July 2023 Leicestershire Builder Magazine

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Walk away with a prize worth £20,000 at the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2023

Galliford Try signs contracts for Leicester Net Zero Carbon in Operation school

BUSINESS LINK’S East Midlands Bricks Awards is set to be bigger and better than ever this year, and with nominations flooding in, there’s also a grand prize worth £20,000 up for grabs.

Celebrating the region’s property and construction industry, the prestigious event recognises development projects and people in commercial and public building – from office, industrial and residential schemes, through to community projects such as leisure schemes and schools – and the Overall Winner at the event will also be awarded a year of marketing/publicity worth £20,000.

A highlight in the business calendar, winners will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony on Thursday 28 September, at the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground – an evening that will also provide plenty of opportunities to forge new contacts with property and construction professionals from across the region.

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GALLIFORD TRY’S Building East Midlands business has entered into contract with the Department of Education (DfE) to deliver the new Catherine Infant School in Leicester.

The new £14m facility will be designed to be a Net Zero Carbon in Operation (NZCiO) school by using sustainable elements in its design, such as photovoltaic panels and a green roof.

The project will see the creation of a new two-storey building, to replace the current school, which was graded as outstanding by OFSTED during its last inspection. The new site will also include new car parking, as well as a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) and a play space that will have direct access from the classrooms.

Jon Marston, Managing Director for Galliford Try Building East Midlands, commented: “We are excited to begin work on this fantastic new school in Leicester, and look forward to providing the students and staff with the high-quality facilities they deserve.”

“We look forward to working with all the stakeholders involved to deliver a NZCiO school, a key part of our offering in the education sector.”

This project will make another great addition to Galliford Try’s portfolio of low-carbon school projects, which includes the likes of Greenhead College, Marjorie McClure and Blackridge Early Learning Centre.

PLANNING GRANTED FOR 75 NEW HOMES IN MARKFIELD ROAD, RATBY

LAGAN HOMES is pleased to announce that planning permission has been granted for the development of 75 new 2,3,4 & 5-bedroom homes in Markfield Road, Ratby.

This marks the second phase of development by Lagan Homes in the area, following the ongoing construction of phase 1, Martinshaw Meadow.

The scheme will contribute to addressing the local housing needs, with 40% of the homes designated as affordable housing. This allocation includes a combination of ‘First Homes’, Affordable Rent homes, and either Shared Ownership or Discount Market Sale options.

Recognising the importance of investing in the local community, Lagan Homes will also be making significant contributions to local facilities. These contributions will support various community initiatives, including transportation improvements, healthcare enhancements, waste recycling facilities, and

Bricks Awards

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Nominations for the event are open, and now is the perfect time to make your submissions, ahead of the deadline (Thursday 31 August).

To nominate your (or another) business/development for the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2023, visit this page: https://www. eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk/ mag/bricks-2023/

The categories are:

• Most active estate agent

• Commercial development of the year

• Responsible business of the year

• Residential development of the year

• Developer of the year

• Deal of the year

• Architects of the year

• Excellence in design

• Sustainable development of the year

• Contractor of the year

• Overall winner (this award cannot be entered, the winner will be selected from those nominated)

educational provisions. The allocated community contributions include:

• Public transport and highways contribution - £88,879

• Local education contribution£128,492

• Public realm - £91,629

• Healthcare contribution for improvements to Ratby Surgery£33,966

Adrian Regan, land director at Lagan Homes, said: “We are delighted to have received approval for phase 2 and we want to thank Ratby Parish Council, Leicester Borough Council and Leicestershire County Council for their support. Ratby is a desirable area, in close proximity to the city of Leicester and the demand for homes on phase 1 remains strong. There is a shortage in ‘First Homes’ county-wide and in phase 2 Lagan Homes look to address this need whilst being respectful to the Ratby village. We are committed to contributing to the existing community and not only will Martinshaw Meadow, phase 1 and 2 deliver 129 new homes which will create local jobs as part of the construction, it will also help support local residents in getting their dream homes.”

Planning

Lagan Homes is an award-winning residential property developer, committed to delivering exceptional developments that enhance the local communities. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and community integration, Lagan Homes strives to deliver homes that exceed expectations and enhance the lives of residents. The company looks forward to working closely with all stakeholders, including the local authority and residents, throughout the construction process, to ensure a successful and positive outcome for all.

For more information, please call 01295 201075, email home.info@laganhomes.com, or visit lagan-homes.com

consent achieved

for 213 Oakham homes

Work starts on second phase of Oadby residential development

PROPERTY CONSULTANCY Carter Jonas has secured planning consent on behalf of Pigeon for up to 213 new homes, amenity space, allotments and areas for outdoor play and landscaping on land off Burley Road in Oakham, Rutland. Planning permission was granted by Rutland County Council.

Of the 213 homes, 64 (30%) will be affordable housing. The scheme will also provide a circular walk and perimeter trail, areas of wetlands where nature can flourish, two children’s play areas and allotments. The development will be attractively landscaped, providing substantial areas for informal recreation in addition to pedestrian and cycles routes to the nearby Co-op, Burley Road and Burley Park Way.

Pigeon’s vision for the site is to create a beautiful and sustainable neighbourhood, which provides links for walking and cycling to Oakham, set within a network of green spaces.

WORK ON phase two of the Horwood Gardens development in Oadby is now under way.

The scheme being built by Ashberry Homes – part of the Bellway Group – is named after the first curator of the University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden, Arthur Horwood. Horwood Gardens is bringing 71 homes for private sale and 46 affordable homes available for local people through low-cost rent or shared ownership.

Phase one included the construction of 45 private properties, and all the affordable homes, and now work has begun on the remaining 26 three, four and five-bedroom houses, which occupy a smaller site on the opposite side of Gartree Road.

Leicester City

ABBAS MOMIN (c/o Agent: Ryan Astill, Astill Planning Consultants Ltd, 144 New Walk, Leicester LE1 7JA) - Change of use of ground floor from a public house with a restaurant to a community centre –at The Humber Stone, 15 Main Street, Humberstone, Leicester LE5 1AE.

MR SHAMIR KHAN (c/o Agent: Jason Edwards, JDUtopia Ltd, 43 Bulwer Road, Leicester LE2 3BW) – Erection of 6 new 2½ storey dwellings – on land to the rear of 155 Humberstone Drive (The Old Humberstone Constitutional Club), Leicester LE5 0RF.

BRENDAN MCGARRY LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL (c/o Agent: Sachin Parmar, Marrons, Two Colton Square, Leicester LE1 1QH) –Outline application for demolition of buildings and construction of serviced employment buildings with up to 6,000 sq.metres of floor space – at Abbey Court, Pioneer Park, Wallingford Road/Exploration Drive/Corporation Road, Leicester LE4 5RD.

MR PATEL (c/o Agent: Mr Tailor, DT Designs Ltd, 74a Wyvern Avenue, Leicester LE4 7HH) – Proposed 2 dwellings – at Garage Court, After 112 Melrose Street, Leicester LE4 6FB.

PATOLT PROPERTIES LIMITED (c/o Agent: Miss Charlotte Mills, Hybrid Planning & Development, 23 Vyner Street, London E2 9DG) –Change of use of ground, first and second floors from Class E to Class C3 to provide 4 studio flats and one two-bedroom flat – at 19 De Montfort Street, Leicester LE1 7GE.

ANN-MARIE KEDZIOR (c/o Agent: Paul Roberts, ADDS, 19 Burrill Drive, Wigginton, York YO22 2ST) – Erection of a single storey modular building to provide classroom facilities – at Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School, Avebury Avenue, Leicester LE4 0FQ.

MR RAJU AMAR (c/o Agent: Mr Riaz Ahmad Sanjania, Cad Design Works, 1 Lobbswood Court, Leicester LE5 1DU) – Change of use from two self-contained flats to three self-contained flats – at 33 Dorothy Road, Leicester LE5 5DR.

MR KIRIT MANDODA (c/o: KM Electricals, 37D/37D Melrose Street, Leicester LE4 6FD) – Change of use from commercial, business and service use to dwellinghouses – at 37C Melrose Street, Leicester LE4 6FD.

Site for 93 dwellings in Markfield

PENDIMO Land and Property Consultants along with Howkins & Harrison have brought to the market a residential development opportunity located in an established residential development area at Ashby Road, Markfield, Leicestershire.

Expressions of interest are sought for the unconditional freehold of the land. The land amounts to 9.04 gross acres (3.66 Hectares) and has Outline Planning Permission for the erection of up to 93 dwellings within agreed s106. There is a requirement through the s106 planning agreement that 40% of the dwellings are to be affordable. The tenure mix is 73% affordable rented dwellings or social affordable dwellings and 23% shared ownership. However, unconditional offers are welcome on a 100% affordable scheme basis.

The site is located on the northwest outskirts of Markfield village, Leicestershire within an urban edge context being situated between the A50 which adjoins the site to the north, Ashby Road to the south, and Raunscliffe Farm to the north west. Access is taken directly from the public highway (Ashby Road).

The site is to be sold by Informal Tender with potential purchasers invited to submit offers in writing using the Bid Proforma provided in the data room. (Email nikki.fielding@howkinsandharrison.co.uk who will enable access to the data room.)

Only unconditional offers should be submitted. The vendors reserve the right to reject any or all offers.

