Hull is changing, and the people who live, work, and visit the city are being asked to help shape its future. Hull City Council has launched a public engagement project to gather ideas on how to create a more family-friendly, sustainable, and thriving city centre.
If you have opinions about what Hull’s heart should look like in the coming years—whether it’s greener spaces, better transport, or more housing—this is your chance to be heard.
A fresh vision for Hull’s city centre
Hull City Council is working with urban design experts Planit to create a long-term strategy called the Hull City Centre Vision. The plan will focus on several key areas, including:
- Identifying new places for development
- Creating a city centre that’s more environmentally friendly, with better public transport and sustainable buildings
- Defining different neighbourhoods and districts to give them clear identities
- Tackling flood risks with greener, more resilient designs
- Improving public spaces and making the city centre more accessible for all
- Encouraging investment and attracting new businesses
- Supporting economic growth and job creation
- Increasing the number of homes in the city centre, making it a safer, more vibrant place to live
This vision will play a big role in shaping Hull’s updated Local Plan, which is due later this year. It will also align with other city-wide strategies around housing, economic development, carbon emissions, and public spaces.
“A city centre that reflects what people want”
Cllr Paul Drake-Davis, Hull’s portfolio holder for regeneration and housing, said the council is committed to listening to local people.
“We’re excited by this new project as we look to create a city centre that reflects the long-term needs and aspirations of our residents and businesses.
Once finalised, this vision will help set us on a path towards a city centre that not only supports economic growth but is also a place our communities can feel proud of.
We want our city centre to be a better place for people to live, work and thrive, and we’re looking forward to listening to people’s views.”
Andy Roberts, Director at Planit, echoed these thoughts:
“We are proud to be leading this hugely important work for the city of Hull. Our vision aims to create a city centre that offers safe and welcoming neighbourhoods, supports a healthier and fairer Hull, drives economic growth, and responds effectively to the climate emergency.
Above all, we want to celebrate Hull’s culture and heritage while creating a city centre that residents and businesses can take pride in.”
How to share your thoughts
The six-week public engagement period starts today, Monday 3 February 2025, and runs until Sunday 16 March 2025.
Residents, workers, and business owners can give feedback online or in person.
If you prefer to discuss the plans face-to-face, there will be three drop-in events at Princes Quay Shopping Centre (Unit G42, near the Whitefriargate entrance) where you can see the proposals and speak to the project team. Families are welcome, and there will be children’s activities available.
Drop-in event details:
📍 Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Unit G42
- Saturday 8 February: 10am – 4pm
- Tuesday 11 February: 4pm – 7pm
- Wednesday 12 February: 1pm – 4pm
There will also be pop-up information sessions at Hull Truck Theatre and The University of Hull during the consultation period.
Can’t attend in person? No problem!
You can still have your say online at hullvision.co.uk, where you’ll find all the details about the project.
If you need information in a different format or language, you can get in touch via:
📮 Post: FREEPOST City Centre Vision
The future of Hull starts now
This is a big moment for Hull. The changes made today will shape the city for decades to come. If you want a say in how Hull’s city centre grows, improves, and adapts, now is the time to get involved.
What do you want to see in Hull’s city centre? More green spaces? Better transport? More local shops and restaurants? Whatever your vision, this is your chance to help make it a reality.
