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Planning Application Submitted for Landmark Leicester Development

PROJECT PARTNERS on Ashton Green, the £85m sustainable urban extension scheme to the north of Leicester have submitted a planning application for the second phase of the project. Multi-disciplinary design practice, rg+p and developer, Kier Living have submitted a reserved matters planning application for 307 residential dwellings for land off Bevan Road. The application follows feedback from a public consultation event held at the neighbouring Glebelands Primary School in March 2018 and includes the provision of both private residential and affordable homes in a mix of one and two bedroom apartments together with two to five bedroom homes. Andy Ward, associate planning consultant at rg+p commented: “Ashton Green is an ambitious and sustainable new project that is both a landmark scheme for Leicester and our practice. Our design includes different character areas that specifically reference Leicester’s heritage; the Victorian villa, Edwardian terrace and village street, and these are being distilled to a design code that will deliver a fresh architectural response and interpretation in the provision of quality new

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Local architects move into self-designed and developed new Leicester HQ

STEPHEN GEORGE + Partners, one of the UK’s leading architectural practices, has celebrated moving into its new 8,000 sqft purpose-built office at Grove Park, Enderby with a spectacular launch party attended by over 180 guests. Designed and developed by the practice, Waterfront House embodies the practice’s business values and vision for the future. It reflects the practice’s architectural skill and appetite for innovation. Waterfront House is the touchstone for Stephen George and Partners’ long-term commitment to the region and to collaborative working, embracing the knowledge-based economy and the new digital age. Explains Michael Barker, Senior Partner Stephen George + Partners: “For the past two years I’ve been wearing four hats and it’s been an education. As architect, client, contractor and developer, I’ve worked with colleagues - all of them architects! - to create an inspirational place for our employees, clients and visitors, reflecting both our business values and our vision of the future.”

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homes. We’re pleased to be partnering Kier Living to deliver this flagship scheme and are hopeful for a positive outcome from this planning application.” Proposed by Leicester City Council, Ashton Green represents the most substantial, mixed use development in the city for more than 30 years and includes the provision for up to 3,000 new homes together with community and health facilities, employment land, retail space and approximately 13 acres of green open space and wildlife corridors. Martin Bessant, regional director for Kier Living, states: “We are committed to delivering new houses that offer diverse communities and the Ashton Green scheme will provide private residential and affordable homes that people are proud to call home. Working collaboratively with Leicester City Council, Ashton Green will not only create much needed new homes but it will bring about wider economic and job opportunities to the area.” rg+p has been retained in a multidisciplinary capacity on Ashton Green, acting as architects, master planners, urban designers, planning consultants and landscape architects. If the planning application is successful, work is estimated to commence on site in spring 2019.

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The fast growing AJ100 practice, demonstrated latest developments in BIM applications and 3D printing as well as giving tours of the new building. Located in a stunning setting overlooking the lake in the landscaped south-east corner of Grove Park business park, Waterfront House features a minimalist design, with ground floor meeting rooms and a welcoming café opening on to a lakeside terrace plus a dramatic firstfloor design studio, accommodating x of the businesses x total staff. James Nicholls, Managing Partner, said: “The launch was a great success and we have received tremendously positive feedback on the building from visitors. Not only does it provide a collaborative working environment for staff, it also embraces new technology from a highly efficient heat recovery system, PV and solar thermal, to smart lighting - and provides space for us to showcase our advances in BIM and VR.”

Leicestershire & Rutland Construction Dinner 2018 Celebrates Craftsmanship THE LEICESTERSHIRE & RUTLAND Construction Dinner, recently held at College Court Conference Centre, Leicester brought together talented contractors and construction professionals to celebrate the Leicestershire & Rutland Joint Consultative Committee wards for craftsmanship whose committee comprise local Architects, Surveyors, Building Contractors and Structural Engineers. The judges were overwhelmed by the high standard of entries received this year acknowledged that all the schemes entered this year demonstrated construction skills at their very best. Fourteen awards were given for projects which demonstrated the highest level of craftsmanship, All awards were presented by Neil Walters National Chair of the National Federation of Builders to: • Westminster Building Company Ltd for the transformation of the inner courtyard area at the Post Graduate Teaching Centre, Brookfield House, University of Leicester and for the ornate window replacement and roof renewal at Ashcroft House, University of Leicester. • G.Harrison (BUILDRITE) Leicester Ltd for the formation of the Krios G3 Laboratory at the Henry Welcome Building • G D Building Services Ltd for the Learning Commons Refurbishment and Alteration works within the David Wilson Library Building. • Tony Morris (Builders) Ltd received two awards for The Oaks, Burbage a bespoke individual family home. • Willmark Homes Ltd received their award for the transformation of a former residential home in to a luxury development of eight homes at Lady Martin Drive, Woodhouse Eaves. • The Oaks, Rothley is a stunning detached dwelling that impressed the judging panel who had no hesitation in awarding Solus Homes Ltd an award for the whole scheme. • Restoration and keeping historical traditions alive in building today, won awards for M Snutch Builders & Contractors Ltd for the conversion of a former memorial hospital into luxury apartments (Wyndham Lodge, Melton Mowbray), this project also received recognition for the stonework restoration and gained the contractor a second award. • Parmar Ltd for the outstanding restoration, conversion and extension to Winstanley House, Braunstone, Leicester into a luxury hotel and wedding venue. • Stepnells Ltd received two awards, for a new build, four storey apartment block on Princess Road East, Leicester and the Mountsorrel Memorial Centre, Leicestershire. • And finally, Cawrey Ltd gained recognition and award for the construction of the open culvert stream running through the Church View Development at Breedon on the Hill. This year’s chosen charity was Age UK, Tony Donovan the Executive Director of Age UK gave a captivating talk on the amazing work that Age UK does and the wide range of activities, services and help they provide to better the lives of the elderly. The evening raised £ 1200.00 for Age UK. All the 2018 winning projects can be viewed on the LJCC website: www.leicsljcc.org.uk. The Evening was hosted by the past President and an Honouree Life Member of the NFB Andrew Oldershaw and his wife Carolyn.

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IHS Markit/CIPS UK Construction PMI®

Weakest rise in construction output for six months in September Key findings: • All three sub-sectors record a loss of momentum since August • Solid increases in new work and employment • Business optimism at secondlowest level since February 2013

UK CONSTRUCTION companies indicated a sustained increase in business activity during September, but the rate of expansion slowed for the second month running. At 52.1 in September, down from 52.9 in August, the seasonally adjusted IHS Markit/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index® (PMI®) signalled the weakest upturn in output for six months. Civil engineering was the worst performing subcategory of construction work, with activity declining at a slightly quicker rate in September. House building and commercial construction continued to increase at a solid pace, although the latest survey indicated weaker growth than in August. A number of firms suggested that subdued economic conditions so far in 2018 remained a factor holding back business activity growth. In contrast to the trend seen for construction output, latest data pointed to a faster rise in new business volumes. The rate of new order growth picked up to its strongest since December 2016, which firms attributed to resilient demand and an upturn in new invitations to tender. A robust rise in staffing numbers was reported in September, helped by another improvement in new order books. The latest increase in employment was the fastest since December 2015. Sub-contractor usage also increased at the fastest pace for over two-and-a-half years. Survey respondents noted that their own payrolls had been boosted by a larger than usual intake of trainees and apprentices in September. There were also some reports that tight labour market conditions had led to a strategic focus on long-term hiring policies. Delivery times for construction products and materials continued to lengthen in September. Intense supply chain pressures were attributed to stock shortages at vendors and stretched transportation capacity. That said, the latest downturn in vendor

performance was slightly less marked than the three-and-a-half year low seen during August. Rising demand for inputs contributed to a sharp and accelerated increase in average cost burdens during September. The overall rate of input price inflation was the fastest for three months. Survey respondents widely cited higher fuel prices and greater raw material costs (particularly timber). September data indicated a further decline in optimism about the year ahead business outlook. The degree of positive sentiment reported by survey respondents was the second-lowest since February 2013. Construction companies noted that political uncertainty and investor concerns about Brexit had dampened confidence in September. Where a rise in business activity was projected, forthcoming energy and transport projects remained the main areas of optimism. Tim Moore, Associate Director at IHS Markit and author of the IHS Markit/CIPS Construction PMI® said: “UK construction firms experienced softer output growth during September, with house building, commercial and civil engineering all losing momentum. A lack of new work to replace completed projects meant that civil engineering saw an overall decline in activity for the second month running and remained the main laggard. “There were mixed signals in terms of the near-term outlook. New order books strengthened to the greatest extent since December 2016, which indicates that construction workloads remain on an upward trajectory. Rising demand and tight labour market conditions led to robust job creation, with survey respondents commenting on a larger-than usual uptake of apprentices in September. “However, latest data showed that overall confidence about the year-ahead business outlook was among the lowest seen since the start of 2013.Construction companies continued to note that political uncertainty acted a key drag on decisionmaking, with Brexit worries encouraging a wait-and see approach to spending among clients. The main areas reported as likely to see a boost in the coming year were construction work related to large-scale energy and transport projects.”

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New Associate Director brought in at leading Midlands surveyor

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AN EXPERT in residential land planning with experience in the private and public realms has been brought in as Associate Director of leading Midlands property agents Mather Jamie. Richard Pitt, from Wolverhampton, has been taken on in the newly created role to manage several current development schemes in the region, while also identifying and securing new opportunities further afield, as part of the company’s continuing expansion. Richard, 35, said; “With 15 years of residential land planning under my belt, and having been closely involved in projects involving hundreds of new homes in the Midlands, working both for local authorities and private developers, I have a broad understanding and firm grasp of the development process, and of the urgent need for new housing in our region. “Mather Jamie is one of the most renowned chartered surveyors

Interest from new buyers in the East Midlands remains weak in September while twelve-month sales expectations turn negative East Midlands house prices continue to rise as prices in London, South East and East fall Volume of fresh listings continues to fall in both the sales and lettings markets

DEMAND from new buyers in the East Midlands remains weak for the sixth successive month, making the twelvemonth sales indicators turn pessimistic according to the September 2018 RICS UK Residential Market Survey. Respondents to the survey continue to cite the mixture of affordability constraints, a lack of stock, economic uncertainty and interest rate rises to be holding back activity to a certain degree. Associate Director Richard Pitt (left), is welcomed to Mather Jamie’s Head Office in Loughborough by Director Andrew Bamber. in the East Midlands, with an increasing presence in the West Midlands and beyond, and I was struck by the calibre of their retained clients and impressed by the high standard of work they’ve done in securing quality sites of all sizes and in all types of locations.” Andrew Bamber, Director of Mather Jamie, said; “Richard brings with him a formidable working knowledge of the residential land planning process, from the perspective of both developers and local authorities, which gives him valuable insight.” “He has helped deliver major new housing schemes to regions in which our clients are looking to operate, and his professional, experienced and friendly attitude fits in very well with how we like to work. We welcome him to the team, and wish him all the best.”