All submissions must be put forward prior to the deadline, which is midday on Friday 4th August 2023

For further information or to gain access to the data room, please email matt@pendimo.co.uk or ian.large@ howkinsandharrison.co.uk

Leicester College launches Apprentice Ambassador programme

Shepshed plot: £95k guide

for sale a plot for a threestorey four-bedroom detached house at land adjacent to St Botolphs Road, Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9HZ.

Guide Price: £95,000.

LEICESTER COLLEGE, the largest apprenticeship training delivery organisation in Leicester, has launched its new Apprentice Ambassador programme. The programme aims to recruit new ambassadors to help inspire students, their teachers, parents, and employers about the incredible opportunities that apprenticeships offer.

There are currently over 1,500 Leicester College students working with local businesses in apprentice roles. The College is looking to recruit enthusiastic apprentices or recently completed apprentices from Leicester and Leicestershire to spread the word about the value of the apprenticeship courses at Leicester College.

All apprenticeships involve 80 per cent of the student’s time spent at their workplace and a range of study formats including day release and block release to attend college, and study time away from their day-to-day role within the workplace. For more information on apprenticeships at Leicester College, visit https://leicestercollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships/

Contact Connells on 01455 230523 or email: hinckley@ connells.co.uk

MR A KANABAR (c/o Agent: Mr F Khalid, ADC, Victoria Park Road, Leicester LE2 1XD) –Demolition of existing garage & two storey building, construction of replacement two storey building with dormers to front to accommodate 3 flats – at 336A Harrison Road, Leicester LE4 7AB.

UNNAMED APPLICANT (c/o Agent: Lance Wiggins, Lion Planning, 14 Woodhouse Road, Quorn, Leics. LE12 8ED) –Screening Opinion as to whether an Environmental Impact Asessment is required for the construction of 360 dwellings (317 apartments in 7 detached blocks plus 43 houses) with vehicular access, parking, landscaping and public open space –at BUSM, Ross Walk, Leicester.

CODE STUDENTS LIMITED

(c/o Agent: Mr Chris May, Howes Percival, 3 The Osiers Business Park, Laversall Way, Braunstone Town, Leicester LE19 1DX) –Reconfiguration of existing student accommodation to create 9 additional student studios, plus creation of two new openings in east elevation – at 72-74 Western Road, Leicester LE3 0GE.

MS GURBAX KAUR CLAIRE

(c/o Agent: Mr Muhammad Imtiaz, Architecture365 Limited, 20 Lynmouth Road, Leicester LE5 1NA) – Change of use from house in multiple occupation to 5 selfcontained flats, construction of single and two storey extensions at rear – at 339 Saffron Lane, Leicester LE2 6UE.

A KATARIA & P LAKHANI

(c/o Agent: Mr Dennis Dziko, Volta Designs, 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2h 9JQ) - Change of use from commercial, business and service use to dwellinghouses – at 32 De Montfort Street, Leicester LE1 7GD.

Charnwood Borough

ROYTHORNES TRUSTEES LTD & TRUSTEES OF THE GRACE

DIEU ESTATE (c/o Agent: Savills

(UK) Ltd) – Outline application for the construction of up to 400 dwellings with associated open space, children’s play provision, landscaping, highways and drainage infrastructure works – at land west of Tickow Lane, Shepshed, Leics.

MR JOSEF DOLAN (c/o Agent: WA Architecture) – Proposed 7 new flats and associated works – at 5 Cumberland Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 5DE.

Forterra launches Nottinghamshire sourced Repair, Maintenance & Improvement bricks

FORTERRA, one of the UK’s leading building products manufacturers, has announced the launch of its new Repair, Maintenance, and Improvement (RMI) range of bricks at its Kirton brickworks in Newark, Nottinghamshire.

The new RMI range offers selections from Forterra’s Butterley bricks. Renowned for their heritage appeal and authentic finish, they have been used in the construction of notable landmarks worldwide, including King’s Cross St. Pancras and Battersea Power Station in London.

Building upon this legacy, Forterra’s RMI range combines aesthetic appeal with superior functionality, making them ideal for repair, maintenance, and improvement projects.

Forterra’s RMI bricks are made using clay sourced from local quarries, to ensure the bricks’ colour and finish seamlessly harmonise with the local built and natural landscapes. Among the bricks on offer are Old English Rose, Sherwood Buff, Nottingham Red, Chatsworth Grey, and many more. Indeed, the use of local quarries is a sustainable as well as an aesthetic choice. By using local resources, Forterra minimises the environmental impact associated with transportation. Additionally, with regional production and distribution, the supply chain is further optimised by reducing the carbon footprint of deliveries and supporting the local economy.

Forterra’s Kirton brickworks also has excellent links to the A1, meaning the manufacturer’s dedicated fleet can deliver RMI bricks from factory to site with ease.

“Forterra’s RMI range represents a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainable and locally sourced building materials,” said Neil Ash, CEO at Forterra. “We are proud to offer a range of bricks that not only meet the highest standards of durability and frost resistance but also seamlessly blend into the existing built environment, preserving the character and charm of each location.”

Builders, architects, and homeowners alike can benefit from the versatility and reliability of Forterra’s RMI bricks. Whether it’s building alterations, additions to existing masonry, or housing extensions, the RMI range aims to be the preferred choice for professionals in the construction industry.

Forterra’s commitment to sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact is reflected in the manufacturer’s other developments and investments made over the past year. These include a solar farm, a new eco-fleet of trucks, and new reduced-plastic packaging solutions, as well as the brand new Desford factory, the biggest, most efficient factory in Europe, which opened in May 2023.

For more information, please visit: www.forterra.co.uk.

Plot for a pair of semis in Wellingborough

CHELTON BROWN are offering for sale a building plot with full planning permission (ref: NW/22/00800/FUL) for two semi-detached houses.

A Rare and exciting opportunity for a local builder in the form of this desirable plot which is sold with full planning permission granted for the construction of two semi detached houses,( application number NW/22/00800/FUL) Conveniently located for access to the main line station which provides access to Central London in under an hour, these attractive properties once completed will appeal to buyers seeking bespoke properties in a non estate location. Please contact our offices for further information and to arrange an inspection of the site.

4‐5 George Row, Northampton, NN1 1DF | 01604 603433 | sales@cheltonbrown.co.uk

The plot – at Elsdon Road, Wellingborough, Northants. NN8 – was formerly garden land.

Guide Price: £225,000. Contact Chelton Brown on 01604 603433 or email: sales@cheltonbrown.co.uk

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Typical housing ideal for RMI projects

MR ROGER ALLEN (c/o Agent: RW Draughting Services Ltd) –Outline application for residential development of 2 dwellings comprising one four-bed detached house and one two-bed detached bungalow – at 34 Field View, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8NX

MR SANJAY NAIR (c/o Agent: Hayward Architects) – Creation of additional floor to existing building to create 2 apartments (Resubmission & amendment) – at 17 The Nook, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7AZ.

TRUSTEES OF THE WILL OF THE LATE ARTHUR TAYLOR FOISTER

TRUST (c/o Agent: Marrons) –Outline planning application for construction of up to 79 dwellings with associated landscaping, open space, drainage infrastructure and associate works – at land south of Barkby Lane, Syston, Leicester.

CORA – Reserved Matters application for 154 dwellings and associated infrastructure – at Broadnook, land north of Birstall, Leicester.

VSHF LOUGHBOROUGH LTD (c/o Agent: WA Architecture) – Conversion of dwelling to 3 flats and construction of two storey extensions to side and rear – at 128 Leopold Street, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 5DW.

CAMERON HOMES (c/o Agent: Marrons Planning) – Approval of reserved matters for the erection of up to 60 residential dwellings – at Sturdee Poultry Farm, 30 Sowters Lane, Burton on the Wolds, Leics. LE12 5AL.

MR SURJIT RAI (c/o Agent: David Swann Architect) – Change of use of the first floor from nursing home to self-contained staff accommodation for Rushcliffe Care Group – at Thorpe House Nursing Home, Knightthorpe Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 4JS.

MR STEVE CASSEY (c/o Agent: Marrons Planning) – Erection of 6 dwellings and associated access, parking and landscaping, following demolition of existing buildings –at Sturdee Poultry Farm, 30 Sowters Lane, Burton on the Wolds, Leics. LE12 5AL.

MR MARRIOTT (c/o Agent: Andrew Granger & Co) – Outline application for proposed construction of 20 dwellings (Resubmission) – at 64 Chaveney Road, Quorn, Leics. LE12 8AD.

UK house building in dire straits as it falls at fastest rate since May 2020, says FMB

The house building sector is in crisis with too few homes being delivered with not enough being done to boost the market, says Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the latest S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction PMI data.

The house building sector is in crisis with too few homes being delivered with not enough being done to boost the market, says Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the latest S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction PMI data.

Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders said “This latest data makes for worrying reading, it is the sixth month in a row that residential building has declined and if you discount the exceptional circumstances of the pandemic, it’s the lowest housing delivery for over 14 years. We need to see Government get to grips with this issue as it is vital to secure a healthy, growing economy. The 300,000 housing target must be reinstated to give hope to both consumers and house builders alike that it is serious about increasing the supply of new homes.”

Berry continued: “For too long we have not been building enough homes, resulting in overcrowding and young people not being able to afford to get on the housing ladder. What is very concerning is that the Government lacks a clear plan to solve the housing crisis, with the result being that the housing market continues to soften and housing remains unobtainable for many members of the public.”

IMA Architects Flex Design Muscles with £1.9m Rugby Gymnastics Project

LEICESTERSHIRE-BASED architects, IMA Architects, has successfully delivered a brand-new, purpose-built gymnastics facility for Rugby Gymnastics Club.

