Scarborough's Renaissance Charter

1. We the people of Scarborough, civic leaders and representatives of the business voluntary and community sectors, are jointly committed to the new vision for Scarborough and a change of direction for the town based on higher quality

2. We will work together to improve Scarborough's appearance and image, to make it a more beautiful, good looking town. We will give top priority to the quality of the environment, to heritage, the conservation of historic buildings, architecture and planning for quality in all development, both new build and refurbishment

3. We will insist on the best possible and reject the mediocre in terms of architecture, services, products, restaurants, shops, hotels and visitor facilities. We will work ceaselessly to influence all those concerned with developing and regulating this environment to ensure quality and meet the higher expectations of visitors and residents

4. We want to re-invent the town as a quality world-class place to live and invest in. Whilst retaining the attractive aspects of the traditional British seaside resort, we will emphasize quality and build a new image for the town. The new image must be based on quality and known across Britain and the rest of Europe, not just Yorkshire

5. We want a strong economy, to attract good quality jobs and encourage the tourism sector to go upmarket. We want to build the Renaissance around arts and culture as in other vibrant towns

6. We believe that the renaissance of Scarborough depends on a lively, active, high quality and safe town centre where new housing, entertainment, shops, facilities, attractions and investment should be concentrated. We will give priority to improved public spaces, the street scene and to open spaces

7. We accept that change will be difficult, but we agree to change our thinking and attitudes to reflect the vision. We will support those confronting the changes needed to build the future vision, and will reject short-term approaches that might compromise long-term benefits, wherever we identify them

8. We want to have an accessible town with lively attractive public spaces. We want to see national and international events taking place and a renaissance in the town's artistic and cultural life. This will provide a rich mix of uses and encourage activities for those of all ages, including young people, who we want to stay to be part of Scarborough's future

9. Above all, we will continue to listen to the people of Scarborough, especially the town's young people, as we work towards the delivery of the urban renaissance in the years to come

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