Civic Improvement Plan - Wollongong City Council - NSW Government

2. Public domain projects2.7 PAVING STRATEGYMaterials used in the public domain should bedurable, robust and easily maintainable andshould meet the requirements of environmentalsustainability. Selection of paving materials andsurface treatments are particularly importantin coordination of the public domain to ensureconsistency and continuity. Appropriate designof surfaces in streets and open spaces isessential in meeting the access needs ofall pedestrians.The plan opposite (Figure 2.3) presentsconcepts for paving throughout the city centre,providing a framework for implementation ofthe Wollongong City centre paving policy.The new paving policy will:• unify the city through the use of consistentpaving types;• improve the overall image of the city;• define places of particular importanceor special interest; and• improve accessibility for all users.The strategy for paving layout and qualityis closely based on street types.Selection criteria for individual paving typeswill be outlined in a separate Public DomainTechnical Manual.12 WOLLONGONG CITY CENTRE CIP 2007