IMA has been part of a team including KAM Project Consultants and BWB, on behalf of Sport England, that has worked with the Gymnastics Club to realise the 19,655 square foot scheme at its new home on Kilsby Lane.

IMA Architects was part of the design and delivery team consisting of main contractors, Wilten Construction and Civil and Structural Engineers, Jackson Purdue Lever. As Architectural Consultant, IMA oversaw the coordination of the project.

Construction at the site started in August 2022 and practical completion for the first phase of works was achieved on 6th February 2023, with the Gymnastics Club due to relocate to its new home in the coming weeks. With an estimated construction cost of £1.9m, the Club has generated the majority of the funds from the sale of its existing premises as well as various fundraising schemes and donations. It has also received circa £500,000 in funding from Sport England.

IMA is an award-winning firm of architects based in Blaby, Leicestershire. The firm, which celebrated its 25 Anniversary last year, has grown from a two-person team, to now employ 18 members of staff and work with a range of FTSE 100 companies, such as Marks and Spencer, and global brands such as Lidl. The company is a proud Community Partner of Leicester City Football Club and a sponsorship partner of both Leicester Tigers RFC and Leicestershire County Cricket Club.

Residential barn conversions in East Elmesthorpe

BROWN & CO Fox Bennett are offering for sale a range of farm buildings, two of which benefit from permitted development rights to convert to three dwellings.

The property – at Few Acres Farm, 21 Billington Road, East Elmesthorpe, Leicestershire LE9 7SB – is being offered at a guide price of £500,000.

Contact Richard Newey at Brown

plot for

A RARE AND EXCITING SELF BUILD OPPORTUNITY FOR A LUXURY FAMILY RESIDENCE IN EXCESS OF 2500 SQF SITUATED IN A MOST SOUGHT AFTER RESIDENTIAL LOCATION - ONLY PLOT REMAINING  LAND (PLOT 3) REAR OF SKETCHLEY HILL HOUSE, RUGBY ROAD, BURBAGE, LEICESTERSHIRE. LE10 2ND

offering for sale a building

LAND (PLOT 3) REAR OF RUGBY ROAD

permission (ref: 22/00236/ bedroom family residence. Plot 3, Rear of Rugby Road, Burbage, Leics. LE10 2ND – is being offered at a guide price of £275,000.

Contact Castle Estates on 01455 617997 or email: info@castlesonline.co.uk

ESTATE AGENTS

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Tree-lined plot for 2 bungalows

WILLIAM DAVIS HOMES & ROYTHORNES TRUSTEES LTD

(c/o Agent: Marrons Planning) –Outline application for residential development of up to 350 dwellings, primary school, public open space, greenspace, drainage features, footpaths, cycleways and other associated infrastructure – at land west of Tickow Lane, Shepshed, Leics.

MR SOUTH (c/o Agent: Walters

Architects) – Erection of 6 four-bed dwellinghouses with associated access, car parking, amenity space and landscaping – at 2 The Green, Bradgate Road, Anstey, Leicester.

MESSRS. LM & NG REYNOLDS

(c/o Agent: Class Q) – Outline application for up to 40 dwellings –at land on the north east side of The Ridings, Rothley, Leics.

Blaby District

MR ASHLEY CARESS (c/o Agent: Miss Kate Westwood, Peter Smith Associates, Orion House, 14 Barn Hill, Stamford PE9 2AE) – Erection of a single storey modular teaching block to include 5 classrooms, group rooms and office space, along with a new MUGA/hardstanding area and additional car parking spaces – at Foxfields Academy, Hospital Lane, Blaby, Leicester LE8 4FE.

MR MARK HACKETT (c/o Agent: Miss Annabelle Parkinson, Carter Jonas, 2 Snow Hill, Birmingham B4 6GA) Erection of Use Class B2/B8/ Class E unit with associated access and parking – at land to the west of Autoglass Limited, Meridian North, Braunstone Town, Leicester LE19 1WY.

MAXI PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS LTD (c/o Agent: Charles Kennett, Staniforth Architects Ltd, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Erection of 5 dwellings with associated landscaping and parking and creation of a new vehicular access from Desford Road; change of use from outbuilding to dwellinghouse and alterations to ‘The Holt’ and erection of a new detached garage – at The Holt, Desford Road, Thurlaston, Leics. LE9 7TE.

MR JOHN MAC (c/o Agent: David F Barnes Chartered Architect, 14 Pyeharps Road, Burbage, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 2JE) – Conversion of redundant steel framed hay barn into 2 new dwellings with associated car parking – at Mill Bank House, Leicester Road, Sapcote, Leics. LE9 4JF.

Leicester car wash set to be flattened and replaced with flats

AS REPORTED in the Leicester Mercury, councillors are set to debate a plan to flatten a car wash on a main gateway into the city to make room for two blocks of flats.

Original plans submitted to Leicester City Council revealed developer West London Properties’ aspiration to build a four-storey and a five-storey block of flats on the site of the Woodgate Car Wash, with 42 flats between them.

West London Properties has since reduced the scale of its proposal. The new plan would see a four-storey building and a block stepped at four and three storeys built instead. There would now be 39 flats if the proposed scheme is granted planning permission at the city council’s planning committee meeting on Wednesday, June 21.

The single-storey car wash building, which sits opposite the junction of Blackbird Road and Groby Road, in the Fosse ward, would be torn down to make way for the new homes. The development site sits on the Fiveways junction, which is said to be one of the most confusing stretches of road in the city. Last year, the council announced a £10.4m project to completely remodel it.

The larger of the two blocks would be situated on the Balfour Street side of the site, while the smaller would sit adjacent to the existing four-storey building in Fosse Road North. There would be 30 one-bed homes and nine two-beds, if approved. The development will also include a courtyard area separating the two blocks with shrubs and trees to provide an ‘oasis in the urban landscape’.

DAVID JAMES Estate Agents are offering for sale a treelined building plot with planning permission for 2 executive-style detached bungalows.

The plot - at 10a Redhill Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 8GP – is situated off a private drive.

Potential re-sale values for both bungalows combined would be in the region of £750,000, depending on the quality of the finish.

Guide Price: £225,000.

Contact David James on 0115 955 5550 or email: arnold@davidjames.com

Kettering site with commercial redevelopment potential

CARTER JONAS are selling the Former Islip Furnace Site, Kettering

The site is made up of a collection of secondary warehouse buildings which were previously used in the manufacture of animal feed.

The site provides an excellent opportunity for commercial redevelopment, subject to planning.

Guide Price: £2,775,000.

Contact Charles Clark at Carter Jonas on 07780 667063 or email: Charles.clark@carterjonas.co.uk

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MR JASON DUFFIN (c/o Agent: Nigel Axon, Axon Architects, Spaces Northgate House, 2nd & 3rd Floors, Northgate House, Upper Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1RG) – Single storey extension to rear of church –at Glen Hills Church, Cork Lane, Glen Parva, Leicester LE2 9JS.

MS JENNY PAYNE (c/o Agent: John Bell, ADG Architects, Ground Floor Suite, 6 Pioneer Court, Darlington) – Conversion and extension of existing property to create 4 supported living appartments, plus demolition of conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension, and conversion of garage to living accommodation – at 3 Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8HE.

MR AVNISH PABARI (c/o Agent: Mr Kudzai Browne-Marke, SKM Design, Unit D, Edward House, Grange Business Park, Enderby Road, Whetstone, Leicester LE8 6EP) – Erection of 16 flats and one retail unit with associated parking and access onto Broad Street, to include demolition of existing filling station and workshop – at MPK Filling Station, Cross Street, Enderby, Leicester LE19 4AA.

Oadby & Wigston

MR ASHLEY STEVENSON (c/o Agent: Mrs Sophie Green, Wilson Architects, Think Tank, Ruston Way, Lincoln LN6 7FL) – Conversion of and extension to existing first floor to create 12 residential units at first and second floor – at 5060 Leicester Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 1DR.

MR SURINDER SINGH ATHWAL

(c/o Agent: Mr Muhammad Imtiaz, Architecture365 Ltd, 20 Lynmouth Road, Leicester LE5 1NA) – Change of use from dwellinghouse to 2 selfcontained flats – at 283 Leicester Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 1JW.

NW Leics.

JRK Property Development Ltd

(c/o Agent: Mr Kyle Middleton, 612 Properties Ltd, The Laurels, Berry Hill Lane, Donington le Heath, Leicestershire LE67 2FB) –Demolition of 13 existing garages and the erection of 2 semi-detached dwellings – at 122 High Street, Ibstock, Coalville, Leics. LE67 6JP.

MR E GARLAND (c/o Agent: Mrs Charlotte El Hakiem, CT Planning, Three Spires House, Station Road, Lichfield WS13 6HX) – Demolition of existing stables and erection of 3 detached buildings to provide 5 commercial units – at Jubilee Business Park, Snarestone Road, Appleby Magna, Derby.

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Work Completes On £23m Urban Logistics Development In Wigston

DEVELOPER Chancerygate has achieved practical completion on a 128,000 sq ft Grade A urban logistics scheme in South Wigston, near Leicester, which has a gross development value in excess of £23m.

Known as Genesis Park, the development comprises 15 urban logistics units ranging from 4,800 sq ft to 18,570 sq ft which are available on a freehold or leasehold basis.

