measuring the project's long term success.

Complete the survey here

View the plans here