Plans to relocate Nottingham Central Library given the nod

How the new library will look

Plans to include a new Central Library in the Broadmarsh Car Park development have been approved by Nottingham City Council’s Planning Committee.

The Planning Committee approved adapted plans for the new Broadmarsh Car Park building to accommodate space for the new Central Library.

The plans follow a public consultation which highlighted support for a new, bespoke Central Library befitting of Nottingham’s status as a UNESCO City of Literature.

Central Library facilities will still be provided at Angel Row as plans are formed and confirmed for the new library. These plans could eventually lead to the sale and redevelopment of the Angel Row site. More detailed work will now take place around design and costings for the new Central Library.

The location of the Central Library in the new Broadmarsh Car Park building means that the scheme will no longer include any reail space and the relocation of the secure cycle hub.

Councillor Dave Trimble, portfolio holder for leisure and localities, said: “Although a final decision to develop a new library has yet to be made, the approval is great news for the city. So many cities and towns across the UK are closing libraries, and we’re investing in ours as we know what a precious resource they are for the people of Nottingham.

“Bringing the Central Library to the new Broadmarsh area and providing a high quality children’s library would not just an investment in the area but in the city’s future, adding culture to the retail and leisure mix. I am sure a new library would be a fantastic addition to what are already exciting plans for the Broadmarsh area.”

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