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Looking at new buyer demand, enquiries slipped again during September, with the net balance falling to -15%. These recent results point to a sustained decline in interest from would-be buyers across the East Midlands. At the same time as demand fell, the number of new properties coming to the market also deteriorated. This is the eighth successive month where this series has pointed to a flat or decline in the number of homes being put up for sale. Unsurprisingly, this leaves average stock levels on estate agents’ books close to record low levels, with limited choice likely one factor hampering demand. The lack of choice for would-be buyers also continues to impact sales volumes, with the newly agreed sales net balance for the East Midlands flat in September. Chris Charlton, FRICS of Savills in Nottingham commented: “It appears the Autumn market has not arrived and concerns are growing for the last quarter.” David Hawke, FRICS of David Hawke & Co in Worksop commented: “General activity has been continually low. Sales have lifted a little but instructions remain sparse.” In comparison, the sales trend is also flat to slightly negative in virtually all parts of the country, apart from Northern Ireland and Wales who were the only areas reported to have seen a rise in sales during September. Looking ahead, over the next twelve months, respondents in the East Midlands don’t expect sales to grow, as the series indicator turns negative. Again, respondents across Northern Ireland remain the most optimistic with regards to the sales outlook, while those in the South East are now the most cautious. East Midlands’ house prices remained more or less unchanged in September, as 33% more respondents reported prices as rising (up from a reading of +22% in August). Elsewhere in the country, respondents in London continue to report the steepest fall in house prices on a regional comparison, whilst the South East and East Anglia deteriorated a little further in September. The West Midlands, Northern Ireland and Scotland however, have continued to see house prices rise firmly. Simon Rubinsohn, RICS Chief Economist, commented: “There are a number of themes running through the comments of respondents this month but uncertainty relating to Brexit negotiations is at the very top of the list followed by references to the confidential remarks made by the Bank of England Governor to the cabinet. All of this is not surprisingly taking its toll on the sales market with the key activity indicator in the survey flat or slightly negative in all parts of the country apart from Northern Ireland and Wales. “That said, the recent announcement from the Prime Minister that the Housing Revenue Account borrowing cap will be abolished is a bold move which over the time could help address some of the very real challenges facing those looking to buy or rent property. There is no silver bullet that will immediately resolve this problem but encouraging new entrants to deliver affordable homes is certainly part of the answer.” In the East Midlands’ lettings market, whilst tenant demand declined (on a non-seasonally adjusted basis) the number of new instructions continues to fail to keep up with demand from renters. The survey’s series for new rental listings has been stuck in negative territory since May 2017. Rental projections for the year ahead point to growth of just over 2%, with this rate anticipated to accelerate, averaging around 3.5% per annum, over the next five years.

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Barratt Developments gives £25K donation that’s right on track BARRATT DEVELOPMENTS has given an academic trust in Coalville a donation of £25,000 towards the development of a new 400m athletics track.

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With its head office being based in Bardon, the national housebuilder reached out to the Apollo Partnership Trust (APT) to see how they could be involved in the development of the state of the art facility. Chief Financial Officer for Barratt Developments, Jessica White, recently visited Newbridge High School on Forest Road to meet staff and pupils and present the cheque. The group with the cheque for £25,000 The money will now go towards the 400m track which will be used by local schools and the local community. APT comprises three academies in North West Leicestershire and is committed to the development and improvement of Newbridge High School, Castle Rock High School and Broom Leys Primary. As well as the development of the track, the trust has been fundraising for the cost to create further parking spaces to cater for the increase in visitors, to include disabled access to the track and for providing new changing facilities. Julia Patrick, the Chief Executive of APT commented: “The opportunities that this facility will bring to the local schools, and the community as a whole, are unlimited. We thank Barratt Developments for their very kind and generous donation which has helped us get closer to reaching our fundraising target.” Jessica White said: “We are delighted to be able to support this project in our local community. This project will provide an athletics track and associated facilities, which will benefit not only local schools but also the community as a whole for years to come.”

Mr Anthony Kearney (c/o Agent: Mrs Varsha Tailor, DT Designs Ltd, 74A Wyvern Avenue, Leicester LE4 7HH) - Change of use from storage/ workshop and 2 flats to 5 flats; flat to pitch roof at front/side; first floor extension at side/rear; construction of rear dormer extension; loft conversion; single & two-storey extension at rear; demolition of rear workshop/storage unit - at 35 Fleetwood Road, Leicester Mr Russ Smith (c/o Agent: Michael Blanksby, Shep Designs Ltd, 8 Coltsfoot Close, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7GB) – Change of use from dwellinghouse and construction of two-storey rear extension to form 5 self-contained care/domiciliary units – at 15 Holmwood Drive, Leicester LE3 9LG. Mr S Singh (c/o Agent: Kurosh Morad, KMC Consultancy, 60 St Annes Drive, Leicester LE2 8HT) – Change of use of two dwellings to form 4 flats and construction of dormer to rear – at 67-69 Bruce Street, Leicester LE3 0AG.

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NEW DETACHED TO COMPLEMENT EXISTING ANCILLARY STONE building SAVILLS areDWELLING offering for sale aANconservation village COTTAGE WITHIN THE GROUNDS plot with planning consent (ref: 14/11466/DPA) for a willow house & cottage, high street, gretton, corby, northamptonshire, nn17 3de substantial new detached dwelling to complement an existing ancillary stone cottage within the grounds.

The property – Willow House & Cottage, High Street, Gretton, Corby, Northants. NN17 3DE – has been granted planning permission for a detached stone-faced house, together with a new highway access, which has been created, and a detached double garage. The double fronted new house will have accommodation over three floors with full width ground floor dining kitchen and sitting rooms and four generous first and second floor bedrooms, served by two en suites and a family bathroom. Positioned within a mature garden plot, an existing stone two bedroom cottage in the south east corner of the garden is perfect for ancillary use, letting or business purposes. The Guide Price is £450,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Savills on 01780 484696 or email: Stamford@savills.com

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Mr Adam Haji Adam (c/o Agent: Sajjad Ibrahim, SI Designs, 65 Greenacres Drive, Leicester LE5 6TE) – Change of use of factory/ workshop/storage units and construction of replacement single storey front extension and first floor side extension to form 2 flats – at Workshop to rear of 52 Oakley Road, Leicester. Taqwa Housing Ltd (c/o Agent: Kurosh Morad, KMC Consultancy, 60 St Annes Drive, Leicester LE2 8HT) – Demolition of building and construction of three-storey building comprising 2 ground floor retail units and 2 residential units for house in multiple occupation – at 92 Evington Road, Leicester Nizam Bata (c/o Agent: Luk Holloway, Studio 31 Architecture, 35 Upperton Road, Leicester LE3 0BH) – Change of use from factory to day centre for adults with learning disabilities – at 24 Overton Road, Leicester. Mrs Urvashi Radia (c/o Agent: M A Mamodo Rafic, 69 Scraptoft Lane, Leicester LE5 2FE) – Change of use from house to 4 flats plus single storey and first floor extension to side, second floor extension to rear and dormer to side and rear – at 438 London Road, Leicester. Mr Veja (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, 1B Salisbury Road, Upper New Walk, Leicester LE1 7QR) – Demolition of existing buildings, construction of 2 semidetached dwellings with parking and landscaping – at Housing Depot, 47a Stornaway Road, Leicester. Mr Jagdish Ghelani (c/o Agent: Graham Newsome, Architects Network Ltd, 15 Countess Road, London NW5 2NS) – Demolition of existing restaurant and construction of one to five storey building to provide a hotel with ancillary shop, restaurant/banqueting hall/ ceremony room – at Indigo Restaurant, 432 Melton Road, Leicester LE4 7SN. Premier Developments Ltd (c/o Agent: Keshiv Sudera, Design Studio Architects Ltd, 1B Salisbury Road, Leicester LE1 7QR) – Prior notification for change of use from office to residential – at Second Floor, 7 Upper King Street, Leicester.

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Starts in the three months to September were 10% up on a year ago and 12% higher than during the preceding three months. Residential starts were 11% higher than a year ago, supported by a rise in private housing project starts. Non-residential project starts were 13% higher than a year ago with increases in industrial, offices, retail and health starts more than offsetting weakness in other sectors. Civil engineering was 2% lower than a year ago.

THE VALUE OF WORK starting on site in the three months to September was 10% higher than a year ago, according to the latest Glenigan Index. On a seasonally adjusted basis, starts rose by 12% against the three months to June. Commenting on this month’s figures, Allan Wilén, Glenigan’s Economics Director, said: “The upturn in the value of underlying projects starting on site during the third quarter is encouraging and follows a subdued first half to 2018. The latest Glenigan Index for September was 10% up on a year ago. The Index reveals a general rise in private residential and non-residential building projects starting on site during the last three months, most notably in private housing, offices, industrial and retail projects. The health sector has also been stronger. “Housebuilders appear to be making up for activity lost to poor weather during the first half of the year. Private residential starts during the three months to September were 17% up on the same period a year ago. On a seasonally adjusted basis starts were 16% up on the three months to June. Social housing starts were 9% down on a year ago, but were 12% ahead of the second quarter on a seasonally adjusted basis. Colchester Road13% up against the second quarter on a “Overall non-residential projects were 11% higher than a120 year ago and LEICESTER + LE5 2DG seasonally adjusted basis. September saw a sharp rise in the value of underlying offices, retail and health projects starting on site. An overall increase in starts in these sectors during the three months to September, together with an increase in industrial starts more than offset weakness elsewhere. 0116 254 1220 l andash.co.uk l 53 London Road, Leicester LE2 0PD

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Stephen George + Partners on the ball with new sports and leisure appointment Hinckley & Bosworth Mr Bill Nunn (c/o Agent: Sheng Shi, CBP Architects, 44 The Ropewalk, Nottingham NG1 5DW) – Erection of 4 semi-detached dwellings with access, parking and landscaping – at land at Orchard House, Weston Drive, Market Bosworth, Leics. Mr Tony Morris (c/o Agent: Mrs Zoe Massey, Hayward Architects Ltd, 19 Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Demolition of one dwelling and erection of 6 dwellings with associated private access road and private amenity space – at Westbury, Kirkby Road, Barwell, Leics. LE9 8FT. Mrs C Davis (c/o Agent: Housemartin Designs, The Carthouse, Charnells Court, Upperfields Farm, Main Street, Swepstone, Leics. LE67 2SG) – Erection of 3 detached self-build/ custom-build dwellings – at land off Veros Lane, Nailstone, Leics.

STEPHEN GEORGE + Partners, one of the UK’s leading architectural practices, has appointed Umesh Mistry, focusing on client relationship and project management, particularly in the sports and leisure sector. Umesh has over 30 years of experience in the architectural profession and has developed his career at various companies, including GT3 Architects, Benoy Ltd and S&P Umesh Mistry, Architects. Stephen George + Partners LLP With a prominent track record in design, development and delivery of a range of projects, both in the UK and overseas, Umesh’s primary role is working alongside Managing Partner James Nicholls, who said “Umesh’s client communication and project management skills are already proving invaluable. He works closely with clients through the pre-delivery stage and beyond. We plan to use his undeniable experience with sports and leisure projects to expand SGP’s portfolio in the sector.” Umesh said: “I’m looking forward to bringing my extensive experience in the sports and leisure sector to SGP, to spearhead a new focus and develop new clients in the sector. “SGP attracted me because of the diversity in the size and scope of their projects as well as their collaborative working ethos. I’m excited at the prospects and hope to be able to mentor some of the fabulous young professionals we have in the practice.”

