Book Now   The transformation of mid-level European cities is providing space for new ideas, enterprise, investment and even building types. But how can cities maintain their identity whilst sustaining growth that is becoming increasingly central to the success of our national economies?   Where better to explore this than in Limerick, one of the five cities forming part of the Irish government’s Ireland 2040 national planning policy initiative. Limerick has been an exemplar in implementing new city governance structures to advance regional growth as a counterbalance to the continuing growth of the Dublin Region.   The Academy together with the RIAI have put together a one-day conference which will explore topics such as the changing role of the public sector, how second-tier and mid-sized cities are using their assets, combined with events and milestones, to improve their offer and raise their profile. We will also seek to find out more about the role of digital urbanism in planning and servicing towns and cities.   We will hear about and discuss the applicability of the various regulatory and policy mechanisms, new financial and partnership models used around the world to secure delivery of affordable housing as a key component of great placemaking.   The event will provide a leading forum for those concerned with the creation and development of a healthier planet, lively cities and towns, and happy citizens. It will consider contemporary thinking and innovative approaches to the design, operation and management of cities and towns.   On Thursday afternoon, 5th February, in advance of the conference there will be an optional city bus tour, provided by Limerick City and County Council.   Who will be attending? This event is devised for a broad audience of built environment decision-makers, including planners, architects and urban designers, landscape architects, traffic engineers, regeneration, health, housing, town centre managers, consultants, retailers, public art and cultural practitioners.   A special offer to join the Academy As a special introductory deal, buy a ticket to this event and pay only €35 for 12-months individual Membership of the Academy – normally £50. Just select the ‘Ticket + 12-months AoU Individual Membership’.   Tickets €90 – single ticket €125 – single ticket + 12-months AoU Individual Membership   Optional bus tour – Thursday 5 March 2020, 4-5pm For those arriving early we are including an optional bus tour of Limerick. On booking your ticket, please indicate if you would like to take part in this. This hour-long bus tour will take in highlights including: King’s Island, Georgian city core, Milk Market, Watergate Flats, Pery Square, Hyde Road revitalisation, Lord Edward Street, Southill regeneration area.   Book Now via Eventbrite  

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