5,000 New Homes Proposed in Croxley’s Local Plan Nov 16, 2023 A major development opportunity is emerging in Croxley as the Three Rivers District Council opens a public consultation for its ambitious Local Plan. This plan, a blueprint for the future, proposes the construction of nearly 5,000 new homes in the area over the next 18 years. Focused on sustainable and strategic growth, the plan targets […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Norfolk Set to Decide on £7 Million Brownfield Revitalisation in Upcoming Devolution Deal Nov 16, 2023 Norfolk County Council is on the verge of a decisive moment regarding a transformative devolution deal, which includes a significant £7 million allocation for brownfield site development. Council leader Kay Mason Billig anticipates potential enhancements to the deal in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement. This decision, crucial for the county’s urban redevelopment, is tied to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Orchard Street secures c. 30,000 sq ft Dunstable industrial letting following ESG upgrades Nov 16, 2023 Orchard Street Investment Management (‘Orchard Street’), the specialist commercial property investment manager, has completed a new letting with Shankar Foods Ltd, a leading UK world foods wholesaler, at its Nimbus Park industrial estate in Dunstable. Shankar Foods has agreed a five-year lease across one of the estate’s seven units, taking 28,936 sq ft at a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Utilising UKREiiF to Aid the Skills Gap: How We’re Engaging Students Ahead of UKREiiF 2024 Nov 16, 2023 By Louise Eyre, Operations Director at UKREiiF A primary aim for the team here at UKREiiF has always been to make it more than an event, extending the impact the forum has to create a positive impact on both the local community and the wider industry. One key challenge the industry has is the skills […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Buro Four announce UKREiiF partnership Nov 15, 2023 Buro Four has announced its involvement with the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 21st-23rd May 2024, in Leeds. Buro Four is an independent company of project managers, providing businesses with specialist project management and programming solutions. Their experienced team works across sectors including Data Centres, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Development Tip Off: South Gloucestershire Nov 15, 2023 South Gloucestershire Council has unveiled an ambitious 15-year housing strategy, aimed at building 20,000 new homes, particularly in areas east of the Bristol Ring Road. This initiative is set to bring substantial development and revitalisation to the region. The plan focuses on utilising swathes of land around the A4174, including regions near Warmley, Shortwood, and […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Radstock Town Centre Regeneration: Community Input Sought Nov 15, 2023 A regeneration plan for Radstock town centre has been released, with the local council seeking input from residents and businesses. The plan aims to revitalise the town by refurbishing vacant buildings, creating community spaces, and improving green areas. The proposal was developed based on feedback from public surveys conducted in autumn 2021 and spring 2022. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Development Bank backs £4.1 million investment to transform brownfield site into vibrant business park Nov 15, 2023 A South Wales property firm will revitalise a dormant brownfield site outside Merthyr Tydfil with the backing of a £4.1 million investment from the Welsh Government and Development Bank of Wales. MKR Property Developments Ltd has started construction on Paisley Business Park, on the site of the former ICI works at Pant Industrial Estate. The […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Downing completes Maiden acquisition in Bristol Nov 15, 2023 Downing, the family-owned and vertically integrated real estate developer and manager, has successfully completed its first acquisition in Bristol, with the purchase of NCP’s Nelson Street Car Park, as part of a long-term strategic acquisition. Situated in the heart of Bristol, Nelson Street Car Park is located on an island bound by Fairfax Street, The […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Moorfield Group, Melberry Developments and Funding House partner for £42m student accommodation scheme Nov 15, 2023 Moorfield Group (“Moorfield”), the UK real estate fund manager, has entered into its second development agreement with Melberry Developments (“Melberry”), on behalf of Moorfield Real Estate Fund V, for a 293-bed purpose-built student accommodation scheme in Lincoln. It is also Moorfield’s second project in its “Zennor” partnership with Funding House. The £42m GDV scheme, funded […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
