THE proposed streetscape activation trial in Darby Street will supposedly see 16 car spaces moved to the carpark behind the library ('Wider path for Darby outdoor dining trial', Herald, 4/5).
However, there looks to be little space behind the library for more parking with all the available area currently utilised. So it would seem the "move" of 16 spaces is likely to be the rezoning of library spaces from all day parking to time limited spaces. The precinct will still lose 16 car spaces. The impending art gallery expansion will also see the loss of around 40 spaces on the Darby Street side and in the library carpark. Displaced commuters will be looking to park in the already saturated surrounding residential streets and there will be less parking options for Darby Street patrons. There may be no need for wider footpaths in Darby Street if visitors can't find a carpark.