Located close to a Tesco superstore, Lidl and Wickes, the development is just over five miles south of Leicester city centre and is also well connected to the M1 and M69.

All units at Genesis Park feature electric vehicle charging points, secured cycle parking and 15 per cent roof lighting.

In addition, the units are constructed from high-performance building materials to reduce CO2 emissions. The scheme has a BREEAM rating of Very Good and the units have an EPC rating of B.

Founded in 1995, Chancerygate is the UK’s largest urban logistics property developer and asset manager and the only one operating nationwide.

In addition to Birmingham, the company has offices in London, Warrington, Bristol, and Milton Keynes. It currently has around 2.65m sq ft of urban logistics space under construction or ready for development across 19 sites ranging from Edinburgh to Chichester.

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A scheme has been submitted for a 78-bed care home accommodated over ground, first and second storeys. There is an anticipated GIA of circa 4,250 sq.metres, equating to around 54 sq.metres per resident, and all bedrooms will have an en suite wet room.

Lift access will be granted to all floors, and there will be secure landscaped gardens.

Offers are invited for the freehold interest of the saite, subject to planning permission being granted for planning application ref: P/2022/01023.

Contact Jordan Rundle at Christie & Co on 01962 833818 or email: Jordan.rundle@christie.com

Building 19 College Long Eaton, NG10 O/I/R £150,000

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THIS IS AN INDIVIDUAL LEVEL BUILDING PLOT ON WHICH BEDROOM DETACHED CHALET STYLE PROPERTY.

plot in for sale an individual level building plot with planning permission (ref: ERE\0223\0016) for a four-bedroom detached chalet-style property.

The plot is situated at the head of a private drive and there will this is a plot that would suit a builder or developer who is looking individual who is looking to build their own dream home to live

The plot is situated adjacent to 19 College Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4NE

Offers in the region of £150,000 are invited.

Contact Robert Ellis on 0115 946 1818 or email: longeaton@ robertellis.co.uk

Planning permission was granted by Erewash Borough Council appearance with two dormer windows to the first floor level at the and separate utility room off, at the rear on the ground floor there the property and this large room will have bi-folding doors leading front of the property, a study and a ground floor double bedroom bedrooms with the main first floor bedroom having an en-suite separate shower and a bath. Outside there will be the parking and

Former Leicester railway line for sale by auction

MR IAN KERRY (c/o Agent: Phillip Tuckwell, TUK Architecture, The Studio, 6A Market Place, Melbourne, Derby DE73 8DS) -Conversion of barn to one dwelling and erection of 6 new dwellings with access, parking and landscaping following demolition of existing buildings – at 55 Station Road, Kegworth, Derby DE74 2FQ.

MR JON BOTTOMLEY (c/o Agent: East Midlands Airport, Pathfinder House, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2SA) –Proposed extension to passenger terminal security hall and associated alterations – at International Passenger Terminal, Beverley Road, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2SA.

BARCLAYS (COALVILLE)

LIMITED (c/o Agent: Mr Kyle Middleton, 612 Properties Limited, The Laurels, Berry Hill Lane, Donington le Heath, Leics. LE67 2FB) – Demolition of existing farmhouse and erection of 3 new two-storey dwellings – at Sunnyside, Church Lane, Whitwick, Coalville, Leics. LE67 5DL.

Rutland County

MR G PHILIPSON (c/o Agent: Mr Sean Graham, Walker Graham Architects, 3 New Street, York YO1 8RA) Outline application for the erection of 3 dwellings – at land to the south of 1 Wheatlands Close, Ketton, Rutland.

MR JONATHAN GIBBISON (c/o: 27B Crocket Lane, Empingham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8PW) –Erection of 7 single storey dwellings plus farm access way to retained land – at Pt OS No. 117, Village Farm, Main Street, Bisbrooke, Rutland.

Harborough District

MR R PREESON (c/o Agent: Peter Thompson ADT, 49 Leicester Road, Broughton Astley, Leics. LE9 6QE) –Outline application for the erection of 9 dwellings – at 18 Coopers Lane, Dunton Bassett, Leics. LE17 5LH.

MRS N DERRY (c/o Agent: Mark Winklewski Associates, 4 Park Mews, Burnmill Road, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7JQ) – Erection of 6 dwellings and associated access (Variation of Condition 11 for Plot 1 to amend design and siting of garage) – at land adjacent to 41A Main Street, Medbourne, Leics.

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council

Planning Team performance is on the up

HINCKLEY & Bosworth Borough Council’s planning department is now out-performing government targets after an influx of new staff arrived to work with the existing team.

Following several struggles in late 2020 until September 2022 - resulting from the pandemic and a higher than usual rate of staff turnover - planning performance has significantly increased over the past six months as new members of staff have joined existing planning officers to improve the customer focus and response.

This means residents have seen a vast improvement in the responses and updates to their queries, while the speed of processing applications has also increased significantly since last summer.

The council has been performing consistently above the government’s performance thresholds for both minor and major applications from October 2022. As well as this, 80 per cent of all minor applications have been turned around within target times since January this year - well above the government’s target of 70 per cent.

Stuart Bray, Council Leader, said: “Regrettably, some of the information currently being circulated in the press and on social media isn’t correct. We’re keen to allay people’s concerns about what this actually means, and to that end, I recently wrote to Dr Luke Evans MP clarifying the facts and seeking his help in ensuring these facts are understood and communicated accurately in future.”

In summary, the letter states:

The issue with performance was from late 2020 until September 2022. The council has always been transparent about the issues it experienced within the planning service and a cross party Scrutiny review of the service and issues, including performance levels, was publicly reported in November 2022

Performance for minor applications for the last two quarters of 22/23 was above the required government target of 70% and is currently over 80%

The threat of designation is not for the whole planning service; it is for minor applications only. The council does not face ‘losing control of planning’, as has been reported, but should it be designated, PINS could process minor applications only, and then only if the applicant chooses that route for their application, it would not be compulsory.

Council officers contacted government officials when the letter was received on 12 April and met with them on 26 April. Officers have also invited officials from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to visit the council and specifically meet with the planning team. This invite has been accepted.

The letter to the MP can be read in full on the council’s website here: www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/lettermp

SDL Property Auctions are offering for sale BY AUCTION the former railway line between Thurcaston Road and Beaumont Leys Lane in Leicester.

The property extends to 6.52 acres or thereabouts and comprises a dismantled railway line.

Guide Price: £85,000+ plus fees. For sale BY AUCTION on Thursday 27th July 2023 –10.00am start.

Contact SDL Auctions on 0800 046 5454 or visit www.sdlauctions.co.uk

Single building plot in Ratby

NEWTON FALLOWELL are offering for sale a parcel of land at Wolsey Drive, Ratby, Leicester with planning permission (ref: 22/00035/ FUL) for a detached dwelling with a double garage and garden room.

Guide Price: £275,000.

Contact Newton Fallowell on 0116 366 5666 or email: lfe@ newtonfallowell.co.uk

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MR TIM BALE (c/o Agent: JED Design, 23 Harborough Road, Desborough, NN14 2QX) – Erection of 2 dwellings – at land to the rear of 39, 41 & 43 North End, Hallaton, Leicestershire.

MR & MRS PEAKE (c/o Agent: Tim Adams Architects Ltd, Westwood Studios, 59 Bitteswell Road, Lutterworth, Leics. LE17 4EP) –Demolition of existing dwelling and commercial buildings and erection of 7 dwellings (Reserved Matters) –at 33 Dunton Road, Broughton Astley, Leics. LE9 6NA.

CRANE (c/o Agent: Hester Dalton, Sworders, The Gatehouse, Hadham Hall, Little Hadham, Ware SG11 2EB) – Change of use of an agricultural building to 4 dwellings

– at Astley Grange Farm, Back Lane, East Langton, Leics. LE16 7TB.

MR TIMOTHY BALE (c/o Agent: JED Design, 23 Harborough Road, Desborough NN14 2QX) – Erection of single storey rear extension to The Old Vicarage, conversion of outbuildings to form 2 dwellings and creation of two vehicular accesses

– at The Old Vicarage, Main Street, Tugby, Leics. LE7 9WD.

TELFORD FIVE LTD (c/o Agent: Mr Joe Nugent, Brownshore Management, Technology House, Halesfield 7, Telford, Shropshire TF7 4NA) – Outline application for the development of up to 17 self-build residential dwellings (Resubmission)

– at land north of Broughton Way, Broughton Astley, Leics.

MR T NASH (c/o Agent: Mr T Millican, Msquare Architects Ltd, 1 Mstudio, Talbot Yard, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7NP)

– Erection of 2 dwellings – at 116 Scotland Road, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 8AY.

BHAVNA KHOLIA (c/o Agent: Mr Jason Brindley, MJ Barrett Developments, Brookside Business Park, Brookside Road, Uttoxeter ST14 8AU) – Conversion and change of use of retail units to 4 dwellings (Variation of Condition 2 of 21/00331/FUL) – at 136 Station Road, Broughton Astley, Leics. LE9 6PW.

Melton Borough

MR MANDEEP SINGH (c/o Agent: Lance Wiggins, Lion Planning, 14 Woodhouse Road, Quorn, Leics.

LE12 8ED) - Enabling works for the implementation of planning permission reference 22/00404/FUL for the erection of 73 dwellings with associated vehicular access, parking, landscaping and public open space –at Field OS 4100, Lake Terrace, Melton Mowbray, Leics.

