Councillors in Blackburn have approved full planning permission for Persimmon Homes Lancashire’s extensive project to construct 553 new homes off Heys Lane, with outline approval for an additional 45 residences. This approval initiates the transformation of a 101-acre site near Blackburn town centre into a substantial residential area.

Persimmon Homes plans to develop a diverse community with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses. The project will include 30 acres of open space, green corridors, and two playgrounds, supported by a network of cycle and footpaths, enhancing the area’s connectivity and livability.

Andrew Laing, Persimmon’s land director, emphasised the development’s benefits, noting that it will offer a variety of housing types and improve local amenities while attracting investment to Blackburn.

The project features 123 two-bedroom homes, 159 three-bedroom homes, 198 four-bedroom homes, and 64 five-bedroom homes, all equipped with EV charging points and solar panels. The development also commits to a 10% biodiversity net gain through on- and off-site contributions.

This significant project in Lancashire is expected to be a focal point at upcoming construction networking events in Blackburn, where professionals will discuss its impact and opportunities. These events will also provide valuable networking tips and strategies on how to win construction contracts for large-scale projects.

Emery Planning supported Persimmon Homes in the application process, with additional contributions from SCP on transport, Edge CE on flood risk, Wardell Armstrong on heritage, and Cass Associates on landscape and visual impact. This development will be a key topic at property construction conferences in the region, showcasing the collaborative efforts needed for such large-scale projects.