The new public infrastructure being provided will act as leverage for private sector development of the SDZ site. This will lead to the creation of a new city quarter and extension to the existing city centre. It will comprise offices, retail, residential (c. 300), tourism, investment in conference/exhibition facilities, a hotel and visitors centre. This plan-led, holistic and sustainable approach to development supports the government’s National Planning Framework National Strategic Outcomes, including compact growth, enhanced regional accessibility, sustainable mobility and transition to a Low Carbon and Climate Resilient Society.