Built Environment Networking Blog: East of England News

Cambridge Embraces Housing Revitalisation with Ekin Road Estate Redevelopment

Cambridge City Council is actively exploring opportunities to revitalise the Ekin Road Estate, potentially introducing modern housing solutions. The council has presented three promising avenues for the 122-home estate, which include essential repairs and retrofitting, partial redevelopment, and a complete site transformation. This initiative is geared towards enhancing the living standards for residents and aligning […]

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Hill Group agrees affordable homes deal with Oxford Council

Oxford City Council has announced the acquisition of 111 much-needed affordable homes from award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group at Oxford North’s Canalside development, south of the A40. The new homes, part of the first 317 energy-efficient new homes that Hill is delivering at Canalside, will bring vital affordable housing to the Oxford market, which currently ranks […]

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Development Opportunity: Ekin Road Estate in Cambridge

Cambridge City Council has identified the Ekin Road estate for potential redevelopment, presenting a unique opportunity for growth and rejuvenation in the area. The estate, which has been home to many residents for decades, was highlighted for redevelopment after a review of estates with older housing stock. Currently, three redevelopment options are on the table: […]

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65m North Quay Riverside Project: Great Yarmouth Council in Search of Development Partner

Great Yarmouth Borough Council is actively seeking a development partner for its ambitious £65 million North Quay Riverside Gateway regeneration project. The council aims to transform this area into a vibrant new neighbourhood near the town centre and waterfront. Preliminary discussions with landowners of the designated four hectares for the project are underway, with the […]

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Plans Unveiled for 1,500 Homes at Peterborough’s East of England Showground

The future of Peterborough’s iconic East of England Showground could see a significant transformation as plans for the construction of 1,500 homes are now under consideration. Located on the 165-acre site at Oundle Road, Alwalton, the multi-million-pound development proposal is currently awaiting public feedback before a decision is made by the Peterborough City Council. Introduced […]

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Derby University’s Urban Revamp: Nuns Street to Witness Major Transformation

Derby University is spearheading a significant urban redevelopment project, with Nuns Street at the heart of this transformation. The long-standing Brook House, which has been vacant for over a year, has received clearance for demolition, marking the beginning of the university’s expansive rejuvenation plan. The project’s overarching vision encompasses the creation of cutting-edge learning facilities, […]

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New JV for Urban Splash and Glenbrook – as the pair plan a new green neighbourhood in Milton Keynes

Award-winning regeneration company Urban Splash and Manchester-based developer Glenbrook have formed a new joint venture partnership to deliver new homes in Milton Keynes. The North-West based pair will commence their partnership with the initial phase at Campbell Park in Milton Keynes, for which a planning application has been submitted today. Urban Splash was appointed as […]

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Larkvale Turns Old Petrol Station Into Nine Luxury Homes

The former home of an old petrol station has been rejuvenated into a new luxury property development in Suffolk, financed by Secure Trust Bank (STB) Real Estate Finance with a £2m property development loan. Situated in the picturesque village of Cockfield, Scotts Way (formerly a brownfield site) is now home to nine new-build properties valued […]

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Paragon Bank Grants £5.4m Financing for Elan Apartments Development Project

Paragon Bank’s development finance division has granted a £5.4 million finance package to support the Elan Apartments development, a part of Inland Homes’ Cheshunt Lakeside project. The deal was spearheaded by Simon Dekker, senior relationship director, with assistance from senior portfolio manager Craig Seaborne and junior portfolio manager Izzy Sargeant. The Elan Apartments, located in […]

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