Three properties for sale with APB

THE FOLLOWING three properties will be of interest to local builders and developers:

• Residential development site at 202 Loughborough Road, Mountsorrel, Leics. LE12 7AX Planning permission (refs: P/18/1747/2 and P/18/1032/2) has been granted and implemented for 4 detached three-bed dwellings. Price on application.

• Residential development site at 106 Sports Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8AJ – Planning permission (ref: 20/0748/FUL) has been granted for 3 detached dwellings (2 three-bed and 1 four-bed). Price on application.

• Residential development site at Lower Moor Road, Coleorton, Coalville, Leics. LE67 8FN – Planning permission (ref: 18/01237/REM) has been granted for 4 fourbed detached dwellings. Price on application. Contact APB for more information on 0116 254 0382 or email: pc@apbleicester.co.uk

Funding secured for £24m Build to Rent scheme in Leicester

UNITED TRUST BANK (UTB) is providing £15.3m of funding to growing Build to Rent developer Oblix Living to complete their conversion of Saxon House in central Leicester.

Founded in 2020 by Rishi Passi and Anthony James, Oblix Living is a specialist developer, investor and operator of residential rental assets in strategically selected locations across the UK. It develops mid-sized schemes in urban areas where there is demand for well serviced rental accommodation. Its developments are service led, technology enabled and focus on young professionals seeking flexibility, security and amenities fit for modern day living.

Saxon House was built in 1993 and occupied by HMRC until 2021. It was acquired by Oblix Living in 2022 with plans to convert the 89,000 square foot, six storey former office building into ‘The Saxons’, comprising 100, one and two bedroom apartments with a gym, workspace, residents lounge and 28 resident car parking spaces.

Specialist lender, United Trust Bank, is providing the £15.3m of funding required to complete the scheme which has an estimated GDV of £24m. This is the second Oblix Living development supported by UTB which also provided £11m towards the developer’s £17.2m, 95 apartment scheme at Iron Yard in Sheffield city centre, which is now complete and leasing up.

Civil engineering sector set for growth in the Midlands –but key issues remain

THE CIVIL ENGINEERING sector in the Midlands is set to grow in the coming year – but labour shortages, rising costs and a drop in road projects are key issues for firms in the region.

Midlands firms have contributed to the Civil Engineering Contractors Association’s (CECA) latest workload trends survey and it reveals how the sector is expected to fare in the coming 12 months.

More than half the firms surveyed (53 per cent) said that orders had risen with 28 per cent saying that their order books had decreased.

Areas such as renewable energy works, water & sewerage and railways have grown but preliminary works and motorways & trunk roads have seen a drop off.

On balance, 30 per cent of businesses expected workloads to increase in the next year and this trend will continue to impact the already tight labour market, according to the survey.

Firms in the civil engineering sector reported an increase in staff over the past year and, on balance, 43 per cent were forecasting a rise in skilled operatives and 38 per cent were expecting an increase in wider staff employment.

That is contributing to a rise in staffing costs – 6.1 per cent for engineering staff and 4.7 per cent for administrative staff.

Other costs also continue to rise although the rate of the increase has slowed compared to a year ago.

Aggregates, bricks and clay products have all risen by seven per cent or more. Fabricated steel is also up by seven per cent although it was rising by more than 13 per cent a year ago.

The rate of inflation has also dropped on timber and plastic but it is still relatively high at 7.7 per cent and 6.3 per cent respectively. The rate of increase on fuel prices has also fallen sharply but is still more than four per cent.

MR JUSTIN WILSON (c/o: Morland House, 15 Davy Court, Castle Mound Way, Rugby, Warks. CV23 0UZ) – Application for approval of Reserved Matters for the appearance, layout, scale and landscaping of 290 dwellings pursuant to outline permission ref: 18/00359/OUT – at Sysonby Farm, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0NX.

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough

Antonino Puglisi (c/o Agent: Andrew Moore Architectural Services, 2 Netherley Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 0RF) – Demolition of existing semi-detached bungalow and erection of 2 dwellings – at 6 Shakespeare Drive, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 0BG.

UNNAMED APPLICANT (c/o Agent: Mr Matthew Blythin, DHA Planning Ltd, Eclipse House, Eclipse Park, Sittingbourne Road, Maidstone ME14 3EN) – Demolition of five school buildings and the construction of a new three-storey school building with associated landscaping, external canopies and external play area, including the construction and siting of a temporary teaching block and temporary staff car park during construction – at The Hinckley School, Butt Lane, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1LE.

MR RICK MORRIS (c/o Agent: Miss Jane Tillotson, Hayward Architects, Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Approval of Reserved Matters for outline planning application 21/01069/OUT for 4 residential dwellings – at 20 Ashby Road, Stapleton, Leics. LE9 8JB.

MR IAN FERRY (c/o Agent: Lance Wiggins, Lion Planning, 14 Woodhouse Road, Quorn, Leics. LE12 8ED) – Erection of 20 accommodation pods, 10 holiday lodges, and management building with associated internal access roads, parking, landscaping and surface water balancing – at Inglenook Farm, Leicester Road, Barwell, Leics. LE9 8BD.

RICHBOROUGH ESTATES AND MR & MRS ADCOCK (c/o Agent: Georgina Doyle, Pegasus Group, 4 The Courtyard, Church Street, Lockington, Derbyshire DE74 2SL)

– Outline planning application for the erection of up to 475 dwellings, including public open space, land reserved for a primary school together with future expansion land – at land north of A47 Normandy Way and east of Stoke Road, Hinckley, Leics.

Recovery Loan Scheme

THE RECOVERY Loan Scheme supports access to finance for small and medium sized UK businesses, so they can grow and invest.

The Recovery Loan Scheme supports small and medium sized businesses to access the finance they need to grow and invest. Finance can be used for any legitimate business purpose, including working capital or investment.

The scheme makes available:

• up to £2 million per business group

• up to £1 million for business groups in scope of the Northern Ireland Protocol

The actual amount and terms offered are at the discretion of participating lenders.

The government guarantees 70% of the finance to the lender. As the borrower, you are always 100% liable for the debt.

Loans are available through a network of accredited lenders, listed on the British Business Bank’s website.

Lenders should only offer finance through the Recovery Loan Scheme if they are unable to offer a facility on better terms without the guarantee.

Eligibility

You may be eligible for a loan through the Recovery Loan Scheme if your business:

• is trading in the UK

• has a turnover of £45 million or less

You need to show that your business:

• is viable

• is not in difficulty

Businesses that received support under the earlier COVID-19 loan guarantee schemes and earlier

phases of the Recovery Loan Scheme are eligible to access finance under this scheme if they meet all other eligibility criteria. Charities and further education colleges that generate not more than 50% of their turnover from trading activity must confirm they have been impacted by COVID-19 in order to be eligible for the scheme. There is no requirement for any other sectors to have been impacted by COVID-19.

What you can borrow

• term loans or overdrafts of between £25,001 and £2 million per business group

• term loans or overdrafts of between £25,001 and £1 million for businesses in scope of the Northern Ireland Protocol

• invoice or asset finance of between £1,000 and £2 million per business group

detached three-bedroom dwelling with front and rear dormers.

THIS IS AN INDIVIDUAL LEVEL BUILDING BEDROOM HOME WITH GARDENS REAR.

• invoice or asset finance of between £1,000 and £1 million for businesses in scope of the Northern Ireland Protocol Lenders may take personal guarantees for facilities of all sizes. A borrower’s principal private residence cannot be taken as security.

The plot is situated adjacent to 26 Ingleby Road, Sawley, Nottingham NG10 3DH.

Offers in the region of £90,000 are invited.

Contact Robert Ellis on 0115 946 1818 or email: longeaton@ robertellis.co.uk

The Planning Permission was granted by for a detached dwelling with front and neighbouring property with the eaves height properties allowing external rear access

For information about this individual plot,

How long the facility is for

The maximum length of the facility depends on the type of finance you apply for and will be:

Agents Notes

Another 1.4 million sq ft of warehouse space planned for Magna Park Lutterworth

• up to 6 years for loans and asset finance facilities

The vendor is related to an employee of Directions

• up to 3 years for overdrafts and invoice finance facilities

Find out more

Find a lender accredited to offer Recovery Loans from the list on the British Business Bank website: https://www.british-businessbank.co.uk/ourpartners/ recovery-loan-scheme/forbusinesses/

Proceed out of Long Eaton along Tamworth Eaton railway station. Proceed for a short Continue along Draycott Road taking a immediately right onto Ingleby Road.

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GLP is set to speculatively develop 1.4 million sq ft across four units at logistics park Magna Park Lutterworth (MPL).

Neglected farmland near Hinckley set for holiday park makeover

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AS REPORTED in the Leicester Mercury, ‘neglected’ agricultural land has been earmarked to be transformed into a holiday park near Hinckley.

If the plans are approved, the land, on Inglenook Farm near Barwell, will house up to 20 accommodation pods and 10 holiday lodges.

Applicant Ian Fenny has also asked Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council for permission to construct a management building and to create access roads and parking, as well carrying out landscaping on the site. The management building will include toilets, a kitchenette and communal area for guests.

GLP has received detailed planning permission for four new warehouses, three in Magna Park South, MPS Unit 9 (388,000 sq ft), MPS Unit 10 (119,000 sq ft) and MPS Unit 11 (136,000 sq ft), and one building in Magna Park North, MPN 5, measuring 761,000 sq ft. All units are due for practical completion by the end of Spring 2024.

