Built Environment Networking Blog: East Midlands News

Nottingham City Council Approves Phase Two of Student Accommodation at Island Quarter

Nottingham City Council has officially granted permission for Conygar to proceed with the second phase of student accommodation development at the Island Quarter. This next phase will deliver 394 high-quality student flats across four interconnected buildings, ranging from seven to 11 stories. The approved development includes: The project builds on the recent completion of Winfield […]

Posted by: Mya Driver

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Nottinghamshire’s Iconic County Hall Redevelopment Opportunity?

Investment and regeneration plans for Nottinghamshire’s iconic County Hall are underway, guided by extensive feedback from residents, businesses, and stakeholders. The County Council’s decision to vacate the historic building next year, due to high maintenance costs, has prompted a new vision for the site. A survey conducted this spring revealed strong support for preserving the […]

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Olympian Homes & Housing Growth Partnership announce Joint Venture to deliver £120 million, 790-bed PBSA scheme

Olympian Homes, the established commercial and residential developer, and Housing Growth Partnership (HGP) have formed an equity Joint Venture (JV) to deliver a 790-bed Purpose Built Student Accommodation Scheme (“PBSA”) in Nottingham city centre. The scheme, which will also include 19 affordable homes, has a Gross Development Value of c. £120 million. Known as ‘Forest […]

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One to Watch: Home of the ‘Dambusters’ £300 Million Investment?

Sir Edward Leigh, the Conservative MP for Gainsborough, has recommended “the entire site” of RAF Scampton be considered for development, highlighting its potential for attracting £300 million in investment, marking a significant opportunity for the region. Speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday, May 1, Sir Edward emphasized the untapped potential of RAF Scampton, […]

Posted by: David Gilbank

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One to Watch: North East Lincolnshire Unveils Future-Oriented Local Plan

North East Lincolnshire Council today announced the public consultation phase for its revised Local Plan, marking a pivotal moment for the borough’s future development. The Local Plan, a comprehensive framework guiding land use and development in North East Lincolnshire, is currently under review with its latest draft now available for public scrutiny. This plan, which […]

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Oxenwood secures £63m development loan from Blackstone

Oxenwood Real Estate, the UK and European real estate investment management firm, has secured a £63 million debt facility from Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies to fund two UK logistics developments.The three-year development loan has been secured on behalf of Oxenwood Logistics Fund 1 SLP, a discretionary fund managed by Oxenwood. The largest of the […]

Posted by: Leon Newton

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Planning permission granted for Stoney Stanton Business Park, Leicestershire

Planning permission has been granted by Blaby District Council for the development of Stoney Stanton Business Park in Stoney Stanton, Leicestershire. Stoney Stanton Business Park is being brought forward by Clowes Developments and its team including IMA Architects. FHP Property Consultants and Andrew + Ashwell have been instructed as agents on the scheme. The business […]

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Plans submitted for two Derby city centre schemes

Plans have been submitted for two mixed-use schemes in Derby, which will deliver 1,300 homes and 300,000 sq ft of commercial space near the Derbion shopping centre. Redevelopment plans for the Eagle Market and Bradshaw Way Retail Park have also been drawn up by the same development team including Eurofund Group, Leonard Design Architects, Currie […]

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