Built Environment Networking Blog: South West News

Green light for Bicester’s Axis J9 five-unit extension to meet urgent need for employment space and create more jobs

Albion Land, the privately-owned commercial property developer and asset manager, has been given the green light to deliver an additional five logistics and industrial buildings of circa 152,000 sq ft (14,121 sq m) at Axis J9 in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Axis J9 is the new distribution and manufacturing park which commenced construction in 2019 and has […]

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EDC and Stoford granted approval for prime 2m sq ft Avonmouth logistics scheme

A hybrid planning consent has been granted for the development of c.2 million sq ft of new industrial, warehouse and logistics accommodation at a premier distribution location in the South West. Vancouver-based real estate development and investment firm, Epta Development Corporation (EDC) purchased the site in December 2020 and has appointed Stoford as development partner […]

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Acorn Property Group acquires prime central Exeter commercial site

Acorn Property Group has completed the purchase of 31,504 sq ft office space in Exeter city centre through its commercial acquisitions arm, First Oak, as part of its continued expansion into commercial development and investment. Located at Dix’s Field, within the heart of the Central Business District, 1-3 Manor Court comprises a terrace of three […]

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1300 home Gloucester masterplan set for greenlight

The latest phase of a Gloucester masterplan are likely to be approved next week. The entire scheme is expected to consist of approx 1,300 properties and 20.5 acres of land for commercial use. The area for development is north of Innsworth Lane. Plans also include a primary school, open space, landscaping, parking and supporting infrastructure and […]

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High Court confirms go-ahead for Bristol Airport’s expanded capacity

The High Court has today dismissed the legal challenge brought against the Planning Inspectorate’s permission for Bristol Airport’s expanded capacity. The Planning Inspectorate decided in February 2022 to allow Bristol Airport to increase its cap on passengers from 10 million passengers each year to 12 million. The Airport’s plans include major investment in the terminal […]

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Zara and Goldsmiths sign at Southgate, Bath

British Land and Aviva Investors have signed 37,000 sq ft of space to international retailers ZARA and Goldsmiths at SouthGate, Bath’s premium open-air shopping destination.  ZARA has agreed to take a 32,000 sq ft store, which will be the brand’s first outlet in the city. Located across two floors, the store will feature an extensive […]

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UTB supports £15 million PBSA scheme in a South West university city

United Trust Bank (UTB) was approached by an existing customer to support a 97-room purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Exeter. United Trust Bank agreed to the proposal and is now supporting the construction of a new, £15m Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development by ACE Student Living. The scheme in the centre of […]

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Torbay Council latest name to sign up for UKREiiF 2023

Torbay Council have announced their partnership with the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 16-18 May, in Leeds. Unitary local authority, Torbay Council have confirmed their exhibition space at the event next year, where they will showcase their place to over 6,000 delegates, including, investors, developers, […]

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