Taunton Urban Design Framework - Taunton Deane Borough Council

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Firepool EastUpper Canal StreetA new access is proposed across the River Tone and canalinto the eastern residential area. The bridge will need tobe sensitively designed to minimise visual intrusion whilstmaintaining access for cyclists and pedestrians (as well asthe Environment Agency) along the canal walkways.ResidentialResidential uses should be mixed across the site, howeverthe cattle market area will be predominantly commercial incharacter whilst the area east of the Pumphouse will havea predominantly residential character. This eastern area willcontain a mix of housing and apartments, with a riversidesetting and views over the town.RiverfrontThe housing blocks provide for views and linkages to theriverfront. A series of informal spaces are created alongthe north bank of the canal for residents and visitors.View towards new river crossing46 Areas of Change - FirepoolSection 4<strong>Taunton</strong> UDF
FirepoolFour to six storey buildingsaccentuating higher groundStreet layout opening upviews of waterfrontUpper Canal Street providesstrategic cross-town route‘Towpath’ WalkwayThree storey townhousesfronting the canalFour storey apartments at gateway toUpper Canal StreetInformal River WalkwayNew bridge with viewingpoints and ramped access tothe river and towpath<strong>Taunton</strong> UDF Section 4 Areas of Change - Firepool47
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