MPN 5 will be a Breeam

Outstanding building with all three other developments planned to achieve Breeam Excellent. Each unit will be net-zero in construction and independently certified by the Planet Mark.

STATUE HOMES LTD (c/o Agent: Housemartin Designs, The Carthouse, Charnells Court, Upperfields Farm, Main Street, Swepstone, Leics. LE67 2SG) –Erection of 9 single storey holiday lodges with vehicle parking and associated works – at Kyngs Golf & Country Club, Station Road, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, Warks. CV13 0NP.

SALLY SMITH (c/o Agent: Mr Mark Rose, Define Planning & Design Ltd, Unit 6, 133-137 Newhall Street, Birmingham B3 1SF) – Full planning application for 153 dwellings with a vehicular access from the factory access road and existing roundabout on the A47, drainage, landscaping, public open space, ground remodelling and supporting infrastructure and utilities – at land to the west of Normandy Way, Hinckley, Leics.

Rushcliffe Borough

MRS MARSTERS (c/o Agent: Mr Dino Labbate, Swish Architecture Ltd, Unit 2B, First Floor, 100 Melton Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 6EP) – Change of use from B1 Offices to 9 apartments including three storey side and rear extension, loft conversion and associated landscaping and parking – at 4345 Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7LA.

UNNAMED APPLICANT (c/o Agent: Mr Gareth Glennon, Peacock+Smith, Central House, 47 St Pauls Street, Leeds LS1 2TE) – Construction of a 30-bed mental health care facility with associated parking and landscaping – at Cygnet Healthcare, Cedar Vale, 93 Kneeton Road, East Bridgford, Nottingham NG13 8PJ.

KERRI WHITTAKER & RICHARD

WHITTAKER (c/o Agent: Mrs Natalie Dear Planning Consultancy, 1 Bailey Lane, Radcliffe-on-Trent, Nottingham NG12 2DA) – Outline application for proposed residential development of up to 5 dwellings –at land to the rear of The Manor House, 1 Owthorpe Road, Cotgrave, Nottingham NG12 3JE.

South Derbyshire District

MR ARMETT (c/o Agent: Phillip Tuckwell, TUK Rural, The Studio, 6A Market Place, Melbourne, Derby DE73 8DS) – Conversion of an agricultural building to 3 dwellings – at Rectory Farm, Chellaston Lane, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire DE72 2AX.

S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction PMI®

Construction output gains momentum amid strongest rise in new orders since April 2022

Key findings

• Total activity increases at fastest pace for three months

• Growth driven by commercial and civil engineering activity

• House building falls at steepest rate since May 2020

May PMI® data signalled a modest upturn in overall UK construction output, driven by faster rises in commercial building and civil engineering activity.

Meanwhile, house building remained by far the weakestperforming category of activity, with output declining at the steepest pace for three years.

Supply conditions continued to normalise in May, as highlighted by the greatest improvement in vendor lead times since August 2009. This helped to alleviate cost pressures across the construction sector, with the overall rate of input price inflation easing to its weakest for 32 months.

The headline seasonally adjusted S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index® (PMI®) – which measures month-on-month changes in total industry activity – registered 51.6 in May, up from 51.1 in April and above the neutral 50.0 mark for the fourth successive month. Although indicative of only modest growth, the latest reading pointed to the strongest upturn in total construction activity since February.

There were again divergent trends across the three main categories of construction activity. Commercial building (index at 54.2) was the best-performing segment, with output rising at a robust and accelerated pace. Construction companies cited a gradual turnaround in confidence among clients and faster decision-making on new projects. Civil engineering also gained momentum (index at 53.9), with growth hitting an 11-month high in May.

Worries about the impact of higher interest rates and subdued market conditions continued to dampen housing activity. Work on residential building projects decreased for the sixth month running and at the steepest pace since May 2020. Aside from the pandemic-related downturn, the latest reading for this category of construction activity (42.7) was the lowest for just over 14 years.

Total new business meanwhile increased at a strong pace in May, despite weakness in the house building sector. The overall rise in construction order books was the strongest recorded since April 2022. This spurred an upturn in staffing numbers for the fourth month in a row. However, input buying remained broadly unchanged during the latest survey period, which partly reflected efforts to reduce excess inventories.

Supply conditions improved considerably in May. Average lead times for the delivery of construction products and materials shortened to the greatest extent since August 2009. This was attributed to fewer logistics bottlenecks, alongside an improved balance between demand and supply.

Purchasing price inflation eased sharply since April, which some firms linked to rising competition among suppliers alongside softer demand for construction inputs. Although still signalling a robust increase in cost burdens, the latest survey data indicated the weakest rate of inflation for just over two-and-a-half years.

Finally, construction companies remain upbeat about their growth prospects for the year ahead. Around 45% of the survey panel expect an increase in output levels, while only 14% predict a decline. That said, the degree of positive sentiment slipped to a four-month low in May.

Survey respondents suggested that concerns about the UK economic outlook and the impact of rising interest rates were the main factors holding back growth projections in May.

Comment

• TIM MOORE, Economics Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence, which compiles the survey said: “May data highlighted a mixed picture across the UK construction sector as solid growth rates in commercial and civil engineering activity contrasted with a steeper downturn in house building. Rising demand among corporate clients and contract awards on infrastructure projects meanwhile underpinned the fastest rise in new orders since April 2022.

“However, cutbacks to new residential building projects in response to rising interest rates and subdued housing market conditions resulted in the sharpest drop in housing activity for three years. This meant that residential work underperformed the rest of the construction sector by the greatest margin since October 2008. Survey respondents also commented on concerns about the broader UK economic outlook, which contributed to an overall drop in output growth projections to the lowest for four months.

“Inflationary pressures meanwhile eased considerably May, with purchase prices increasing to the smallest extent since September 2020. Supply chain normalisation helped to moderate cost inflation, as signalled by the strongest improvement in delivery times for construction products and materials for almost 14 years.”

• DR JOHN GLEN, Chief Economist at the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), said: “Though overall output in the construction sector showed an improvement for the fourth month in a row, the steepest drop in house building activity since April 2009, barring the initial pandemic lockdown in early 2020, will send a chill down the spine of the UK economy.

“The residential sub-sector is closely linked to consumer confidence and levels of spending. A further hike in interest rates this month, along with the relentless increase in the cost of living is making buyers hesitate about purchasing homes. As a result, builder confidence was pinched to remain below the survey average, as business costs remained high and firms expanded their workforce numbers at only a modest pace as they were cautious about their own affordability rates.

“Even with the strongest increase in new orders for just over a year, where commercial and civil engineering projects made up the shortfall, purchasing activity remained flat. Companies were de-stocking their builtup supplies because, with the fastest turnaround in supplier delivery times since August 2009, builders expected that demands for materials would be met should a longawaited sustainable upturn ever arrive.”

DE73 8EH

An extraordinary development opportunity which benefits from Full Planning Permission for the erection of 7 dwellings with garages providing a total coverage of 10,400 sqft (approx. GIA, excl. garages). The site extends in all to 0.59 Acres (0.24 Ha) or thereabouts.

The site is being offered for sale as a whole by Informal Tender. Deadline for submission of tenders is by 12 noon on Wednesday 2 nd August 2023.

Offers are invited in excess of £1,500,000 (one million, five hundred thousand pounds)

A detailed information pack including Ground Investigation Report and Utilities searches is available.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Agents: Gary Kirk & Sam Tyler E-mail: gary.kirk@matherjamie.co.uk / sam.tyler@matherjamie.co.uk

Mather Jamie Ltd, 3 Bank Court, Weldon Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RF

MIDBROOK COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED (c/o

Agent: George Henshaw, Castle House, Friar Lane, Nottingham NG1 6DH) – Demolition of restaurant and erection of retail/commercial unit – at The Mandarin Chinese Restaurant, Egginton Road, Hilton, Derbyshire DE65 5FJ.

MELBOURNE HALL ESTATE

(c/o Agent: Phillip Tuckwell, TUK Rural, The Studio, 6A Market Place, Melbourne, Derby DE73 8DS) –Demolition of existing building and development of 5 new dwellings with associated amenity space and car parking – at Melbourne Community Centre, Church Street, Melbourne, Derbyshire DE73 8EJ.

MESSRS. JONATHAN, DAVID & PETER BABB (c/o: 1 The Hills, Warton, Warks. B79 0JF) –Demolition of existing residential properties (Nos. 19 & 20 Gorsey Leys) with the erection of 4 detached and semidetached twostorey dwellings, associated parking, garaging, landscaping and all enabling works – at 19 Gorsey Leys, Overseal, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE12 6JE.

North Northants.

BARKER HOMES LIMITED (c/o Agent: Jon Sidey, Sidey Design Architecture, 10 Market Square, Higham Ferrers, Northants. NN10 8BT) – Change of use/conversion of the former public house to office use, and part conversion to 3 onebed residential units and erection of 3 one-bed two-storey dwellings with associated parking and amenity space (Resubmission) – at The Wheatsheaf, 1 High Street South, Northants. NN10 0QU.

BEST ASSET LIMITED (c/o: 12 Cottingham Way, Thrapston, Kettering, Northants. NN14 4PL) –Erection of 5 dwellings - at land adjacent to to Brook Farm Cottage, Brooks Road, Raunds, Northants. NN9 6NS.

MR B MCTAGGART (c/o Agent: Patrick Dooley, 2 Stanton Avenue, Spinney Hill, Northampton NN3 6BZ) – Proposed 2 detached single-storey dwellings with off road parking – at land adjacent to 31 Ashridge Close, Rushden, Northants. NN10 9HS.

