Portsmouth Council launches £100m building maintenance framework Apr 16, 2021 Portsmouth Council is looking for building maintenance partners for its four-year £100m Primary contractor Framework. The council has a 15,000-strong social housing portfolio plus 900 corporate assets and it is anticipated that, over the four-year period, up to £60m of PCC projects may be procured through the Framework based upon the agreed maintenance budget for […] Posted by: Mark Flanagan Read more
Potential for 1,100 New Homes on South Downs Border in Hamsey and Cooksbridge Nov 16, 2023 A substantial development opportunity has emerged on the edge of the South Downs National Park, with a 78.6-hectare site across Hamsey and Cooksbridge, north of Lewes, being considered for the construction of 1,100 homes. Lewes District Council is conducting an assessment of land suitable for new housing developments, with a public consultation scheduled to begin […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Proposals for up to 250 student flats on Church Road unveiled Sep 22, 2022 A proposal that could see the former Co-operative Funeralcare site on Church Road turned into student accommodation has been revealed. The new vision for the brownfield land would see up to 250 flats built in buildings up to six-storeys high, along with car and cycle parking spaces and landscaping. People are invited to give their feedback on […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Puma Property Finance provides £33m development finance facility to transform iconic building in the heart of Basingstoke into one of the greenest workspaces in the Southeast Sep 21, 2022 Puma Property Finance today announces it has provided a £33m development finance facility for the iconic Mountbatten House in Basingstoke. The development will see the transformation of a remarkable Grade II listed building into a sustainable and cutting-edge workspace with a wellness offering and extensive amenities. The project is being led by highly experienced counterparties […] 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
Revealed: The 20 English Towns and Cities to get 11,500 New Homes Feb 14, 2024 The government has announced the 20 towns and cities poised to benefit from the construction of 11,500 new homes. This initiative aims to provide a substantial boost to housing availability, targeting previously developed brownfield sites to accommodate this significant increase. The strategy not only seeks to make home ownership more attainable for younger buyers but […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
RO Group Finalises Sale of Taunton Travelodge for £3.9 Million Sep 7, 2023 The RO Group has confirmed the sale of its prominent Taunton Travelodge property. Located at the Riverside Retail Park, Hankridge Farm in Taunton, the hotel has been acquired by The Independent Order of Oddfellows Manchester Unity Friendly Society’s Unity United (Property) Investment Fund. The transaction was settled at £3.9 million, indicating a net initial yield […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Rocket Padel nets debut UK site as sport becomes major hit Nov 23, 2022 Padel, a Scandinavian padel operator, has secured its debut UK site at Riverside Business Park in Bristol, as the brand embarks on its ambitious plans to secure up to 20 new sites throughout the UK. Already hugely popular across Europe and the Nordics, padel is now one of the fastest growing sports in the world. […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Sirius Real Estate expands UK portfolio with £48.25 million business park acquisition Mar 27, 2024 Sirius Real Estate, the leading owner and operator of branded business and industrial parks providing conventional space and flexible workspace in Germany and the U.K., has exchanged contracts on the acquisition of Vantage Point Business Village, a multi-let business park in Gloucestershire, for a total acquisition cost of £48.25 million (€56.4 million), representing a net […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Somerset Council Eyes Sale of County Hall Section to Cut Costs and Generate Funds Mar 8, 2024 Somerset Council is contemplating the sale of a portion of its County Hall premises in Taunton. The move comes as the newly formed unitary authority, established in 2023 following the merger of five councils, finds itself with an excess of office space. C Block, located within the County Hall complex, has been identified as a […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
South Gloucestershire Council Set to Approve Over 20,000 New Homes by 2040 Apr 18, 2024 The leader of South Gloucestershire Council has outlined a plan to address the housing shortage in the district by setting the stage for the construction of over 20,000 new homes by 2040. This ambitious plan includes developing more than 7,000 homes on previously undeveloped land. The emerging Local Plan details the allocation of these new […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
South West logistics park developer lines up leading parcel delivery firm Apr 21, 2021 Commercial property developer Stoford claims a leading parcel delivery company will be the next occupier to move to Exeter Logistics Park, if plans are approved for the latest stage of development at the industrial scheme in East Devon. Stoford has submitted two reserved matters planning applications to East Devon District Council, for two new building […] Posted by: Mark Flanagan Read more
