Oxford Street strategic review engagement report

There is strong community support for the intention to revitalise Oxford Street and to protect the area as a loved and valued precinct.

Takeaways

• Oxford Street should remain a safe and welcoming place for all, in particular for LGBTIQ communities.
• Participants told us they value the strong social, cultural and heritage connections between the Oxford Street precinct and LGBTIQ communities.
• Taylor Square is considered a special place that provides an opportunity to celebrate LGBTIQ history and become the heart of the Oxford Street cultural and creative precinct.
• These approaches to revitalising the area all received support:
  • making Oxford Street a cultural and creative precinct
  • accommodating the right mix of diverse businesses and affordable spaces
  • reviewing the planning approaches for Oxford Street and surrounds
  • creating a local destination through events and activations.