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The package of measures unveiled by the Small Business Minister Kelly Tolhurst will also reduce the hidden, human cost of delayed payment. According to research commissioned by the Prompt Payment Directory, 48% of the 400 construction companies polled reported depression, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts and anxiety as a result of late payments. Late payment also affects a company’s ability to reliably predict cash flow, invest in training or even pay staff and bills. The Government is pulling together strands that have existed for a while, but is now backing them with enforcement. The small business commissioner will join the board of the Prompt Payment Code and measures will be put in place to remove signatories Small Business Minister from the code’s list. This will help avoid the farce of Carillion and other Kelly Tolhurst similar companies being on the list despite their payment terms of 120 days being well beyond what could be considered reasonable. The Government will aim to pay 90% of undisputed invoices within five days. Central and local government are not always prompt payers, often paying outside the terms of legislation. Having the Government lead by example will help change the culture. There are also proposals that include consideration of how company boards can implement responsible payment practices and the promotion of accounting tools to help businesses manage payment processes. While the Government has also highlighted its Mystery Shopper service that allows companies to report poor practice, it does not acknowledge the imbalance in the relationship between companies and their suppliers. Often the supplier carries much of the risk of the project in addition to being paid late. Suppliers in this position often do not report late payment because they do not want to jeopardise future work. Neil Walters, national chair of the National Federation of Builders, said: “Payments move from one business to another, but we should never forget the human cost of paying late. Enforcement is the key to making these government proposals work so that construction will no longer be the sector with the highest rate of insolvencies and all small businesses can stay open for business.” 01530 353170

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Stepnell Celebrates Hat Trick Of Student Accommodation Projects For Zone Developments EAST MIDLANDS construction specialist Stepnell – based locally in Beeston, Nottingham – is celebrating securing its third student accommodation project for leading student residence developer Zone Developments.

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The company has just begun work on a multi-million pound designand-build scheme which will create 91 ultra-modern student apartments at De Montfort Mews in the centre of Leicester, within walking distance of the De Montfort University and University of Leicester campuses. The development is scheduled to be finished in September 2019. Artist’s impression of the new development at De Montfort Mews. The latest scheme follows Stepnell’s completion of high-end student accommodation developments for repeat client Zone at 8-10 West Walk and Princess Road East which together have created 195 student apartments for Leicester. All three projects have been designed by Hinckley-based MAS Architecture. Stepnell’s latest scheme for Zone involves the redevelopment of a site previously occupied by empty office buildings between De Montfort Street and Nelson Street. In their place, Stepnell is building a modern 2,900 sq m four-storey building housing 91 studio apartments as well as communal facilities including a gym, cinema room, study pods and a reception area. The construction team will also create new parking, cycle storage and a communal garden area. The contract was secured by Stepnell through a negotiated process following the success of its two previous student accommodation projects for Zone. Zone director Neil Thakkar says: “This project is set to deliver exciting, contemporary student accommodation in an excellent location. Having collaborated so successfully with the company on our previous projects, we have absolute confidence in Stepnell and are delighted to be working with them once again. “We know we can rely on the Stepnell team to deliver for us. They are dedicated to getting every detail exactly right and consistently impress with their willingness to go ‘the extra mile’ to achieve the highest quality standards.” Stepnell regional director Tom Sewell says: “We are thrilled to be embarking on our third project with Zone and with MAS Architecture, continuing a partnership which has helped create some of Leicester’s most sought-after student accommodation. “This latest scheme is a fantastic addition to Stepnell’s portfolio of education sector projects, consolidating our position as a market-leading student residential construction specialist. It also emphasises the company’s growing presence in the East Midlands region, thanks to our ability to work collaboratively with major clients and become the construction partner of choice. Having worked with Zone on 8-10 West Walk and Princess Road East, we have an excellent understanding of their needs and vision. Our expert team are delighted to be once again supporting them in the delivery of superb Leema Technologies Limited. contemporary accommodation which fully supports the lifestyle and The Warehouse, 1a Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL expectations of today’s students.”

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Mr Henry Llewellyn (c/o Agent: James Crawley, Evans & Crawley Chartered Surveyors, Bridge House, Water Meadow, Chesham HP5 1LF) – Change of use and extension of the existing stable barn into 2 residential units – at Farm Buildings adjacent to Stapleford Cross, Glebe Road, Stapleford, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 2SD. Mr Paul Truman (c/o Agent: Mark Geraghty, HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – Residential development – at Field OS 2713 2100, Longcliff Hill, Old Dalby, Leics. Crofts Developments Ltd (c/o Agent: David Wood, Marrons Planning, Waterfront House, 35 Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3DQ) – Erection of 61 dwellings with associated access, landscaping, surface water attenuation and infrastructure – at land off Colston Lane, Harby, Leics.

Harborough District Mr David Gardner (c/o: Ashlands, Saxelby Road, wartnaby, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 3AS) – Demolition of 3 buildings and erection of offices – at Hall Farm, Main Street, Loddington, Leics. LE7 9XE. Mr O Tebbs (c/o Agent: Hutchinsons, 15 Castle Gardens, Kimboulton, Huntingdon PE28 0JE) – Outline application for the erection of 18 dwellings (resubmission of 16/01739/OUT) – at land south west of Playing Field, Ashby Road, Ullesthorpe, Leics. Mr Ian Hardwick (c/o Agent: HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – Outline application for the erection of 3 dwellings – at land adjacent to York House, Oakham Road, Halstead, Tilton on the Hill, Leics. Mrs Janet Clarke (c/o Agent: Philip Best, HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – Outline application for the demolition of factory unit and erection of 10 dwellings – at Clarkes of Great Glen Ltd, New Road, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leics. LE8 0LE.

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Only planning reform will fix the housing crisis Mr N Pharoah (c/o Agent: The Drawing Room (Architects) Ltd, 130 Moat Street, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2GE) – Outline application for proposed residential development – at Conway, Claybrooke Road, Ullesthorpe, Leics. LE17 5AD. J W Deacon & Son (c/o Agent: Andrew Twigg & Associates Ltd, Toys Yard, Gold Street, Clipston, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 9RR) – Erection of 2 agricultural buildings – at Top Barn Farm, Rugby Road, South Kilworth, Leics. LE17 6DN.

• The Government should do more to promote best practice and diversify the housing market. • The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) reports that in London, just one in three young adults is able to afford a home, compared to 90% in 1990. • According to the IFS, house prices have jumped 173% since 1997, while adults pay had gone up by just 19%. • London and the south east saw the greatest increase in house price.

POLLY SIMPSON, a research economist at the IFS and a co-author of the research, said: “Many young adults cannot borrow enough to buy a cheap home in their area, let alone an average-priced one.”

Aspects (Earlsdon) Ltd (c/o Agent: George Burton, GB a&e Ltd, Ryton Organic Gardens, Wolston Lane, Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Rugby CV8 3LG) – Erection of 25 dwellings (Reserved matters of 16/00925/ OUT) – at land opposite Leys Crescent, North Road, South Kilworth, Leics. Sheiling Homes (c/o Agent: Paul Harris, Cerda Planning Ltd, Vesey House, 5-7 High Street, Sutton Coldfield B72 1XH) – Erection of 56 dwellings to include means of vehicular access from Lutterworth Road, internal roadways, public open space, and all other ancillary works – at land west of Lutterworth Road, Gilmorton, Leics. Mr M Ross (c/o Agent: Robert O’Callaghan Architects, Ivy House, Church Street, Rugby CV23 0EW) – Erection of 4 detached dwellings and associated parking (Revised scheme of 17/01826/FUL) – at land at Eaglesfield End, Leire, Leics.

Rutland County Mr & Mrs R Ellis (c/o Agent: Graeme King, Ross Thain Architects, 20 Belton Street, Stamford PE9 2EF) – Reserved matters application pursuant to outline permission 2016/0297/OUT to demolish the existing bungalow and erect 2 stone-built two-storey houses – at 5 Church Lane, Edith Weston, Rutland LE15 8EY.

NW Leics. District Mr S Hall (c/o Agent: S Raju, R3Design Developments Ltd, The Glasshouse, 9 Hallam Close, Littlethorpe, Leics. LE19 2LA) – Proposed extensions and alterations to existing dwelling to allow its subdivision to form 3 residential dwellings with associated off-street parking – at 191 Loughborough Road, Whitwick, Coalville, Leics. LE67 5AS.

Shadow Housing Secretary John Healey said: “This report adds to the mounting evidence of a housing crisis that Tory Ministers are failing to fix.” The IFS argues that easing planning restrictions would increase home ownership and reduce both property prices and rents. The National Federation of Builders (NFB) wholeheartedly agrees that easing planning restrictions would increase home ownership and considers the benefits of reformed planning to be instant. Planning remains the greatest growth barrier for small and medium-sized (SME) house builders and its impacts are felt across the entire housing supply chain, from housing associations and community land trusts to self-builders and constructors. However, it is important to remember that the Government sets national planning policy. Local authorities have the duty to allocate sites for housing as well as interpreting what a successful planning process looks like. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the NFB, said: “When local authorities fail to deliver a robust local plan, too few homes are built and build costs spiral. Consequently, house prices, particularly in London and the south east, remain unaffordable. “The Government should do more to promote best practice and diversify the housing market. It signalled its ambition to diversify the market by lifting the housing revenue account cap, but much more work is needed to make sure that planning supports a competitive market and operates a more level playing field.”

Farmhouse in need of modernisation, plus range of outbuildings and farmland SHOULER & SON and BERRYS Estate Agents are jointly offering for sale a large farmhouse in need of modernisation and a range of traditional buildings with potential for conversion, further modern agricultural buildings plus approximately 113 acres of mixed farmland on the Leicestershire/ Nottinghamshire border. The property – Langar Lodge, Harby Road, Langar NG13 9HQ – is being offered for sale by Private Treaty as one lot. The Guide Price is £1.25 million. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact either of the joint sole agents: Shouler & Son on 01664 560181 (email: agricultural@ shoulers.co.uk) or Berrys on 01536 532376 (email: kettering@ berrys.uk.com).

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More than 28 acres of city land transformed into affordable homes Mr J Hambleton (c/o Agent: Haydn Watkins, Woore Watkins Ltd, 61 Friar Gate, Derby DE1 1DJ) – Demolition of 17 West End and erection of 4 dwellings and associated works – at 17 West End, Long Whatton, Loughborough, Leics. LE12 5DW. Mrs Manpreet Kaur (c/o Agent: Ravi Panesar, R P Design Ltd, 33 Launde Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4HH) – Extension and alterations to existing building to provide 10 selfcontained flats at first and second floor level – at 30 High Street, Coalville, Leics. LE67 3ED.

Oadby & Wigston Mr C Long (c/o Agent: S Cretney, Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Change of use from snooker hall to 13 residential units, partial demolition to create car park and associated works – at 2 Central Avenue & 14 Long Street, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2AA. Mr Mander (c/o Agent: R Patel, Leicester Architectural Designs Ltd, 197 Glen Road, Oadby, Leics. LE2 4RJ) - Proposed change of use of the building to 2 self-contained flats – at 26 Station Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2DH.

