A VISION of how Aberdeen could grow as a city has been unveiled.

The Evening Express can bring you the first look at concepts showing how the centre might be regenerated over the next 20 years.

The proposals include changes to Union Terrace Gardens, with a bridge over the railway line to Belmont Street.

Queen Square – Proposed residential quarter with ground floor commercial uses

Cars could be banned from Union Street and Broad Street, a business quarter created on the banks of the Dee, and an “inner relief road” built.

Union Street – Proposal to retain buses and taxis but to remove private cars and create wider pavements

Castlegate – Proposed resurfacing and seasonal events programme.

The draft masterplan was put together by consultants BDP and council staff following consultation with residents and businesses, and will go out for further public feedback.

To see full details of the council’s vision for the future of Aberdeen and how you can play your part in shaping the future of the city, pick up a copy of today’s Evening Express or click here to view our digital edition.