GOLIATH PROPERTY LIMITED

(c/o Agent: Ryan Astill, Astill Planning Consultants Ltd, 144 New Walk, Leicester LE1 7JA) – Change of use from Commercial, Business and Service use to dwellinghouses –at 37-39 High Street, Rushden, Northants. NN10 0QE.

Planning over-reach?

AS THE HBA prepares to release the first chapter of its report on planning and productivity, the second weekend of June 2023 exampled how backward the UK has become in relation to planning, as two industries have felt a slap down by the public sector’s god-like complex.

The first involved a planning application for a Papa John’s pizza shop in Tyneside, as central governments planning inspectorate blocked the move due to concerns around childhood obesity.

This was despite the local council already bringing in rules to stop takeaways opening within areas where childhood obesity was above an acceptable rate and the shop ensuring it was not within that catchment area. Yet planning inspectorate concluded that distance was less of a concern than any potential exposure.

To say this is over-reach would be an understatement, but it should come as no surprise because a month earlier, Michael Gove, the secretary of state who oversees the planning inspectorate, rejected a planning application on grounds of ‘ugliness’. Despite the project being praised by the planning inspector dealing with the case and submitted by multiple placemaking and design award winners, Berkeley Group.

With central Government deciding what is pleasing on the eye and what food you should consider eating, we would hope local government might be more sensible, but they too engage in over-reach. On 14 June 2023, Greenwich Council meets to ratify its proposal to ban ice-cream vans on thirty of its streets. Some reasons are understandable, such as pollution caused by idling but others less so, for example ‘nuisance’ long queues causing ‘clutter’.

The ’cluttering of views’ is a particularly interesting comment, as it centralises on the impact of local tourism on World Heritage Sites and Conservation Areas. However, it ignores the fact that the queues exist because tourists and local people frequent and value the ice cream vans. And some might argue the 100 plus year history of this very British institution should be conserved as part of British heritage.

Electric ice cream vehicles may be permitted to ‘assist with improvement of air quality’, though that doesn’t fix the ‘clutter’, and in the reports, the accessibility element of mobile ice cream sellers was not noted in regard of the 15.7% of disabled residents.

Stipulations on roads which are not closed to the vans are being brought in, ensuring no trader can operate for more than fifteen minutes at a time and sellers must not return to the same street on the same day.

Although these two stories poke fun as the thin end of the planning wedge, they illustrate the over-reach and personal politics that has crept into planning.

A system where housing supply is restricted by people who own homes, services such as eye hospitals don’t have enough places for new entrants because expansion might blight your view and transport infrastructure is opposed because people working from home, now have more time to tell people off for needing to travel to work.

Rico Wojtulewicz

Head of Housing and Planning Policy, National Federation of Builders

Sutton in the Elms plot for dormer bungalow

CARLTON ESTATES are offering for sale the last remaining self-build plot of land, known as Plot 4, land to the rear of 68-70 Leicester Road, Sutton Lane, Sutton in the Elms, Leics. LE9 6QF.

Outline planning permission (ref: 22/01185/OUT) has been granted for a dormer bungalow. For more information, contact Carlton Estates on 0116 284 9636.

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Agent: Blueprint Architectural Design, 5 Blotts Barn Business Centre, Brooks Road, Raunds, Northants. NN9 6NS) – Conversion of existing barn to create 2 dwellings – at Northdale Farm Buildings, Midland Road, Raunds, Northants. NN9 6GX.

BRUDENELL ESTATES LTD (c/o

Agent: Ian Lapsley, Gately Smithers Purslow, Glaston Hall, Spring Lane, Glaston, Oakham, Rutland LE15 9BZ) – Install 10 eco-friendly woodland lodges with associated access and landscaping – at Deene Park Site, Deene Park, Deene, Northants. NN17 3EW.

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BLOOR HOMES LIMITED (c/o

Agent: Kirstie Clifton, Define Planning & Design Ltd, Unit 6, 133137 Newhall Street, Birmingham B3 1SF) – Outline application for residential development (up to 1,300 units) employment development, community facilities including primary school, nursery and halth facility, retail premises, open space, associated infrastructure and works (Reserved Matters) – at Rugby Gateway, Land between Lower Lodge Avenue and Skelhorne Avenue, Rugby, Warks.

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Two promotions at civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting

EAST MIDLANDS-based civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting has promoted two members of its team.

Pedro Navarro has been made an Associate, while Oliver McElroy has been promoted to Principal Engineer.

Both are members of the civil engineering team at BSP Consulting, with Pedro working in the Nottingham office and Oliver working out of the Derby office.

BSP Director Tony Goddard said: “These promotions are in recognition of their tireless technical work within the civils team and their proven ability encouraging and developing younger staff, managing project finances and going the extra mile to nurture positive client relationships.

“On behalf of everyone at BSP Consulting, I’d like to congratulate Pedro and Oliver and wish them well in their new roles.”

Pedro has been with BSP since June 2017, while Oliver joined in November 2020.

One of the largest independent civil and structural engineering companies in the East Midlands, BSP is an award-winning firm that operates across the UK, offering civil engineering, structural engineering, transport engineering, geotechnical and environmental engineering. BSP works across all sectors including housing, student accommodation, commercial, industrial, health, education, senior living, retail and heritage.

For more information about BSP Consulting visit www.bsp-consulting.co.uk

Developer wins appeal following refusal of Beeston mixed-use scheme

PROPOSALS for a major mixed-use scheme of student accommodation and commercial space in Beeston are set to go ahead, after being refused last year, thanks to a successful appeal.

Potential site for

BB&J are offering for sale an L-shaped site of 0.22 acres, in a prominent location.

The site – at 73 Monk Street, Derby DE22 3QE – received a positive PRE-APPLICATION in 2021 for potential redevelopment comprising a scheme of two residential blocks containing a total of 21 apartments.

The site is currently used for car sales, being entirely hard surfaced with a two-storey car repair/office building.

The asking price is £645,000.

Contact Mark Richardson at BB&J on 01332 292825 or email: m.richardson@bbandj.co.uk

WELLS MCFARLANE are offering for sale a detached character property with planning permission (ref: 22/00120/FUL) for the erection of three additional detached dwellings.

The property - Michaelmas Cottage, 138 Sapcote Road, Burbage, Leics. LE10 2AY - is available as a whole or in two lots:

• Lot 1 being the house, associated gardens and driveGuide Price £800,000.

• Lot 2 being the three development plotsGuide Price £650,000.

Contact Tom Knowles at Wells McFarlane on 01455 559030 or email: tom@wellsmcfarlane.co.uk

The initial decision to block the eight storey scheme in July 2022 came despite recommendations for approval by the planning officer.

Detailing why the plans were refused, the planning committee noted that there was “concern about the amenity of students living in the accommodation because the rooms were very small, and the intensity of occupation was too high for the size of the site.”

It was also highlighted that there would be an impact on neighbour amenity because of the lack of car parking provided on the site and because the students would only be in occupation for part of the year. The design of the building was also considered to be “unimaginative and inappropriate as a gateway building to Beeston.”

The 419-student bed space scheme from Midlands-based developer Cassidy Group, planned for Station Road, next to the Arc Cinema, is now set to go ahead.

Cassidy previously said that the scheme at the edge of Beeston town centre would breathe new life into a derelict site and bring increased footfall and economic benefit to local retailers. They added that it would also free up much-needed housing in the town, currently occupied by students, for family homes.

My friend got me a ruler from Smiths. Heaven knows I’m measurable now.

FOR SALE

Residential development site for up to 93 dwellings at Markfield, Leicestershire

An opportunity to acquire an exclusive residential development site located on the outskirts of a popular Leicestershire village.

Features

Development Land

Outline planning permission for up to 93 residential dwellings

Gross site area of 3.66 hectares (9.04 acres)

Edge of an established village with local amenities

Excellent travel links

Quality local schools

Data Room with all relevant planning documentation

Offers invited by midday on Friday 4th August ‘23

Enquiries

Matt Oliver | 01858 810 000 | Matt@pendimo co uk

Ian Large | 01530 877977 ian large@howkinsandharrison co uk

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RJA Consultants were announced Apprentice Employer of the Year (Medium Enterprise) on 10th May at the Nottingham Trent University Apprenticeship Awards Event 2023.

RJA Consultants have been shortlisted for three consecutive years and were delighted to have won the award this year. The company’s Head Office is in Kibworth, Leicestershire and they opened a second office in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire in August 2021.

Nottingham Trent University said: “RJA recognises that recruiting and training apprentices is instrumental to the successful growth and development of their business. They actively promote apprentices to significate roles, clearly demonstrating their commitment and recognition of the great value that apprentices bring to their workforce. This company has developed strategies which support the wellbeing of their apprentices including a pastoral mentor.”

Victorian factory in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter with Grade IIlisting to be auctioned

AN IMPRESSIVE Grade II-listed former factory dating back to 1870 that sits in Birmingham’s fastdeveloping Jewellery Quarter is likely to draw fierce bidding in Bond Wolfe’s auction this month.

The property - at 85-87 Vittoria Street - which is to be sold on behalf of Birmingham City Council, will appear in the livestreamed auction on 13 July with a guide price* of £350,000+.

Ron Darlington, consultant director at Bond Wolfe, explained that the Victorian building had been more recently used as a training centre and offices, although it was considered suitable for many other uses, depending on planning permission.