Blaby District Mr Nigel Smith (c/o: The Old Barn, Oakleys Farm, The Square, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8DQ) – Demolition of dwelling and erection of 2 chalet bungalows with raised patios to rear (Revised scheme) – at 42 Sports Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8AH.

MORE than 28 acres (11 hectares) of unused land in the city has been transformed into nearly 300 new-build affordable homes. The homes have been created thanks to a council policy and Government rules that allow the transfer of land for a nominal fee of £1, in return for a housing association and developer building social housing on the site and giving the council the right to nominate people from its housing register to live in the rented properties. The resulting homes are managed by a housing association. A few of the homes have been sold under the Newbuild Homebuy shared ownership scheme, which allows people to buy a share in their home and then pay rent on the rest. The cost to build these homes is estimated at £102,000 per property, which means if Leicester City Council had built these homes itself, it would have cost the council an estimated £29million. And a deal which has just been signed by the city mayor will see up to 54 further new homes built on a former schools’ site in Eyres Monsell, with land also made available in another part of the city for a potential free school. City mayor Peter Soulsby said: “These transfers of our land at a nominal fee have been an excellent way of adding to our city’s affordable housing stock. With around 6,000 people on our housing register, these homes are very much needed, and help to ensure a decent place to live for some of our most vulnerable citizens. “They have been built on council land that is no longer needed for other purposes, so it’s a tremendously effective way of bringing land back into use, bringing investment into the city

and ensuring we get homes built that would have cost us £29million to build ourselves. “This is just one of the methods we have been using to ensure more affordable housing is built in Leicester. We have also sold land for market value – for example, at St Mary’s allotments, where the developer and their housing association partner are building 70 per cent of the 87 new homes on the site as affordable housing – far in excess of the 20 per cent planning rules say they must build. “We have also just announced that we will also be building council houses ourselves again, launching our own housing company, Housing Leicester Limited. It will start building new council homes across the city from spring 2019.” Government rules mean land can only be transferred for under its market value when there is a clear community benefit to doing so. Often, the buyer has to meet

other local criteria too, such as guaranteeing to build on the land by a certain date. Developments that have been built in Leicester under this £1 asset transfer scheme include 58 homes at Manor Farm, in Humberstone, where accommodation includes 21 supported housing units for older people, plus some wheelchairaccessible properties. And at Heathcott Road, close to Saffron Lane, 68 homes have been built to Passivhaus standards, meaning they are low-energy and built to extremely high environmental standards. The site is next to a permaculture farm and allotments, which provide education on food growing, cooking and healthy eating. The development is one of Europe’s largest Passivhaus affordable housing schemes, winner of two regional industry awards and was the national Shift Awards winner of the Best New Build Project category in 2017.

Development opportunity on edge of Lubenham village SAVILLS are offering for sale a development opportunity with full planning (ref: 17/01307/ FUL) for a substantial contemporary house and equestrian facilities, within 11.6 acres of land. The property – Pick’s Pasture, Foxton Road, Lubenham, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 9TB – is being offered for sale at an asking price of £800,000. The proposed 7,400 sq.ft. accommodation will comprise: a vaulted entrance dining hall, family living kitchen, sitting room, utility, boot room, store, principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite, four further ensuite bedrooms, internal swimming pool, double garage, 10 stables and a barn. For more information, contact Savills on 01780 484696 or email: Stamford@savills.com A DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH FULL PLANNING FOR A SUBSTANTIAL CONTEMPORARY HOUSE AND EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES, WITHIN 11.6 ACRES OF LAND ON THE EDGE OF LUBENHAM VILLAGE pick’s pasture, foxton road, lubenham, market harborough, leicestershire, le16 9tb

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Site for 9 dwellings in Osgathorpe

New sales manager appointed at housebuilder’s Midlands division BLOOR HOMES Midlands has appointed a new Sales Manager to join its expanding team.

HOWKINS & HARRISON are offering for sale a development site with outline planning consent Land at Main Street, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire, LE12 9TA (ref: 16/00043/OUT) for 9 Guide Price £675,000 dwellings.

The property is situated on Main Street and comprises of a 1.45 acre site as shown edged red on the cover plan. The site has recently been granted Outline Planning Permission for 9 dwellings. The property would suit a developer wishing to build high quality houses in a well connected sought after rural location.

The site – at Main Street, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire, LE12 9TA – extends to approximately 1.45 acres. The land is currently in an arable rotation with a mature hedgerow to the roadside and mature trees and hedge to the south east and north west boundaries. The south west boundary will require fencing, this is to be the responsibility of the purchaser. Guide Price: £675,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Anna Meynell at Howkins & Harrison on 01530 877977 or email: ashby@ howkinsandharrison.co.uk

Georgina Neil is looking forward to making her mark with the privately-owned housebuilder after making what she describes as the “perfect move” for her career. She joins the company from Bovis Homes, where in nine and a half years she worked her way up from sales advisor to Area Sales Director for the West Midlands. Based at Bloor Homes’ Midlands regional office Georgina (right) is welcomed in Tamworth, Georgina will be to the team by Regional Sales responsible for the developer’s Director Michele Rose growing number of sites in Warwickshire, the West Midlands, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. She said: “Bloor Homes has a fantastic reputation within the industry for the quality of its product so I’m delighted to be joining them. The fact the company is family owned was also a major attraction and I firmly believe this is the right move for me. “I just love the new homes industry and with the region looking to expand quite quickly I hope to use my experience with a high volume housebuilder to help the business exceed its targets. Michele Rose, Regional Sales Director at Bloor Homes Midlands, said: “Georgina has a wealth of experience and an impressive track record of building successful teams so we are thrilled she has joined us.”

Charnwood Borough Mr Thorley – Erection of 5 houses – at Saley Close, Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9FL. Mrs Louise Ward – Demolition of school and erection of 16 dwellings with formation of new access – at Former Rothley Church of England Primary School, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley, Leicester LE7 7PS. Mr James Garner (c/o Agent: Paul Cleaver Architect) Demolition of existing dwelling and replacement with 2 detached dwellings accessed from Syston Road – at 1535 Melton Road, Queniborough, Leics. LE7 3FP. Russo & France (c/o Agent: Mark Architecture Ltd) – Conversion, alteration & extension of the rear barn to form 2 residential units, with alterations to bin and cycle store area – at 14 Forest Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 3NP.

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Builders’ Problems SOLVED

Can I sell goods that do not belong to me? Problem:

My company had a contract with a main contractor, which I terminated myself because the main contractor did not pay the company on time. Since termination, the main contractor continues to refuse to make any payment. Prior to termination, the main contractor made a delivery of goods to my company’s yard, and I would like to sell those supplies to off-set the monies not paid. Can I do this?

Response:

My first concern would be how you went about terminating your company’s employment under the contract / brought the contract to an end. Because termination is such a major step, it is paramount that you have terminated correctly otherwise the company has wrongly repudiated the contract, the result of which will place the company at serious risk of being pursued for damages for breach of contract. I have not seen what terms and conditions you have signed up to, but it is unusual for a contract to include a term that allows the sub-contractor to terminate simply because a payment is late. There will be either a written term of the sub-contract that allows the company to suspend performance of its obligations should payment not be received by the date set under the contract or alternatively, such a term will be implied by virtue of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009), but the company only has a right to suspend work, not to terminate. Even if the company had a right under the contract to terminate if payment was not received, it does not have a right to sell or use the goods that are stored in its yard – clearly these goods do not belong to the company. You may have lien over the goods, but that would be the extent of any claim. I would strongly recommend that you seek the services of a suitably experienced solicitor, whose first task will be to look at your company’s contract with the main contractor, and then the issue of termination, in order to see if the company is in repudiatory breach of contract. © Michael Gerard 2018 The advice provided is intended to be of a general guide only and should not be viewed as providing a definitive legal analysis.

Site for 175 dwellings in Ruddington

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Interested parties are invited to review the agreement in full as all obligations under the S106 are to be the responsibility of the Purchaser upon legal completion and the Purchasers is to indemnify the Seller against any future costs of liabilities.

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The approved development scheme is subject to a requirement of 30% on-site affordable housing which should comprise of 10 Social Rent Units, 21 Affordable Rent Units and 22 Intermediate Housing Units.

has been negotiated and is available from the agents upon request. For sale BY INFORMAL TENDER with a preference for unconditional offers. Purchasers are invited to submit offers in writing by 12 noon on Friday 30th November 2018. For more information, contact Adam Murray at Andrew Granger & Co on 01858 439090 or email: adam.murray@andrewgranger.co.uk

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New law on houses in multiple occupation

Tenders invited for 4 barns in Lincolnshire Wolds

LEICESTER City Council is reminding landlords and tenants that a new law is now in place regarding shared houses. New Government regulations governing the licensing of houses in multiple occupations (HMOs) came into force on 1 October 2018 and introduced new legal requirements for landlords and heavier penalties for failing to meet them. An HMO is a property that is rented and occupied by more five or more people from more than one family or household and where facilities, such as a bathroom or kitchen, are shared. Previously landlords only required a licence if the property was three-storeys or more. Under the new legislation, this has been extended to smaller properties. This means that landlords now need to apply for a licence for any HMO irrespective of its size. The new legislation also requires that bedrooms in licensed HMOs are a minimum size and have a maximum number of occupants to prevent overcrowding. Landlords will be given up to 18 months to comply with the new space standards. The new legislation also requires landlords to ensure that HMOs have adequate waste disposal and storage facilities pending collection by the local authority. The council’s private sector housing team will be responsible for carrying out inspections of HMOs, to ensure standards are being met. Any landlord found failing to comply with the new rules could face a fine of up to £30,000. Cllr Andy Connelly, assistant city mayor with responsibility for housing, said: “We welcome this new law. It will help us tackle rogue landlords and deal more effectively with issues like overcrowding and safety in houses in multiple occupation. “I am sure the stiffer penalties will also be welcomed by the vast majority of private landlords in the city who work hard to provide safe and decent properties for their tenants.” To find out more about the new licensing requirements for houses in multiple occupation visit www.leicester.gov.uk/housing/renting-privatehousing

SAVILLS are offering for sale BY INFORMAL TENDER a series of dilapidated barns with planning permission (West Lindsey planning ref: 137378) for conversion to form 4 new dwellings. The property – at Rasen Road, Walesby, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire LN8 3UW - is being offered for sale BY INFORMAL TENDER with a closing date of 16th November 2018. Offers in excess of £250,000 are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Roo Fisher at Savills on 01522 508 908.

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East Midlands has had 19,743 property purchases with Help to Buy equity loan since 2013 •

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Over 169,102 completed Help to Buy equity loan purchases have been made since 2013. 6,548 property transactions have been made by first time buyers. Leicestershire has had the most completed Help to Buy property purchases (5,177). Rutland revealed to have had the least property sales from Help to Buy equity loan in the East Midlands (255).

ACCORDING to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Authority over 169,102 properties were brought with an equity loan since the launch of the governments Help to Buy scheme in 2013. Whilst the value of these properties sold are estimated to be worth an enormous £42.23 billion. A whopping 81% of total purchases have been made by first-time buyers, and although it has been announced that the scheme is set to run until 2021, it has been under scrutiny with claims it is enabling people who can afford to buy without the equity loan to climb onto the property ladder with just a 5% deposit; thus driving up property prices as a result. Homelessness charity Shelter analysed the increased amount of mortgage lending in correlation to the scheme and concluded Help to Buy has increased the average home price by £8,250. As a result, housing experts at Fasthomes.org collated data from ‘Help to Buy (Equity Loan scheme) and Help to Buy: NewBuy statistics: Data to 31 March 2018, England’ by The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Authority to determine which areas of England have had the most and least completed Help to Buy equity loan property purchases.

