Designed to create a civic space in the Burn Road area of the town centre and to compliment the civic buildings such as the Burnavon Theatre, the scheme will transform Burn Road, creating a more useable space capable of hosting public events.
Minister Ritchie said: “This historic market town will greatly benefit from the planned works, which will create a central focal point for the town. It will provide an excellent space for civic and community events. I announced this significant public realm scheme last year and welcome its start.”
The scheme will include hard and soft landscaping, new street furniture, paving and re-surfacing. Construction should commence in May and be completed this year.
During the visit, the Minister met the Friends of Lissan Trust and heard about plans for the restoration of nearby listed Lissan House.
Notes to Editors:
- The Burn Road Public Realm scheme is expected to cost in the region of £534,000, with a £495,000 contribution from DSD and £39,000 from Cookstown District Council.
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