Degrees of Intervention
To ensure these propositions are achieved, several degrees of
intervention have been established to guide the successful rejuvenation
of the Sheffield city centre. The level of intervention required
for the regeneration of the various character areas of the city
are highlighted on the strategy diagram and can be summarised
as follows:
Conservation
These areas display a reasonably intact and robust urban form
and are generally located in the Conservation Areas of the city
centre. They have a variety of useable spaces and buildings of
positive distinctive character and quality which tend to be from
the Georgian and Victorian eras. Their designation as Conservation
Areas means that change within is managed, and ensures a considered
approach to any demolition, alterations or new development.
New developments should be governed by the existing urban typology
and any changes must respect the context - its character, architectural
form and street pattern. However, this does not mean that landmarks
cannot be introduced if done in the spirit of the area. Innovative
and creative interventions are acceptable to promote the continued
reuse of existing buildings in a vibrant way, and modern introductions
that fit the existing rhythm and structure of the streetscape
should be encouraged where appropriate.
The carefully managed development of these areas will ensure
that the distinct character and heritage of Sheffield is retained.
Repair and Recovery
Areas selected for Repair and Recovery will be subject to continued
and managed intervention. In some cases a mechanism is in place
to direct, promote and oversee the evolution of these places,
such as an action plan.
Many of these areas have elements of distinct character and quality
which should be retained (for example, the existing street pattern
or historic buildings) and these may require a degree of repair.
However, there will also be scope for the introduction of innovative
and experimental design. New intervention will help to recover
aspects of their identity and character.
The managed evolution of these areas will allow for their successful
regeneration and enable them to once again thrive as an integral
and successful part of Sheffield city centre.
Reinvention and Reconfiguration
These are areas that, in our view, lack a distinctive character
and can accommodate a high degree of change in terms of land use
and/or urban form.
A new identity will be created for these areas through the implementation
of innovative and pioneering projects which have a positive effect
on the physical, social and economical foundations of the Sheffield
city centre.
The successful reinvention and reconfiguration of these areas
will provide the final element required to transform Sheffield
into a competitive European city.
Quarter Specific Interventions - Summary
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