Liveable Neighbourhoods
Overview
The Liveable Neighbourhoods (LN) programme is Glasgow's approach to combining elements of the 20-minute neighbourhood concept with the place principle. This programme emerged as an output from the City-wide public conversation on Glasgow's Transport future called Connecting Communities.
The City Council will work with and enable communities to improve their areas through the formation of Liveable Neighbourhood Plans. This process was initiated in Summer 2021 with the publication of the LN Toolkit.
Through six tranches of work, LN plans will cover every area of Glasgow. Following the eight-stages of the RIBA process, LN Plans will both identify existing activity and propose new interventions which align with the four themes of LN:
- Local Town Centres
- Everyday Journeys
- Active Travel
- Streets for People
LN responds to multiple contemporary challenges that the city faces, the global climate crisis poses a significant threat to the city with an increased risk of flooding, heat islands and other extreme weather. LN projects will embed climate resilience through aspects such as sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDs) and addition of new urban trees.
We know from community engagement that fast-changing ways and patterns of working has generated a desire from residents for better local living and transport connectivity. LN will bring forward proposals to reinvigorate the city's neighbourhoods and local high streets, making it more attractive to socialise, play and shop in your local area. Movement around the city and beyond won't be restricted, however it will become more convenient to meet your everyday needs within a short walk, wheel or cycle (active travel).
Transport is the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in Scotland, which contributes to climate change. By making it easier for active travel or public transport to be first choice for short and everyday journeys, we can reduce our emissions and work towards becoming a net zero city.
Walking, wheeling and cycling are low-cost transport choices and we are continually delivering changes to make this an easier and more desirable way of travelling for utility journeys (e.g. to school, work or the shops). In addition to neighbourhood level enhancements through the LN programme, we are adding 270km of new protected cycle lanes and footway enhancements across the entirety of Glasgow through our Active Travel City Network.
Tranche 1
Four areas formed the first tranche, these are:
- Ruchill-Cowlairs LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Ruchill, Hamiltonhill, Possilpark, Port Dundas and Cowlairs (Ward 16)
- Langside-Toryglen LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Langside, Battlefield, Mount Florida, King's Park and Toryglen (Ward 7)
- Dennistoun-Cranhill LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Dennistoun, Haghill, Carntyne, Riddrie and Cranhill (Wards 18 and 22)
- Govan-Kingston LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Greater Govan, Ibrox and Kingston (Ward 5)
RIBA Stage 1 reports for the Ruchill-Cowlairs LN and Langside-Toryglen LN areas alongside a LN Strategic Business Case were presented at the Environment, Sustainability and Carbon Reduction City Policy Committee on the 1 February 2022 and the City Administration Committee on the 24 February 2022 with all documents approved. The Dennistoun-Cranhill LN and Govan-Kingston LN RIBA stage 1 reports were presented to the Environment, Sustainability and Carbon Reduction City Policy Committee on the 23 August 2022.
On reviewing the Liveable Neighbourhoods approach and identified tranches of work, it was acknowledged that the Yorkhill to Anderston areas have a number of wider Active Travel and Streets for People projects that align with the LN Programme. So additional work was also undertaken in:
- Yorkhill-Anderston LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Yorkhill, Kelvinhaugh, Finnieston and Anderston (Ward 10)
This provided an opportunity to review and collate work and to undertake a wider overarching appraisal of the geographical area with the production of a RIBA Stage 1 report. This was presented to the Environment, Sustainability and Carbon Reduction City Policy Committee on the 23 August 2022.
Stage 1 Reports
Reports
- LN Ruchill to Cowlairs Stage 1 (Part 1) (PDF, 11 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Ruchill to Cowlairs Stage 1 (Part 2) (PDF, 23 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Langside to Toryglen Stage 1 (Part 1) (PDF, 8 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Langside to Toryglen Stage 1 (Part 2) (PDF, 32 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Tranche 1 Dennistoun to Cranhill RIBA Stage 1 Report (PDF, 38 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Tranche 1 Greater Govan to Kingston RIBA Stage 1 Report (PDF, 33 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Yorkhill to Anderston LN Stage 1 Report (PDF, 32 MB)(opens new window)
Stage 2 Reports
Reports
- LN Dennistoun to Cranhill T1 RIBA Stage 2 (PDF, 43 MB)
- Battle of Langside Monument T1 RIBA Stage 2 (PDF, 13 MB)(opens new window)
- Toryglen Streets for People LN T1 RIBA Stage 2 (PDF, 20 MB)(opens new window)
- Dummy Railway LN T1 RIBA Stage 2 (PDF, 18 MB)(opens new window)
- Ruchill Street LN T1 RIBA Stage 2 (PDF, 22 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Govan to Kingston LN RIBA Stage 2 Part 1 (PDF, 28 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Govan to Kingston LN RIBA Stage 2 Part 2 (PDF, 26 MB)(opens new window)
Tranche 2
This commenced in late 2022 and covers the following study areas:
- Mansewood to Shawlands LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Mansewood, Pollokshaws, Pollokshields West, Strathbungo and Shawlands (Wards 2 and 6)
- Pollokshields East to Gorbals LN: Covering the Neighbourhoods of Pollokshields East, Govanhill and Greater Gorbals (Wards 5, 6 and 8)
- Royston to Hogganfield LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Royston, Sighthill Germiston, Blackhill and Hogganfield (Wards 21 and 22)
- Yoker to Whiteinch LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Yoker, Scotstoun, Jordanhill and Whiteinch (Wards 12 and 13)
RIBA Stage 0-2 activity in these LN areas got underway in November 2022 and was completed in January 2024 with concept design reports.
RIBA Stage 1 Community Engagement was undertaken in February and March 2023. The RIBA stage 0-1 reports were presented to the Environment and Liveable Neighbourhoods City Policy Committee on the 24th August 2023.
