Downtown Master Plan

The Downtown Master Plan presents an analysis of the current condition of downtown Strathroy and identifies opportunities for improvements that can be addressed through the implementation of enhancement projects and initiatives.

• As a step to achieving the vision for Downtown Strathroy the following objectives were adopted for the Downtown Master Plan:
• Ensure that the Downtown remains a sustainable destination for shopping, recreation, and culture;
• Promote a mix of uses and activities to draw the community to the Downtown.
• Provide a range of uses and public spaces to appeal to all age groups within the community.
• Maintain a strong residential presence in the Downtown.
• Improve the visual and physical link between the Downtown and Sydenham River.
• Identify underutilized lands within the Downtown and plan for the improvements.
• Continue the process of organizing a unified and accessible mid-block parking system.
• Maintain and enhance landmarks within the Downtown.
• Establish gateways into the Downtown.
• Create attractive public spaces to facilitate public events and celebrations.
• Maintain and preserve the heritage character and cultural resources of the Downtown.
• Improve streetscapes to enhance the pedestrian experience and provide a welcoming and inviting environment.

For more information related to the objectives of the Downtown Master Plan and the improvement projects identified in the document, please view the following documents:

• Downtown Master Plan (PDF [4,425 kB])
• Downtown Master Plan - Background Study (PDF [3,105 kB])