Images of a new multi-million pound urban park in Aberdeen's Queens Street area have been released for the first time.
The street is among a number of local areas targeted for redevelopment, and artist impressions show how the space could be transformed.
Plans include a sensory garden, new seating and planting, a space for performers, and an active travel route from Broad Street to King Street.
It is hoped that the two-year construction could begin next summer, with councillors budgeting £16.8million for the regeneration.
Image: Aberdeen City Council/Optimised Environments (Open)
However, the future of the former police HQ has been questioned as no redeveloper has planned to take the building on. Instead, the vacant building could be completely demolished before construction even begins on Queen Street.
Chief capital officer John Wilson said "there is little interest" in refurbishing the asbestos-filled building in its existing state.
In a report published to councillors, Mr Wilson continued: "Developers feedback to date has indicated a preference to demolish the current office building and prepare the site ready for future development.
"This is an expected position given potential holding costs, challenges of working around existing structures and potential concerns over future delivery.
"It is recognised a new build development is likely to have a higher future investment value/investor demand, than conversion of an older office building.
"Given that there are significant holding costs, together with the risk of a decaying building in a prominent city centre site, it would be considered prudent to demolish the current building and clear the site for future development whilst dialogue continues with potential development partners and potential endusers."
Image: Aberdeen City Council/Optimised Environments (Open)
It is hoped that the demolition of the former HQ could remain within the £16.8million budget.
The regeneration project was priced at £61million last September, but an estimated £43million is expected to be paid by the developer taking on the former police HQ.
Finance convener Alex McLellan said: “Queen Street was a key commitment during the election campaign and we are delivering on that promise.
“These plans will create a new space for people and families to enjoy in the city centre in years to come.
“The former police HQ site will remain an opportunity site for future development – and we would welcome any interest from the private sector.”