Additional engagement for RIBA Stage 2 took place in August-November 2023 and the RIBA Stage 2 reports were presented to committee on 12th March 2024.
Stage 1 Reports
Reports
- Royston to Hogganfield LN Stage 1 Report (PDF, 29 MB)(opens new window)
- Yoker to Whiteinch LN Stage 1 Report (PDF, 34 MB)(opens new window)
- Pollokshields East to Gorbals LN Stage 1 Report (PDF, 22 MB)(opens new window)
- Mansewood to Shawlands LN Stage 1 Report (PDF, 28 MB)(opens new window)
Stage 2 Reports
Reports
- LN Stage 2 Re-Imaging Albert Drive Streetscape (PDF, 8 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Stage 2 Report: Crown Street Retail Park and Cathcart Road Junctions (PDF, 11 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Stage 2 Report: Destination Laurieston (PDF, 6 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Stage 2 Report: Mansewood and Hillpark Safer Streets (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Stage 2 Report: Shawlands and Strathbungo Accessibility Strategy (PDF, 15 MB)(opens new window)
- LN Stage 2 Report: Transforming Kildrostan Triangle (PDF, 7 MB)(opens new window)
- Royston to Hogganfield LNT2S2 _Stage 2 Report AC (PDF, 19 MB)(opens new window)
- Yoker to Whiteinch LNT2S2_Stage 2 Report AC (PDF, 30 MB)(opens new window)
Tranche 3
This activity begun in February 2024 and covers the following study areas:
- Cardonald to Mosspark LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of North Cardonald, Penilee, Crookston, South Cardonald, Bellahouston, Craigton and Mosspark (Wards 4 and 6)
- Ruchazie to Easterhouse LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Ruchazie, Garthamlock and Easterhouse (Ward 21)
- Knightswood to Anniesland LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Knightswood, Temple and Anniesland (Wards 13 and 14)
- Lambhill to Milton LN: Covering the neighbourhoods of Lambhill and Milton (Ward 16)
RIBA Stage 1 Community Engagement was undertaken in April to June 2024. The RIBA stage 0-1 reports and Engagement report were presented to the Environment and Liveable Neighbourhoods City Policy Committee on the 8 October 2024.
Stage 1 Reports
- Cardonald to Mosspark LN Stage 1 Report
- Knightswood to Anniesland LN Stage 1 Report
- Lambhill to Milton LN Stage 1 Report
- Ruchazie to Easterhouse LN Stage 1 Report
- Liveable Neighbourhoods Tranche 3 - Stage 1 Engagement Report
Current Consultations
Community and stakeholder engagement opportunities for Cardonald to Mosspark LN, Ruchazie to Easterhouse LN, Knightswood to Anniesland LN and Lambhill to Millton LN areas can be accessed by clicking the link below:
Tranche 3 online engagement hub
Previous Consultations
Glasgow City Council carried out the undernoted consultations and sought your views on the following proposals below:
Glasgow City Council carried out the undernoted consultations and sought your views on the following proposals below:
- Dennistoun to Cranhill LN
Stage 1 Engagement: February 2022
Stage 2 Engagement: June 2022 - Govan to Kingston LN
Stage 1 Engagement: November and December 2021
Stage 2 Engagement: June 2022 - Langside to Toryglen LN
Stage 1 Engagement: October 2021
Stage 2 Engagement: October 2022 - Mansewood to Shawlands LN
Stage 1 Engagement: January and February 2023
Stage 2 Engagement: September and November 2023 - Royston to Hogganfield LN
Stage 1 Engagement: February and March 2023
Stage 2 Engagement: August and September 2023 - Ruchill to Cowlairs LN
Stage 1 Engagement: October 2021
Stage 2 Engagement: October 2022 - Pollokshields East to Gorbals LN
Stage 1 Engagement: January and February 2023
Stage 2 Engagement: September and November 2023 - Yoker to Whiteinch LN
Stage 1 Engagement: February and March 2023
Stage 2 Engagement: August and September 2023 - Yorkhill to Anderston LN
Stage 1 Engagement: April and May 2022
Stage 2 Engagement: March and April 2024 - Cardonald to Mosspark LN
Stage 1 Engagement: April-June 2024 - Knightswood to Anniesland LN
Stage 1 Engagement: April-June 2024 - Lambhill to Milton LN
Stage 1 Engagement: April-June 2024 - Ruchazie to Easterhouse LN
Stage 1 Engagement: April-June 2024
Glasgow's Transport Strategies
The Liveable Neighbourhoods Plan and the Active Travel Strategy and are both part of a suite of transport related plans and documents which will:
- Create a modern, resilient and sustainable transport system for Glasgow.
- Help transform the city into a more inclusive, liveable and attractive place for residents, businesses and visitors.
This suite of transport related documents includes:
- Glasgow Transport Strategy
- Active Travel Strategy 2022-2031
- Interim Delivery Plan for the City Network
- City Centre Transformation Plan
- Travel Behaviour Change Strategy 2023
- City Newtork Final Delivery Plan 2023
Story Maps
Click on the link below to view our Story Map:
- Liveable Neighbourhood Story Map
- Liveable Neighbourhoods Yorkhill to Anderston: Consultation Story Map.
- Liveable Neighbourhoods RIBA Stage 2 Consultations : August 2022
- Liveable Neighbourhood Story Map (Toolkit) : August 2021
Related Content
Related Articles
Documents
- Parklets - Art of the Possible (PDF, 15 MB)(opens new window)
- Liveable Neighbourhoods Toolkit (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window)
- Map of Proposed Liveable Neighbourhoods Areas of Study (PDF, 5 MB)(opens new window)
Links