The draft local detailed plan for Hietasaari and the Inner Harbour is now on display – have your say in the area’s development!

The plan area consists of several distinct subareas: Hietasaari, Hovioikeudenpuisto, the Inner Harbour, Satamapuisto and Museonranta

– The planning area is an important part of Vaasa, and residents now have the chance to contribute to its development An up-to-date local detailed plan is essential to ensure the area can develop in a way that takes into account its unique characteristics, values and potential, says Emma Widd, Planning Architect.

Take the survey by 26 June

The draft local detailed plan will be on display from 10–26 June 2025. During this time, residents are able to participate in the development of the area by commenting on the draft plan.

You can comment on the draft plan by taking this survey!

The old detailed plan dates back to 1855

The aim of the planning process is to examine the area’s values and development opportunities, as well as to update the local detailed plan.

The current local detailed plans for the area are outdated and no longer guide its development appropriately. For example, Hietasaari is still covered by Vaasa’s first local detailed plan, which was approved in 1855.

New connections and improved routes

The draft plan includes provisions for, among other things, the construction of a new pedestrian and bicycle bridge between the Inner Harbour and Hietasaari, widening the existing bridge at Hietasaari, building a new waterfront route to Museonranta, and improving the current pedestrian and cycle path along the waterfront area by the city centre.

The draft plan opens up new development opportunities for the Museonranta area, and proposes an improved performance venue for Hietasaari. The idea is to develop the park area in Hietasaari as a place for relaxation and various events, such as concerts and summer theatre.

The planning material can be found on the project page for the plan.