Go-Karting Centre comes to Leicester TTG Inns (c/o Agent: David Granger Design Ltd) – Change of use of existing public house to 3 flats – at Garendon Social Club, Thorpe Hill, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 4SQ.

TEAMSPORT, have signed a new lease on 46,000sq.ft of space at New Star Road in Leicester and will provide a multi-level go-kart track. The track will be open to the public from November this year. TeamSport are the largest UK indoor go-karting centres with sites across the country from Brighton to Newcastle. The Leicester track will be the companies 30th circuit within the UK with a 500-meter multilevel track costing £1.1 million. The track will use 200 cc petrol engine cars with speeds of up to 40 mph. Reg Pollock of APB said: “There is currently still a shortage of available industrial property within Leicester. With the nature of the building and good car parking levels it has we understood that the key to marketing the building was to put it to a variety of different occupiers. We entered in to early discussions with TeamSport, who identified the site as ideal for their go-kart offering. Working closely with both TeamSport and the Landlord, we applied for a change of use which was successful. The Landlord carried out extensive refurbishments works to the building with removal of an internal concrete mezzanine to allow TeamSport to install their multi-level track. We are please to see an alternative use coming to the city bringing jobs and new leisure offering.” Richard Lucas of Richard Lucas Property Consultants, TeamSport’s agent, added: “We have been keen to secure a site in Leicester, an important city for my clients, and have been pleased to work with Charles Street Buildings Group and APB in the delivery of this highly suitable and well-located opportunity.” Joseph Murphy of Charles Street Building said: “We are pleased to welcome TeamSport as a Tenant. We have already worked closely with them on the planning and refurbishment works to deliver them a building fit for purpose into the future and wish them the utmost success on their occupation”.

Mr Stephen Pedrick-Moyle (c/o Agent: Stephen George & Partners) – Detailed application for proposed commercial buildings for storage and distribution purposes/Trade Counter purposes – at Clarence Street, Loughborough, Leics. Mr Deepak Rajput (c/o Agent: Astill Planning Consultants Ltd) – Erection of 2 detached dwellings with repositioned access, associated parking and garden areas (Revised scheme P/16/0949/2 refers) – at 21 Cossington Lane, Rothley, Leics. LE7 7NA. Mr Peter Watt (c/o Agent: Clancy Consulting Ltd) – Construction of a switch room – at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 5RG. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Pegasus Planning Group) – Construction of 3 units with employment use (Use Class B1c, B2 & B8) with associated parking, servicing and landscaping – at Rothley Lodge, Loughborough Road, Rothley, Leics. Mr Rob Grant (c/o Agent: A+G Architects Ltd) Erection of a sports hall, changing rooms, classroom, offices and plant room. Refurbishment of existing sports hall to form dance studio and gym. Reconfiguration of part of existing car park to provide additional spaces – at Loughborough Endowed Schools, Sports Hall, Burton Walks, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 2DU.

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2018 fbe East Midlands Award winners Mr Chris Pittock – Redevelopment to provide student accommodation ranging from 3-11 storeys in a range of purpose built accommodation and approximately 1,702 sq. m. of associated reception area, and flexible commercial space in use classes A1, B1, and D1, (retail, offices, communal areas, community space), together with public realm, landscaping, roof terraces and football pitch with associated green roofs, plant rooms, cycle storage, with servicing, refuse and recycling areas and car parking spaces with new vehicular access from Aumberry Gap following demolition of existing buildings and associated works – at land to the west of Aumberry Gap, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 1BG.

Rushcliffe Borough Mr Harry Warren (c/o Agent: Dino Labbate, Swish Architecture Ltd, 37 Gordon Road, West bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5LQ) – First floor extension over existing outbuilding to create 2 flats, with associated parking and external alterations – at Number 35 to 37, Easthorpe Street, Ruddington, Notts. NG11 6LB. Mr & Mrs Martin & Linda Oglesby (c/o Agent: Nathan Conway, Savills, 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2AA) – Outline application for the development of 55 residential dwellings – at land at Grooms Cottage, Shelford Road, Radcliffe on Trent, Notts. NG12 1BA. Mr Harry Warren (c/o Agent: Dino Labbate, Swish Architecture Ltd, 37 Gordon Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5LQ) – Demolition of existing buildings and construction of 2 new dwellings with associated parking and landscaping – at land rear of 35-37 Easthorpe Street, Ruddington, Notts. Gladman Developments Ltd (c/o: Gladman House, Alexandria Way, Congleton CW12 1LB) – Outline planning application for the erection of up to 75 dwellings with public open space, children’s play areas, landscaping and sustainable drainage systems – at land east of New Lane, Abbey Lane, Aslockton, Notts. Mr Bill Nunn (c/o Agent: Sheng Shi, CBP Architects Ltd, 44 The Ropewalk, Nottingham NG1 5DW) – Demolish existing bungalow and erect 4 semi-detached dwellings – at Whitegates, 9 Thelda Avenue, Keyworth, Notts. NG12 5HU.

Demand for Davidsons Homes brings new sites across Leicestershire A LEICESTERSHIREBASED housebuilder is expanding its operations by opening a further three new developments across the county.

WINNERS: Mark Maisey, A PROJECT to breathe Woodhead Group, Paul Williams, new life into almost 200 from sponsor Mitsubishi Electric, 19th Century Grade II Sue Hunter, Jenna Frudd & Craig listed properties and Pygall, Woodhead Group. encourage community engagement in the area has been crowned the winner at the fbe East Midlands Awards 2018. New Bolsover Model Village in Derbyshire was named East Midlands Scheme of the Year at the awards ceremony, sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric and staged at the Albert Hall in Nottingham. The project – nominated by contractor Robert Woodhead Ltd – had earlier taken the top slot in the Regeneration Award category, with the judges saying: “This project quite frankly blew the judges away. This visionary regeneration project for one of the most socially deprived areas of the UK is an exemplar project. “The aspirations to give the area a new beginning and tackle its problems to create a thriving community were well and truly met. Community groups have been formed from heritage to allotments groups. The refurbishment programme to 194 Grade II listed properties with complete modernisation and significant energy efficiency improvements have excelled in their delivery. This development has truly changed lives.” Other members of the team who undertook the work for Bolsover District Council included architects Halsall Lloyd Partnership and structural engineer BSP Consulting. The winner of the Non-Residential Award, sponsored by The Survey Hub, was the High G Training and Test Facility at RAF College Cranwell, Sleaford, in Lincolnshire, nominated by Galliford Try Building East Midlands. Other members of the team who completed the project for the Royal Air Force for client Thales UK Ltd included architect Fairhursts Design Group, structural engineer White Young Green, M&E consultants Bianco Sale Ltd, M&E contractor Integral, AMST (centrifuge designer and manufacturer), GE Sharpe & Co (Employer’s Agent) and Reed Holland Associates (client advisor). The winner of the Residential Award, sponsored by Faithful + Gould, was Knights Close, Billesdon, Leicestershire – an affordable housing scheme built for Seven Locks Housing by Geda Construction. Designed by Pelham Architects, with BSP Consulting the structural engineer, the scheme involved the demolition of vacant and unsightly bed-sit flats previously occupied by elderly people and the construction of 18 mixeddwelling units to revive the area and enable local residents to remain in their community. The winner of the Rising Star Award, sponsored by Duncan & Toplis, was Dannielle Baguley, apprentice resident liaison officer in the regeneration team at J Tomlinson Ltd, who delivers support to residents of Ashfield District Council while they have improvement work undertaken on their properties. At the same time, she is studying for an NVQ in customer service. Commendations were awarded to the two other finalists in this category - Shivam (Shiv) Radia from Edward Cooper Young and Mohammed Moosa from YMD Boon. Around 140 guests attended the fbe East Midlands Awards, which celebrated some of the best schemes from Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, along with the brightest young professionals in the sector. During the evening, they raised £1,400 for Maggie’s Nottingham, which offers professional support for those with cancer and their loved ones. This was generously match funded by The Woodhead Group, whose scheme took the East Midlands Scheme of the Year and the Regeneration Award, taking the total to £2,800.

With demand for new homes going from strength to strength, Davidsons Homes, based in Ibstock, is preparing to launch its latest sites – Bradgate Chase in Anstey, Spires View in Blackfordby (pictured in CGI form above) and Ashlington Fields in Houghton on the Hill – bringing the total number of its developments in Leicestershire to ten. Stephanie King, Sales Director at Davidsons Homes said: “We’re delighted to be opening three new sites in Leicestershire to meet the need for new homes in the area. “At Davidsons Homes we pride ourselves on offering a range of homes to suit all needs, from two-bedroom starter homes, all the way through to five-bedroom family homes. “And with our classic Georgian and Victorian-inspired properties being so visually appealing, along with their carefully considered layouts for modern life and stunning build quality, it’s no wonder that they’re so popular. “With these new developments, as always, we have taken time to ensure that the development fits seamlessly to the local area and that the quality and design of the properties is right.” As well as the upcoming developments in Houghton on the Hill, Anstey and Blackfordby, Davidsons Homes also currently has a range of homes available at the following Leicestershire locations: •

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Sponsor for new primary school announced AN ACADEMY sponsor has been selected to run a new primary school being built in New Lubbesthorpe. The Owls (Oadby, Wigston and Leicestershire Schools) Academy Trust has been approved as sponsor by the Secretary of State for Education. The new 420 pupil school is being built to provide school places arising from the building of 4,250 new homes in New Lubbesthorpe, on land between Leicester Forest East and Enderby. Two more schools, another primary and a secondary, will be built in future years as the development takes shape. Ivan Ould, cabinet member for children and families, said: “We are delighted that the OWLS Academy Trust will be sponsoring the school. “We considered a number of things when recommending a sponsor including a desire to drive up performance and standards of excellence, help build a strong community and provide an inclusive learning environment. “OWLS Academy Trust already runs five primary schools in the county. It has a great track record in supporting and raising standards in schools in Leicestershire, and we are confident it will continue to do so in New Lubbesthorpe.” The £7m state-of-the-art school is being built on Tay Road and is due to open in September 2019. It is being directly funded by the landowners, the Drummond Estate, as part of section 106 planning obligations arising from the new housing development. The Drummond Estate obtained planning permission for the school from Blaby District Council earlier this year. The school will be transferred to county council ownership on completion and will be leased to the academy sponsor.

Mr Vince Fakey (c/o Agent: Dino Labbate, Swish Architecture Ltd, 37 Gordon Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5LQ) – Conversion of and extensions to hotel building to create 9 apartments with 2 balconies to side and rear – at 24-26 Radcliffe Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5FW.

