Fund launched to help restore Aberdeen's Union Street
£2.4million has been set aside
Last updated 23rd Nov 2017
Aberdeen's Union Street is getting a makeover - with £2.4million set aside for repair work.
It's hoped that this will encourage businesses to open up on the Granite mile, which has seen more empty spaces over the past few years.
The work will take place over the next five years.
The scheme encourages work – ranging from shopfront improvements to the reinstatement of architectural features.
Councillor Marie Boulton, the Council’s lead on the city centre, said: “The scheme has the potential to stimulate significant long-term investment in Union Street by paving the way for occupancy of both vacant commercial units and vacant upper floors, potentially for residential use. Union Street CARS will also further increase civic pride.”
Historic Environment Scotland chief executive Alex Paterson said: “We’re proud to be able to financially support this regeneration project in what is one of Scotland’s great historic thoroughfares.
“Union Street features many original buildings, and the restoration of their traditional aspects will showcase Aberdeen’s unique architectural heritage.
Aberdeen Inspired chief executive Adrian Watson said: “We all know that the issue of Union Street’s current state is one that provokes much debate, here a very real opportunity for the owners to grab the initiative and realise more of the potential that this historic and great street offers.”