The Victorian former factory is just one of 185 properties appearing in Bond Wolfe’s auction which is due to start at 9am on Thursday 13 July.

The auction will be livestreamed via Bond Wolfe’s website with remote bidding by proxy, telephone or internet.

For more details and to register to bid visit www.bondwolfe.com/propertyauctions-west-midlands/ or email auctions@bondwolfe.com, or call 0121 312 1212 or 01902 928 510.

Representing RJA Consultants at the awards ceremony is L-R Chris Clubb (Director of Commercial), Liza Julian (Director of Corporate Services) and Paul Marriott (Senior Quantity Surveyor).

Joe steps up with RICs achievement

DEDICATED

WORK and good communication skills have enabled Andrew + Ashwell junior surveyor, Joe Dodd, to celebrate the next step in his career with the achievement of Associate of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (AssocRICS).

At 26, Joe is one of the leading Leicestershire-based commercial property specialist’s Andrew + Ashwell’s younger team members, previously gaining experience in agency and development work in his former role at Phillips Sutton and as a sales negotiator with residential agency William H Brown.

Leicester born Joe, a former student of St Paul’s Catholic Secondary School, Evington, completed a Building Surveying Diploma at The University College of Estate Management in 2018. He then took a break from the industry to run his own menswear fashion business and travel round Asia. He returned to surveying in late 2020, joining A+A at the start of the second Covid lockdown, where he has maintained a firm focus on gaining his Associate RICS qualification, on the path to achieving full chartered surveyor status.

“Having taken time out I wanted to lock back into commercial property. I saw surveying as a fruitful career path for the future and have always maintained my interest in the property industry as a whole,” explained Joe.

“Senior colleagues have all been very supportive in providing training and guidance towards achieving my qualification, giving up their own time as I finalised matters in the lead-up to the submission deadline. Kelvin Wilson was particularly helpful, given he is the most recent member of the team to achieve an RICS Professional qualification and Malcolm Grayson, as my appointed counsellor, oversaw the entire submission, providing effective direction throughout. I am truly grateful for their assistance.”

With the latest hurdle over, Joe plans to use his proven appetite for work to continue specialising in his current commercial agency role, also dealing with professional work involving lease renewals and rent reviews.

Malcolm Grayson, Director at A+A, said: “This qualification is a great milestone for Joe as he continues to progress in his professional qualifications, both demonstrating his capabilities and understanding of the profession, its standards and ethics. It will enable him to broaden the complexities of work as he continues to build his knowledge and experience.

“While Joe’s primary role remains agency work, I have seen how his abilities have grown since joining A+A. Having spent over 30 years in this role myself, I can say it involves a continuous learning process, so he still has plenty to look forward to as he focuses on that part of the business. “A+A undertakes professional services and manages more than 600 commercial tenancies. We encourage staff to experience these additional parts of the business, since it provides a rounded understanding of other aspects of the property industry.”

Eurocell secures Polyframe partnership

EUROCELL, the manufacturer, distributor, and recycler of PVC-U building products, has welcomed Polyframe as one of their fabricator partners.

Based in Norwich and Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, Polyframe has been supplying fabricated fenestration systems for over 30 years and has chosen to join with Eurocell to ensure long-term security and reliability in supply and service.

As a Eurocell customer, Polyframe will benefit from Eurocell’s ‘Grow With Us’ ethos, receiving technical support and expertise from dedicated teams, continual focus on investment in new machinery, services and products, as well as business development support to propel growth.

In addition to their existing offering, Polyframe, will now be able to offer a wider range of PVC-U with the Eurocell Logik System.

FOR SALE – 77.40 ACRES (31.32 HA) OF FARMLAND WITH BIODIVERSITY POTENTIAL

Slash Lane, Sileby, Leicestershire. LE12 7NF

A significant block of pasture land situated within the Soar Valley. The land is currently grazed by livestock but offers potential purchasers the opportunity to potentially deliver biodiversity improvements which meet developer compensation requirements.

OIEO - £600,000 – For sale by Private Treaty

FOR FURTHER INFORMATIO N CONTACT:

Agent: Gary Kirk Tel: 01509 233433

E-mail: gary kirk@matherjamie.co.uk

Mather Jamie Ltd, 3 Bank Court, Weldon Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RF

A man with two left feet walks into a shoe shop and says, “Got any flip flips?”

PLANS TO BREATHE NEW LIFE INTO GRADE II LISTED UNION HQ

AWARD-WINNING Leicesterbased Architects, project managers and interior designers SKM Design have recently submitted a planning application to bring a local vacant Grade II listed building back into use. The proposed scheme aims to transform the site into a multi-use offering that includes a gym, offices, café and rooftop shisha bar.

The property on St. James Street in Leicester city centre was built in the early 1900s and was the location of the former Boot and Shoe Operatives Union and National Union Headquarters. It is symbolic of Leicester’s prominence in the national boot and shoe industry and a reminder of its strong working-class traditions. However since the last occupiers, the Swaminarayan Mission group, left the premises in the early 2000s, the building has unfortunately fallen into a state of disrepair, suffering significant water damage and deterioration.

The new owners are two brothers who are embarking on this project after running a successful clothing manufacturing business. They understand the value of such a building for the city’s future and are determined to give back to the community, saying: “We have a plan [that will] preserve a historic building and make it accessible to the local public, promoting community engagement and participation, charitable events, youth programmes as well as wedding events and contributing to the local economy by attracting people to the area. It’s a heritage at risk building which needs full renovation. In this area many developers are converting buildings into flats and there is a huge demand for buildings like this especially with such a historic. [The development] will not only bring the building back to its former glory but also help to revitalise the surrounding area and bring people together once again.”

The brothers were keen to employ SKM Design following an introduction by a mutual contact and being made aware of director Sanjay Mistry’s notable experience and expertise in projects of this type. Plans were drawn up, supplemented with 3D visualisations and an in-depth supporting Design & Access Statement. The proposal required two separate planning applications: one for the change of use of the main part of the building and one for alterations to the listed part of the building. Leicester City Council’s decision on the St. James Street application is expected in August.

SKM Design are also working on the preliminary stages of several more city centre schemes, converting former commercial and industrial units into a variety of mixed use as well as residential schemes to help regenerate the area.

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Swadlincote site for 12 houses

GRIFFIN LAND are offering for sale a development site with full planning permission (ref: DMPA/2022/0350) for 12 detached housesat Brunt Lane, Woodville, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 7EW.

The site is roughly square and extends to approx.. 1.1 acres. It is currently vacant but was previously used for light agricultural use and allotments. No formal guide price has been set. VAT will apply.For an information pack, contact Phil McConnachie at Griffin Land on 07990 922359 or email: phil@ griffinland.co.uk

Honey’s £20m development planned for Matlock

HOUSEBUILDER Honey has submitted plans and exchanged contracts on a 10.5-acre site in Matlock to deliver a £20.35m, 75 new home development.

The proposed site, which will be called Hazel, is located opposite Matlock Golf Club on Chesterfield Road and was acquired from strategic land promoter Richborough Estates for an undisclosed sum.

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Existing St James Street facade

Aerial visualisation of the proposed scheme

Two Mather Jamie graduates qualify as Chartered Surveyors

MATHER Jamie is pleased to announce that Sam Tyler and Tim Jones have passed their Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and are now professionally qualified Chartered Surveyors.

Sam Tyler joined the development team in January 2021 after graduating from Sheffield Hallam University with a degree in Real Estate. He has assisted on a range of land deals and grown his knowledge of advising landowners on consented land and strategic development land. Now that he is fully qualified, he will continue assisting Directors on their deals whilst also advising landowners how to unlock land with development potential and the sale of consented land for development.

Tim joined the rural team at Mather Jamie in February 2019 after completing a Master’s degree in Rural Estate and Land Management at Harper Adams University. He is currently involved in the management of three large estates and over 61 properties. One Estate has recently made a number of acquisitions and now qualified he will be managing more of this portfolio and overseeing the refurbishment of properties and further development opportunities.

Mather Jamie Director Gary Kirk added, We are extremely proud of Sam and Tim who have seen their hard work pay off with their qualification as Chartered Surveyors. Sam and Tim’s chartership will enable them to undertake a wider variety of work which ultimately enhances the service which Mather Jamie is able to deliver to its clients. Mather Jamie is able to boast an excellent track record in supporting candidates through the APC process and we believe that investing in young and developing surveyors is key to the longevity of our business.

The APC is a formal assessment, following a two-year on-the-job training period to ensure surveyors have the professional competence required to achieve chartership. The final assessment includes a written submission, a case study and an intensive interview.

Austria is digging a tunnel like no other ...

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A NEW tunnel is being constructed in Linz, Austria using a formwork carriage. Watch the fascinating video on Fred Mills’ The B1M website.

About Fred Mills and The B1M

For almost a decade, Fred Mills has championed the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) sectors through The B1M; the world’s leading video publisher for AEC.

Having worked for a leading UK contractor, he first established The B1M in his spare room in an attempt to change people’s perceptions of construction.

Since then, he has used digital video to tell the industry’s best stories in a fresh, accessible, and engaging way – and built an audience of millions. The B1M now has more than 3M subscribers across its YouTube channels and some 20M viewers watching each month. Its content is produced inhouse by a 16-strong team.

The B1M’s mission statement is simple – “We love construction, and we want the whole world to love it too.” It’s out to make the industry easier to understand, admire and navigate for everyone, including those working in it.

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