By Tate Papworth
Brimbank council’s grand plans to develop a better connected Keilor Downs activity hub are starting to take shape.
At its December meeting, the council adopted the Keilor Downs urban design framework, which establishes design principles to guide future development of the centre.
Brimbank mayor Lucinda Congreve said upgrades would provide the area with better connections.
“This framework will help to ensure that future development enhances connections in this centre – particularly for people who choose to walk or cycle,” Cr Congreve said
“Council’s vision is to improve connections within the Keilor Downs activity centre and create a popular and inviting neighbourhood … with vibrant streets and public spaces.”
The framework calls for high-quality cycling and walking connections that will tie into the future Health and Wellbeing Hub on the St Albans Leisure Centre site.
But at the council’s December meeting, it was noted that no traffic studies had been done on the framework after Cr Bruce Lancashire raised concerns that the proposed north-south access road could be used as a shortcut.
Keilor Shopping Centre, which is the owner of a large area of land in the activity hub, was also yet to respond to the plans.