Corby Borough Miss Daisy Just (c/o: Davidson House, Meridian Business Park, Meridian East, Leicester LE19 1WZ) – Approval of reserved matters application of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for 361 dwellings of outline planning permission 16/00105/RVC – at land at Weldon Park, Oundle Road, Weldon, Northants. Mr M Boyle (c/o Agent: David Shaw, 5 Port Lane, Castor, Peterborough PE5 7AP) – Demolition of existing building. Determination on access for development of up to 160 dwellings, a shop, access roads, car parking, renewable energy area and landscaping (Outline application) - at Gate 1, Corus Tubes, Weldon Road, Corby, Northants.

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Properties with potential are popular in SDL Auctions Graham Penny’s latest Leicester auction PROPERTIES ready to be renovated from top to bottom proved popular once again at SDL Auctions Graham Penny’s Leicester auction at the King Power Stadium.

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Andrew Parker, managing director and auctioneer at SDL Auctions Graham Penny, said: “Properties needing total or partial refurbishment were the star lots in our auction.” A three bedroomed semi-detached house with scope for extension at 21 Ludlow Close in Oadby, requiring general modernisation throughout, sold for £211,000. It had a *guide price of £150,000+. A detached cottage in a beautiful village location also caught the eye of bidders. 3 Main Street in Wakerley, Oakham, requires refurbishment to make a wonderful family home. It sold for £220,000 and was offered with a guide price of £200,000+.

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A barn and stables next to The Bungalow, Little Church Lane, Sileby, attracted attention for the potential offered and sold for £86,000. This lot had a guide price of £55,000+. A potential development site involving a three bedroomed semi-detached property at 10 Loves Lane at Empingham, Oakham was offered as a partly renovated project and the plot overlooks open fields in a highly desirable village location. It sold for £160,000, achieving its guide price. Andrew added: “It depends whether your glass is half full or half empty when you look at a renovation project, but clearly our buyers see opportunities where others see work that needs doing as they helped us raise more than £2.4m for our vendors. “The satisfaction as well as the potential profit involved in bringing properties such as these back into use is clearly something that many buyers relish.” The SDL Auctions Graham Penny Leicester team is now compiling the catalogue for the city’s next auction at the King Power Stadium on Thursday 29 November. Property owners looking to sell can request a free auction appraisal by calling 0116 254 9654.

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Plans approved for a new mental health inpatient unit in Leicester for young people Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Mr S Smith (c/o Agent: WCC, Shire Hall, Market Place, Warwick CV34 4RL) – Demolition of single storey structure and replacement with new single storey modular teaching unit – at Exhall Grange School Science College, Easter Way, Exhall, Coventry. Mr Godfrey (c/o: r/o 25-29 Newtown Road, Bedworth, Warks. CV12 8QD) – Erection of 2 selfcontained flats – at Site 94C007, rear of 25-29 Newtown Road, Bedworth, Warks. GPH Limited (c/o Agent: Hayward Architects Ltd, 19 Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Erection of 5 houses and 6 apartments (existing factory to be demolished) – at P & C Coils Ltd, Anker Street, Nuneaton, Warks. CV11 4JL. Jade Homes Properties (c/o Agent: Hayward Architects Ltd, 19 Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Erection of up to 11 apartments in a three-storey building with living space in the roof – at Site 61b002, Bull Ring, Nuneaton, Warks. Mr S Chaudry (c/o Agent: Hayward Architects Ltd, 19 Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW) – Erection of 8 dwellings and conversion of existing office to one dwelling including a single storey side extension to form garage – at Site 50a017, Merevale Avenue, Nuneaton, Warks.

Rugby Borough Council Mrs Kathleen Smith (c/o Agent: HB Architects, The Old Telephone Exchange, Albert Street, Rugby, Warks. CV21 2SA) – Outline planning application for the demolition of barns and erection of 5 terraced cottages – at Shilton House Farm, 15 Church Road, Shilton, Coventry CV7 9HX. KB Benfield Group Holdings Ltd (c/o: Camelot, Church Road, Gaydon CV35 0EZ) – Application for reserved matters for the erection of 14 dwellings relating to planning permission R14/2338 – at land adjacent to 15 Parkfield Road, Newbold on Avon, Rugby CV21 1EW.

LEICESTERSHIRE PARTNERSHIP NHS Trust (LPT)’s Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) was delighted to learn in July 2017 that it had successfully secured £8m funding through Better Care Together to build a new 15bed inpatient facility on the Glenfield Hospital site. The business case for the new facility as been approved by the Trust’s board, and construction will commence towards the end of the year, subject to final approval from NHS England and NHS Improvement, with a view to opening in March/April 2020. The current inpatient unit has been temporarily based at Coalville Hospital since 2015. The state-of-the-art, purposebuilt design will provide a safe, welcoming and positive environment for young people needing inpatient care and for their families. The Glenfield site was identified in the original public engagement in 2014 as the preferred option for the location of a permanent inpatient unit for children and young people, given its central location and the fact that it is well served by local bus routes. The design of the new 15-bed facility is based on a clinical model developed through engagement with staff, service users and families. This is an increase on the current, temporary, 10-bed provision at Coalville Community Hospital and includes provision for children and young people with eating disorders. Young people have previously had to go out of area for this specialist care. Locating the new unit on the Glenfield site also means it will be closer to other local mental health services and infrastructure, provided by the Trust, including the Bennion Centre (adult eating disorders) and the Bradgate Mental Health Unit. This brings a number of benefits, including the facilitation of staff training and clinical supervision, as well as support in an emergency. Where appropriate, it will also help to ensure a smooth transition to adult services if required. Moreover, the ‘all age place of safety’ facility (extended and redeveloped in 2017 thanks to funding from NHS England), which accommodates those in mental health crisis while they wait for an assessment, will also be close by, as will the CAMHS crisis resolution and home treatment service. This service provides treatment

and support at home for children and young people in mental health crisis and for their families in situations where no physical medical intervention is required, and has been operational since April 2017. The building design ensures compliance with the Five Year Forward View for Mental Health, the NHS England service specification for CAMHS and eating disorders and NICE guidance. It also meets the requirements of the Royal College of Psychiatry Quality Network for Inpatient CAMHS (QNIC) standards to co-locate CAMHS inpatient services with other acute mental health provision. Plans for the new build have the support of the local Health Overview and Scrutiny Committees. They have been submitted to NHS England and NHS Improvement for final approval by November 2018. Dr Peter Miller, chief executive at LPT said: “I’m delighted that our Trust Board has given the go ahead to this new development

which will help to improve the quality of care we can provide for local children and young people with acute mental health needs. It forms a significant part of our transformation plan for improving access and support. Most importantly, it means we can treat more young people closer to home.” Paul Williams, head of service for CAMHS said: “We will continue to talk to staff, service users and families about the internal design of the new unit, and will be providing more information and regular updates about the build over the coming months. Look out for details via our website: www.leicspart.nhs. uk/CAMHSinpatient or email us at feedback@leicspart.nhs.uk”

How To Make The Best Brew FOLLOWING the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning recently, staff at leading Leicestershire homebuilder, David Wilson Homes East Midlands have revealed their hot drink preferences and giving advice on how to make the best cuppa. In order to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, the kettle was on at the developer’s head office in Bardon and they raised more than £560 for the cause. A new survey of David Wilson Site Managers confirmed that a good brew is an important part of the day. However, coffee is now the preferred beverage of builders, with 52% of staff who took part in the survey choosing it to start the day. Only 2% of respondents opted for a fruit tea as their cuppa of choice. They also revealed their top advice for making the best brew in time for the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, which is when making tea to add the hot water first (69%), and a resounding 40% said they prefer a stronger brew. When it comes to what biscuit to have with the tea or coffee, the traditional choices of Chocolate Hobnob and Chocolate Digestives were the runaway favourites, with a whopping 57% of respondents choosing either of them. Some Site Managers went for a healthier choice, with 10% choosing to skip the biscuits when drinking their daily cuppa. John Reddington, Managing Director for David Wilson Homes East Midlands, said: “Our hard-working staff want to do something a little different on their tea break and holding a communal coffee morning was a great way to show our support for the valuable work being done by Macmillan.” Aileen Stewart, Senior Corporate New Business Manager at Macmillan Cancer Support, said: “There are now 2.7 million people in the UK living with cancer. By 2040, it will be 5.3 million people, and Macmillan Cancer Support wants to support all of these people to find their best way through from the moment they are diagnosed so that they can live their lives as fully as possible.”

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Coalville’s former bus depot site being brought back to life WORK TO give a new lease of life to a former bus depot and bring new jobs to Coalville, which has been supported by grants from North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC), has been making good progress.

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Stepnell Secures Fifth Contract For Lidl REGIONAL contractor Stepnell has secured its fifth contract with leading supermarket retailer Lidl UK – a multi-million pound scheme to build the global grocery chain’s first store in Loughborough. Stepnell – which is one of Lidl’s UK construction framework partners – was chosen for the Loughborough scheme following the company’s successful delivery of new stores for Lidl in King’s Heath, Birmingham, and in Oakham, Rutland. Stepnell is also currently building new supermarkets for Lidl in Bedford and Droitwich. Stepnell began work earlier this summer on the delivery of the purpose-built Loughborough store which is expected to create around 40 jobs locally. The brand-new building will feature a full-height glazed façade and a modern interior including an on-site bakery, managers’ office and welfare facilities for store employees. It is taking shape on land to the north of Station Avenue: a brownfield site previously occupied by the former Charnwood Forest Railway building; an annex associated with Trinity College and a former petrol station. Designed by John Roberts Architects, the new supermarket includes a mezzanine plant deck and will provide 2,460 sq m of space overall, including the 1,424 sq m sales and 589 sq m warehouse

Mr B Marsden (c/o Agent: Agrarian Limited, Walgaston Farm, Berkeley, Mobley, Gloucestershire GL13 9EN) – Change of use from office to 2 houses in multiple occupationconsisting of 8 units in each floor – at First & Second Floor, 36 North Street, Rugby, Warks. CV21 2XD. Mr & Mrs A Murray (c/o Agent: Howkins & Harrison, 7-11 Albert Street, Rugby, Warks. CV21 2RX) – Erection of 4 new dwellings – at Flecknoe Farm Stud & Livery, Flecknoe Village Road, Flecknoe, Rugby, Warks. CV23 8AU.

Artist’s impression of the new Lidl store in Loughborough. areas. The Stepnell team will also create 132 car parking spaces as well as improvements to the Station Street access which will serve the new store. The development is due to be completed in early 2019. “Our successful relationship with Lidl UK, through its construction framework has seen Stepnell complete a series of demanding fast-track construction programmes for the company, creating attractive, contemporary supermarkets and further underlining Stepnell’s impressive retail construction track record,” says Stepnell regional director Thomas Sewell. “We are delighted to be continuing our association with such a high-profile

client.” Stepnell has been awarded five projects for Lidl through the construction framework and last year was named one of the supermarket chain’s top three contractors for health and safety. Stepnell has also delivered construction projects for a number of other well-known high street names including Costa Coffee and the Co-op. As well as extending choice for shoppers, the new Loughborough store will boost the town’s economy creating a significant number of new jobs locally. Stepnell is also committed to using local construction workers and suppliers to work on the construction programme wherever possible.

