The objectives of the redevelopment of the République-Université sector are:

• to rebuild a coherent urban fabric by creating a mixed-use neighborhood with a diverse range of housing options (approximately 17,600 m² of gross floor area, including family housing and housing for students, researchers, and young workers) and commercial buildings (approximately 25,000 m² of gross floor area), while redeveloping Avenue de la République, where the T1 tram line will eventually run,
• to improve the overall traffic plan in order to create high-quality public spaces serving the République - Université - Anatole France sector,
• to enhance the presence of nature in the city,
• to meet any future needs for the development of university programs, to enhance the university's entrance on Avenue de la République and allow the campus to open up to its urban environment, in conjunction with the renovation and construction projects in the Anatole France sector,
• to welcome the university into the city by creating a mix of university and para-university programs and developing facilities for university students and other audiences.