Plans have been revealed for a major £170million development in Truro city centre including new homes, a university campus and leisure facilities.
The scheme, described as a "vibrant new neighbourhood and destination", has been outlined to Cornwall Council's economic growth and development overview and scrutiny committee.
A report on the Pydar Regeneration project suggests outline planning permission could be granted I February 2021 and demolition work could start in April.
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The project aims to redevelop a major part of the city centre which includes the former Carrick District Council offices, Viaduct car park and buildings including Truro Bowl.
Councillors heard an agreement in principle has been reached with Falmouth University which is looking to create The Hive campus at the site which would have a focus on screen and digital sectors.
As well as about 300 new homes being built on the Pydar site there are plans for student accommodation. The plans also include new shops, bars and restaurants, leisure facilities and a hotel.
Under the proposals the development has been split into phases and a reserved matters application for phase one - dealing with specific details of the planned development - is expected to be submitted at the end of March.
Phase one will include housing, food and drink outlets, bowling alley and a community facility. It will also include "extensive public realm" facilities including a public square and there will be roadworks to Pydar Street and St Clement Street which will "create a low-speed environment".
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A report to the scrutiny committee said: "We have a shortlist of potential funders and are in advanced discussions to secure the full £170m development costs."
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It said there has also been interest shown for the planned office space, hotel, leisure, bowling and food and drink facilities. The report said: "The proposed scheme will regenerate a run-down area of the city and help create a vibrant new neighbourhood and destination for Truro.
“The project will pioneer new ways of living, learning, working and playing, helping to transform Truro into a creative city, fit to lead Cornwall into a successful and prosperous future.
"The project will deliver innovative work and learning spaces, together with an exciting riverside park and range of engaging leisure, hospitality and cultural facilities and events.
“The project will offer the opportunity to improve walking and cycling links up the Kenwyn valley and will improve social inclusion. It will be a place where people of all ages will mix together and want to live, learn, work and play."
New housing will include 35% affordable housing and there will also be 17,000sq m of employment space. The report said: "The regeneration of a complex site such as this, in a sensitive location, is a major scheme and one of the largest the Council has ever pursued."