Mr Peter Barrow (c/o: 73 Clifton Road, Rugby, Warks. CV21 8QG) – Change of use of ground floor to D1 or B1a or A2 use; change of use of first and second floors to D1 or B1a or A2 use, or for the provision of 3 residential apartments; including extension to roof, elevational changes and erection of 2m wall to rear – at 1 Regent Place, Rugby, Warks. CV21 2PJ.

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Former Royal British Legion Club for sale FOR SALE

Empty home refurbished to provide six flats

INNES ENGLAND are offering for sale BY INFORMAL TENDER the Former Royal British Legion Club at 21 Sycamore Street, Blaby, Leicester LE8 4FJ.

A HOUSE which has stood empty in Loughborough for more than 20 years has been refurbished to provide six selfcontained flats.

21, Sycamore Street, Blaby, Leicestershire LE8 4FJ

The 4,673 sq.ft. property Prominently Located Former Royal British Legion Club of is predominantly two-storey and of brick construction beneath a mixture Premises flat and pitched roofs. Internally the property is arranged over two levels to Total Net Internal Area: 4,673 sq ft (434.13 sq m) provide a number of lounges and bars, together with other function room Possible to planning areas, with the usual arrangement ofredevelopment WCs and opportunity kitchen subject facilities. secure car park and loading area to the rear, The ground floor incorporatesLarge a barrel store Informal tender date: 30th 2018is a large tarmac with access directly out onto Sycamore Street. ToNovember the rear For enquiries and viewings please contact: car park, providing ample off-road car parking. The overall site area is approximately 0.32 acres. The property has an authorised use for D2 (Assembly and Leisure). Parties 5455 innes-england.com are advised to speak to interested in alternative uses 0116 or 255 redevelopment Blaby District Council on 0116 275 0555. The property is being offered for sale BY INFORMAL TENDER with a FOR SALE closing date of 30th November 2018. The Guide price is £385,000. Location For more information, contact Peter Doleman at Tenure Innes England on 0116 255 5455 or email: pdoleman@innes-england.com Business Rates Peter Doleman 0116 255 5455 pdoleman@innes-england.com

Joe Reilly 0116 255 5455 jreilly@innes-england.com

The premises are located in Blaby, a popular suburb of Leicester, lying some 4.5 miles to the south west of Leicester city centre. It provides an attractive residential setting, benefitting from good quality local shopping facilities around Lutterworth Road and St John's Court. Employment opportunities are available locally on Winchester Avenue nearby.

Guide Price £385,000

The property itself occupies a prominent position to the south side of Sycamore Street, opposite its junction with Church Street within a predominantly residential area, though in close proximity to the retail core.

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The former care home had become an eyesore and a source of complaints from residents but thanks to work between the owners of the property in Mayfield Drive and Charnwood Borough Council the flats are available to rent privately. Cllr Paul Mercer, lead member for housing, said: “I am delighted to see this home brought back onto the market – it’s a win-win situation. Working with the property owners, we removed an eyesore and there are more homes available to rent. It also makes more financial sense for the owner.” “Our empty homes officer, Muhammad Uddin worked with the owners to give them advice and support to refurbish the property and turn it into six, two bedroom flats. This is one of 112 properties in the borough which have been brought back into use as part of our Empty Homes Strategy. “We’re committed to tackling the issue of Empty Homes across the Charnwood to help ease the pressure of the local housing market and ensure properties don’t become a concern for the community. Mr Mohammed Tayaib Ali Chowdury, who owns the property, said: “I am pleased that we have finally been able to get the property on Mayfield Drive completed. The Council help get empty homes back into use by offering advice and support on what’s best for the property including finding tenants and getting access to discounted selling fees with local agents and auctioneers. The Council also has grants available to part-fund refurbishments and get properties back into use. Visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/empty_homes

The property is currently listed as a Club & Premises and has a rateable value of £7,500. Source: VOA

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Guide Price: £385,000

The sale will be dealt with by way of an informal tender on 30th November 2018.

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J Tomlinson appointed to build hotel

A CONSTRUCTION contract to build a new £6 million hotel in Sheffield has been awarded to J Tomlinson. The Nottingham-based company, which recently opened a Yorkshire office in Wakefield, is about to start work on the seven-storey Ibis hotel. The 126-bedroomed hotel will be beside Velocity Tower on an existing podium that was originally planned for the tower’s second phase. J Tomlinson CEO Mark Davis said: “For some time, J Tomlinson has been increasing work throughout its divisions in the Yorkshire area and we are delighted to have been appointed to build the new Ibis hotel in Sheffield, which will complete the Velocity Tower development.” The hotel, designed by Whittam Cox Architects on behalf of Harridge Developments Limited, will also feature a coffee shop on the ground floor along with the reception, as well as 14 parking spaces. It is expected to be open in December 2019. Whittam Cox Architects Associate Director Nick Fenton, who is working on the scheme, said: “We’re delighted to be working with J Tomlinson to complete this prominent scheme in the heart of the city. Our proposals will enable the completion of the original scheme’s aspiration and create a high quality leisure focussed extension in Sheffield city centre.”

COMING SOON Development Opportunity at Pastures Farm Uppingham Road, Blaston Market Harborough LE16 8DF An exciting opportunity to acquire a development site consisting of existing farm buildings and a former farmhouse with planning consent for five separate plots, situated within rolling countryside located between Stockerston and Blaston. For further information please contact the Market Harborough Office.

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Building underway for New Mental Health Unit in Nuneaton

Plot with consent for state of the art home

SAVILLS are inviting offers in excess of £350,000 for a building plot Far End,PERMISSION Boothby BUILDING PLOT WITHat FULL PLANNING FORGraffoe, STATE OF THELincoln ART HOME LN5 0LG. A NEW care facility which will help adults with mental health and learning difficulties will be opening at Nuneaton early in 2019. Cedar Lodge is being built by award winning provider Camino Healthcare, which already operates two well established units in the West Midlands which offer a similar service. Located at Bucks Hill, Nuneaton, Cedar Lodge is being built on previously neglected land and when finished will deliver mental health services that are greatly needed in the local area. A variety of industry experts, Service Users, healthcare staff and Commissioners have had input into both the design and location of the building which will provide nursing care for both men and women aged between 18 and 65 and will be registered with the Care Quality Commission. All bedrooms have generous ensuite facilities, TVs and hi-speed Wi-Fi. There will also be spacious climate controlled communal areas including kitchens, lounges, dining areas, gardens as well as a karaoke and cinema. The multimillion-pound facility will bring in the region of 60 full and part time jobs to the area and will be staffed by a Multidisciplinary Team. Among the 60 jobs created, there will be opportunities for Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Activity Coordinators, Nurses and Healthcare Support Workers. The project is being part funded by Yorkshire Bank.

Brownfield land map tool will help tackle the housing crisis, says NHF THE NATIONAL Housing Federation (NHF) has identified and mapped more than 17,000 brownfield sites, totalling around 27,700 hectares, which could provide space for more than 961,000 homes. The National Federation of Builders (NFB) thinks that this tool has the potential to help tackle the housing crisis, when applied on a wider scale. The NFB, however, would urge commentators and decision makers to use this tool to better understand the challenges posed by the housing crisis, rather than assuming it shows nearly a million homes can be delivered. In Brighton, only 12 out of 162 identified brownfield sites are publicly owned, equating to a minimum of 773 homes. In Sheffield, the local authority could deliver up to 6,310 homes on 81 publicly-owned brownfield sites. A total of 300 sites have been identified in the region, which could see 22,194 new homes constructed. The tool also uses data from out-of-date local plans. For example, in Horley (Surrey), a car park owned by the local authority has the potential to deliver 30 homes, despite serving residents, high street shoppers, commuters and local businesses. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the NFB, said: “This tool is another example of the private sector rising to the housing challenge. It may not give the full brownfield story, but it serves as a reminder that local authorities must do more to enable development within our existing communities.” Rico Wojtulewicz, senior policy advisor of the House Builders Association (HBA), added: “There are a large number of brownfield sites not included in this tool, as well as sites that are not deliverable. Mapping them helps the entire housing supply chain understand how complex land ownership and sites allocations really are.”

Building Plot, Far End,permission Boothby Graffoe, Lincoln, LN5Kesteven 0LG Full planning (North planning ref: 17/1109/FUL) has been granted for the demolition of the existing dwelling, and the construction of a contemporary replacement dwelling and new double garage. This state of the art property will internally comprise of approx. 214 sq.metres (2,303 sq.feet) plus a further 50 sq.metre double garage. There is an external terrace of 32 sq.metres off the first floor master bedroom with far-reaching views across parkland and the Trent Valley. The proposed dwelling has received recognition from the Architects Journal/RIBA Journal for its innovative design. For more information, contact Savills on 01522 508900 or email: Lincoln@savills.com

Land deal paves way for new homes and school LEICESTER’S City Mayor has announced a new land deal paving the way for more affordable homes and a new free school in the city. Three acres of land in Eyres Monsell – the site of the former Southfields and Newry schools – will be sold to Grange Developments (Abbey Park) Ltd for £1 on the condition that they build affordable homes on the site. In a linked land sale, a condition of the purchase is that the developers then release a five-acre piece of land they own at Abbey Park Road, selling it at market value to the Government for the development of a proposed new free school in Leicester. The Southfields and Newry schools closed down more than 10 years ago, with the site being under-used since. The buildings are beyond economic use. The city council has also been looking for sites close to the city centre where a new free school could be built. Grange Developments’ site on Abbey Park Road has been identified, but the developers want to buy replacement land for residential development if they are to sell their land at Abbey Park Road. City mayor Peter Soulsby said: “This deal is extremely good news for the city. It will mean a redundant site in Eyres Monsell is brought back into use, providing new affordable homes for the city. These homes will then be rented to people on our council housing register.” The deal could also mean a proposed new free school could get the goahead. Under Government rules, councils are limited in their abilities to build new schools, but still have a responsibility to ensure there are enough pupil places. The site is more suitable for a free school than the land in Eyres Monsell, because pupil places that are close to the city centre are more easily accessible by students from all parts of Leicester. The sale of the land in Eyres Monsell is also subject to further conditions, including getting satisfactory planning consent, the developer finding a social housing landlord to work with, and the developer starting work within six months of purchase. The council will have a right to buy back the land for £1 if this is not achieved. Leicester’s adopted core strategy has identified a need for more than 25,000 new homes to be built in the city by 2026.

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New Marketing Manager at William Davis HBF triple 5 star housebuilder, William Davis Homes has created a brand new company role with the appointment of Sam Starling as Marketing Manager. With over 20 years’ experience in sales and marketing, Sam has been recruited to support the team at William Davis Homes’ head office in Loughborough whilst delivering innovative strategies and targeted marketing initiatives in line with expansion planned for the business over the next few years. Originally from Stoke-on-Trent, Sam grew up in north Leicestershire, having moved to Castle Donington at the age of 12. She attended Wilsthorpe Business and Enterprise College in Long Eaton before going on to complete a BA business studies degree at Derby University, which she studied for part time. She also has an HNC in Business and Marketing Management, plus a raft of relevant business qualifications, including NVQs in IT, Business Administration and Social Media. Sam’s working background includes 18 years with Derby-based Parry Catering Equipment and the past two and a half years with Avant Homes Midlands Region. She was first attracted to William Davis Homes by the company’s excellent name as a quality builder and sound reputation as good and progressive employer. “William Davis Homes is well known as a genuine, reputable builder and the triple 5 star company rating firmly underlines the high quality properties and service buyers can rely on,” said Sam.

