Glenbrook launches proposal for new mixed-use Stockport Scheme Mar 16, 2020 Glenbrook have announced a new exciting scheme in Stockport. The developer and investor plans to transform the former Marks & Spencer in the Merseyway Shopping Centre into an office-driven mixed-use scheme called STOK. [emaillocker id=”71749″] Under the proposals, the building would contain two storeys of office space totalling up to 64,000 sq ft, of which […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
Sheffield’s Largest Development Project Announced- £1.5bn Mar 16, 2020 The hugely ambitious project would see the closure of Park Square roundabout and Sheaf Street – the dual carriageway that runs in front of the station – would swap places with the tram route that runs behind. A huge, landscaped pedestrian bridge would link Park Hill with Howard Street and the multi-storey car park on […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
Plans Submitted for the Ford Airport redevelopment in Sussex Mar 13, 2020 Developers Redrow and Wates have lodged plans for the redevelopment of the 900-acre Ford Airfield. These include 1,500 new homes, a primary school and supporting amenities on the former airfield near Arundel. Redrow and Wates will be speaking at the upcoming Housing & Built to Rent Conference. [emaillocker id=”71749″] The planning application to Arun District […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
Grade-I listed Temple Works in Leeds tipped for British Library North Mar 13, 2020 Talks are being held on proposals to use the grade I-listed Temple Works for a new British Library North. Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced in his Budget on Wednesday (11 March 2020) that funding will be made available to support the British Library’s plans to open a major new site in the centre of Leeds, creating a […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
New Details Revealed about Essex Garden Village Mar 12, 2020 A number of new details have been released around the Dunton Hills Garden Village scheme, which revealed provisions for the young and elderly. [emaillocker id=”71749″] Education facilities include a secondary school, three primary schools and early years provision. The secondary school could be co-located with a primary school. Three assisted living facilities are also being […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
New 100,000 sq ft industrial space opening in Warrington Mar 12, 2020 The site is the sixth acquisition for the joint venture (JV) between nationwide industrial developer and asset manager Chancerygate, which has an office in Warrington, and the international real estate firm, Hines. Acting on behalf of developer Marshall CDP, Manchester property consultancy Davies Harrison, secured the disposal of the plot which was sold for an […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
New survey shows sustainability is top of councillors’ planning priorities Mar 12, 2020 BECG’s national survey of councillors has shown that sustainability and environmental concerns are now the most important priority for councillors when making planning decisions, and the factor most likely to have increased in importance over the past 12 months. The report, commissioned by BECG and conducted by Savanta ComRes, also found the importance of sustainability and the environment is higher among planning committee members than any […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
Argent Unveils Plans for Birmingham 40-Storey City Centre Tower Mar 10, 2020 Argent are unveiling plans by Glen Howells Architects for a new city tower A residential tower being planned for the Paradise redevelopment in the middle of Birmingham will be close to 40 storeys, The tower has been drawn up by local practice Glenn Howells Architects with proposals for the build-to-rent scheme set to go before […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
How Smart City Technology is Changing Development Mar 10, 2020 Canada Water is a 50-acre development that is transforming an entire district of London- and they are planning to build in Smart City technology Julian Barker, head of Smart Places at British Land described the scale of the development: “It’s 10-15 years development, it has offices, a shopping centre, but it’s also got 6000 homes […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
University of Glasgow Seek Technology Partner For £1bn Smart Expansion Mar 10, 2020 The University of Glasgow is looking to incorporate smart technology into their massive £1bn estate expansion plans. Michael Burns, Development Manager for the project, said: “This is a major piece of investment for the city. It’s the biggest project we’ve ever done and it’s the biggest project in the Glasgow City Region. We have a […] Posted by: John Clark Read more
