University in JV to bring forward food and drink innovation hub Feb 28, 2022 A report to East Lothian Council last week approved the Joint Venture Structure between the local authority and Queen Margaret University that will take forward the delivery of the plans. The Court of the University also gave its go ahead for the joint venture. The first stage of the development, construction of the Food and Drink […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Unlocking Scotland’s Potential: 3,000-Home Durieshill Development and the Upcoming Scotland Development Plans Conference Sep 1, 2023 Scotland stands at a pivotal moment in its developmental journey. The recent approval of the 3,000-home Durieshill project, nestled between Plean and Bannockburn, exemplifies the nation’s forward momentum. This expansive project, initiated in 2004, promises a blend of homes and amenities, including new schools, local shops, a business park, civic areas, playparks, community woodland, and […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Updated plans revealed for 464-home Fountainbridge development Sep 15, 2022 Team behind project has lodged a planning application for four residential plots in the City of Edinburgh Council’s regeneration project at Fountainbridge. The project is a partnership project by Cruden Homes East (Ltd) and Buccleuch Property. The submission forms part of the pre-development agreement between the council and the development partners to regenerate the canalside […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Vibrant new town centre plans unveiled for East Lothian’s Blindwells Oct 2, 2023 Ambitious plans to develop a mixed-use centre at the heart of East Lothian’s new town, Blindwells, including more affordable homes, have been submitted for approval. The project proposals, led by regeneration and property development specialist Hargreaves Land, could see new shops, offices, restaurants, supermarket and business space all constructed on 5 acres at Blindwells. Included in the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Vita Group secures £52 million funding for Edinburgh PBSA scheme Dec 17, 2024 Vita Group begins work on its latest purpose-built student accommodation scheme, appointing its lead contractor and securing a £52m development loan from Puma Property Finance. Part of the £240M New Waverley regeneration project, plans to transform this brownfield site into Vita Student’s 267-bed residence can now be put into play. The new plans which included […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Vita Group secures planning for a new 267-bed Vita Student PBSA development in Edinburgh Jan 24, 2024 Plans for a 267-bed purpose-built student accommodation building (PBSA) in Edinburgh brought forward by Vita Group have been approved. In the planning meeting, which happened on Wednesday 24 January, the Development Management sub committee at City of Edinburgh Council approved plans for the new Vita Student residence at New Waverley North, part of the £240M New Waverley regeneration project. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Wheatley Homes South to Construct 800 Affordable Homes in Dumfries and Galloway Dec 6, 2023 Wheatley Homes South, a major social housing provider, plans to build over 800 new homes in Dumfries and Galloway. These homes are part of the company’s efforts to meet the region’s housing demand and will be spread across a dozen new projects. The homes, designed to be modern and energy-efficient, are a key aspect of […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Whisky distillery in Scotland recommended for approval Sep 15, 2022 A Highland village could be in line for a new whisky distillery as council planners are expected to give it the green light this month. Midfearn Distillery Company is seeking permission for a distillery, warehouse, bottling, tank farm and energy centre – to produce up to one million litres of alcohol every year using water […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Zedwell Expands to Edinburgh with Unique Windowless Hotel Concept Aug 2, 2024 Zedwell, a hotel brand known for its unique offering of windowless rooms, is expanding its footprint beyond London by acquiring the former Debenhams department store on Edinburgh’s Princes Street. This new venture marks the brand’s fifth hotel and signifies its entry into key British regional cities. Criterion Capital, the company behind Zedwell, has a robust […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Scottish Power collaborates on Glasgow-based green hydrogen production hub Apr 13, 2021 Scottish Power has outlined its vision for a major green hydrogen production hub on the outskirts of Glasgow, which will include the UK’s largest electrolyser. The energy company has submitted a planning application for the 20MW low carbon fuel-producing unit plus a combined solar (40MW) and battery energy storage scheme (50MW) to help power the […] Posted by: Mark Flanagan Read more
Retail asset management specialist to overhaul Scottish shopping centre Apr 9, 2021 Leading retail asset managers Scoop has instructed designers to reconfigure one its major recent acquisitions. Scoop strengthened its presence in Scotland by acquiring The Thistles Shopping Centre in Stirling in December. Providing more than 500,000 sqft pf retail space across 90 units, it is home to several major anchor tenants including Next, Boots and Primark. […] Posted by: Mark Flanagan Read more
Troubled Scottish golf complex development heading back to planners Mar 30, 2021 Plans to create a world-class golf resort at the ‘Home of Golf’ in Scotland have been resurrected. Investment consultants GPH Engineering has notified Fife Council they intend to resubmit a planning application to build a multi-million-pound leisure complex on the outskirts of St Andrews. A previous application, granted in 2017, was given to Canadian firm […] Posted by: Mark Flanagan Read more