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The greying of green rural England OUR GREEN and pleasant land is turning grey as rural England, with its beautiful countryside, fresh country air and peace and quiet, proves more popular than ever with the over-55s. A recent guide by the NHBC Foundation shows the number of 55-74 year olds living in rural areas increased by 30% between 2001 and 2015 – a percentage increase almost matched by the over-75s age group. Along with the population growth in the over-55s age group, the average age of people living in rural England has also gone up. Between 2002 and 2016 the average age rose by almost four years to 47.8. This is very different to the marginal increase in age seen in urban populations, which went up by just four months to 37.4 years old. While the rate of growth of the over-55s is significant in rural areas, the NHBC Foundation report found that only 17% of homes across England are located here. In contrast, suburban areas – not quite urban and not quite rural – accommodate almost two-thirds of the population, with just over 20% of the population living in city centres and other high density urbanised areas. At a glance – Growth in populations from 2001 to 2015 +1%: ages 20 to 54 in rural areas +30%: ages 55 to 74 in rural areas +28%: over 75s in rural areas +11%: ages 20 to 54 in urban areas +19%: ages 55 to 74 in urban areas +13%: over 75s in urban areas At a glance – Where are homes located? 17.4% in rural areas 62.3% in suburbia 20.3% in urban areas Steve Wood, NHBC Chief Executive said: “The figures show an increasing proportion of 20-54 year olds settling in urban areas and more over-55s are choosing to live in the country. It’s imperative that the industry considers these changes when deciding which types of houses should be built, and where, to meet the shifting needs.” The facts about UK households come from the NHBC Foundation publication, ‘40 facts: homes, housing and house building today’. Steve Wood added: “We have gathered together some interesting facts about UK housing and house building to give you a picture of the homes we live in today. As our population changes so does the need for a broader range of products and tenures.”

Planning Application Submitted For Leicester City Centre Student Scheme A PLANNING application has been submitted for the second phase of a significant student accommodation development in the centre of Leicester, next to the railway station. Multi-disciplinary design practice, rg+p has submitted a full planning application for a seven storey scheme on Conduit Street on behalf of developer, Student Urban Living (Leicester) Ltd. The proposed development comprises 99 student bedrooms, arranged in two, three and four bed cluster flats as well as studio apartments. A landscaped amenity space, covered cycle and refuse storage is also provided. rg+p secured planning permission for phase one of the scheme, comprising 159 bedrooms, in September 2017. Student Urban Living exchanged contracts for the purchase of the land for phase two from Leicester City Council earlier this month (October 2018) with the intention of developing both phases simultaneously, subject to approval. Andy Ward, associate planning consultant at rg+p commented: “The site has been vacant and disused for more than a decade and is located in an area of the city centre desperately in need of regeneration. We have designed phase two to be a continuation of phase one, connecting via the communal spaces which include amenities such as reception, management office, laundry and study/recreation spaces. Its appearance is designed to provide positive street frontages, with a varied brick material palette and feature details such as louvred windows, balconies and chamfered corners.” Geoff Thomas, managing director, CKC Properties, the principal developer and parent company of Student Urban Living, said: “This application marks a positive move forward for the overall scheme and with the major improvements being made by the council around the London Road, this area will create an ideal location and environment for students to live and go to and from the city’s universities”. If the planning application for phase two is successful, construction is expected to commence on the combined scheme early in 2019 to enable completion for the 2020/21 student intake.

Plans for new Ashby B&M store approved RETAILER B&M could open a new store in Ashby-de-la-Zouch after planning permission was granted by North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC). The plan to build the shop, garden centre and car park at the Ashby Gateway – near to the M&S Food Hall - was heard at the Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday 2 October. The applicant indicated that the store will be operated by B&M. • LATER IN THE meeting, an application for nine for new homes on land off Forest Road in Hugglescote was also approved by the committee. This was permitted with a condition that work can only take place at the site on weekdays between 7am and 6pm.

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Experienced Property Professional Joins Busy Team At Millfields

Lead member welcomes Leicester City FC investment

TRIPLE HBF 5-star housebuilder, William Davis Homes has welcomed experienced sales consultant Sue Emery to the busy team at their hugely popular edge of village development Millfields, Broughton Astley in south Leicestershire.

CHARNWOOD Borough Council’s lead member for inward investment has welcomed Leicester City Football Club’s plan to create a state-of-the-art training facility in the borough.

With over 30 years’ expertise in the sale of new homes, Sue confirms it felt like the perfect fit when she joined fellow sales consultant June Hall. Sue and June had previously worked together in sales and we’re delighted to be renewing their partnership. “William Davis Homes is such a lovely company to work for. Everything is efficiently run, yet the people are all friendly, whatever their level. Working with June again is brilliant and I felt I belonged here from the moment I started. The company has a great reputation, both for building high quality homes and delivering top quality service, so it felt good to be offered a position at such an impressive new development”, explained Sue. “William Davis Homes is well known for the attention to detail that goes into completing every property, from eye-catching exterior appeal and top quality finishes inside, to the fantastic service every buyer enjoys. It’s a pleasure to hand over such beautiful houses and to show our customers all the reasons that help us achieve our on-going 5-star status.”

The Council’s Plans Committee granted the club’s planning application conditional permission at a meeting on Thursday, October 11. The development is due to be built near Seagrave on the site of the former Park Hill Golf Course. Cllr Eric Vardy, lead member for planning and inward investment, said: “This represents a significant investment in the borough of Charnwood and builds on our reputation for sporting excellence which already has a global profile thanks to Loughborough University. “It is further evidence that the Charnwood economy is thriving and our borough can attract businesses and organisations that have worldwide appeal. “A strong community needs a strong economy and investment like this should be welcomed. It is also pleasing to see an investment in the local environment with the proposal including the planting of some 38,000 trees as part of the development.”

Matlock development opportunity for 10 units SCARGILL MANN & CO are offering for sale a conversion opportunity at Darley Lodge, Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3BP. The conversion will create 7 apartments with the development of 3 new build town houses in place of an existing workshop. Offers around £600,000 are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Scargill Mann & Co on 01629 584591 or email: matlock@ scargillmann.co.uk

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Tuesday 20th November 2018 at 6:30pm, Kilworth Springs Golf Club Building Plot Priors Marston, Southam An opportunity to purchase a building plot with permission for a six bedroom house (GEA 3914 sq ft) and detached garage in a popular south Warwickshire village 0.3 acres (0.112 ha hectares)

Building Plot & 1.45 Acres of Permanent Pasture, Brandon, Coventry An opportunity to purchase a building plot with permission for a bungalow with paddock land and river frontage in a popular Warwickshire village

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Council sells derelict ‘Pigeon Factory’ for £386,000 in SDL Auctions Graham Penny’s Leicester auction A FORMER hosiery factory at 41-43 Canal Street in South Wigston has sold in SDL Auctions Graham Penny’s latest Leicester auction for £386,000.

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FHP are offering for sale a 2.78 acre parcel of hard standing For Sale commercial land with 4 existing industrial barns of circa 15,000 sq.feet with potential for redevelopment, subject to planning. The property – at Stapleford Road, Oakham, Rutland LE15 7HF – has roadside frontage and is securely gated and fenced. Offers in the region of £320,000 are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Chris Proctor at FHP on 0115 841 4798 or email: chris@fhp.co.uk

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The building, known locally as the Pigeon Factory is one of the oldest buildings in the area and had lain abandoned for more than 25 years. The freehold property had a guide price of £100,000+, with no reserve price, and was one of the star lots in an auction that raised over £2.6 million on the day. Andrew Parker, managing director and auctioneer at SDL Auctions Graham Penny, said: “This site was only available to purchase in the auction room, no via offers before, because Oadby & Wigston Borough Council used its compulsory purchase powers to bring this long neglected Victorian building into the marketplace. “We were very pleased to have been asked by Oadby & Wigston Borough Council to sell this historic site and we are delighted with the result achieved. “This excellent sale price sends a powerful message to local authorities to look at their property portfolio and review what might be suitable for sale by auction. As demonstrated by Oadby & Wigston Borough Council, it is also a very powerful tool in a local authority’s ability to stimulate regeneration.” The property came with planning permission for conversion into 12 one bedroomed apartments, and the site, once regenerated, will have an estimated total value in excess of £1 million. The purchaser of Canal Street intends to develop the property into luxury apartments, suitable for students or young professionals. The intention is to also include a penthouse suite on the top floor, subject to obtaining the relevant planning consents. It has been bought solely for development and investment purposes. The old building got its nickname from local residents because of its rundown condition and the fact it had become a home for hundreds of pigeons. The property retains many original features, with detailed brick work, arched windows, numerous exposed beams, timbers and cast iron columns, along with a superb vaulted ceiling on the top floor. Entries are now invited for SDL Auctions Graham Penny’s next Leicester auction at the King Power Stadium on Thursday 29 November. Property owners looking to sell can request a free auction appraisal by calling 0116 254 9654.

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Housing crisis solutions shared at UKCW APPROPRIATELY enough for Housing Day 2018, calls for more Government investment to end the housing crisis, to boost opportunities for SME housebuilders and developers and to build genuinely affordable quality homes, were some of the strong messages coming from day two of UK Construction Week (UKCW). In a series of debates with key industry speakers, discussion around the UK’s current housing crisis drew in the crowds. Hosted by BBC reporter and presenter Steph McGovern, a panel of experts delved further into issues such as the availability of land, the powers to enable local authorities’ own building programmes and opportunities for smaller building firms. Ruth Davison, executive director of public impact at National Housing Federation, said: “To solve the housing crisis, 50% of land must be allocated to building affordable homes. Research shows that the UK needs 340,000 homes a year and that 90,000 of these homes need to be genuinely affordable.” Alex Ely, principal at Mae Architects, pointed out that the last time housing supply met demand was in the 1960s, when half of all housing was social. At this time, land was more readily available. But Bjorn Conway, chief executive officer at Ilke Homes felt this isn’t the main issue today: “There are lots

of small plots available but they’re not being built on because it’s not economic for large developers. I can see really good volume and development opportunities for SME housebuilders and developers.” Leading the discussion on to how new housing can be delivered, Steph McGovern talked about construction companies needing to evolve into technology companies: “Start with the business processes that will drive productivity and focus on technology that will improve them.” Bjorn Conway supported this statement, adding: “Using technology and modern methods of construction will ensure we can build quicker without compromising on quality and design. It will add capacity to the construction industry while building high-quality homes.” Quality was also the focus of a packed-out seminar on construction standards postGrenfell. As one of the speakers, building regulations expert Geoff Wilkinson commented: “We need to build to the standards we say we will. We need everyone to stand up for quality, to say we’re not going to be part of a culture where everyone designs down to a minimum or looks on regulatory compliance as an optional extra. We should ensure that you can’t start work on housing or any other project until it’s had independent approval, you can’t vary the design or specification until it’s been checked, and you can’t occupy a building until it’s been proved you have built what you said you would.”

Other highlights from the show included: • Barbara Res’ keynote talk on the challenges she faced as a woman working in a maledominated environment, building Trump Tower, and her experience of working with Donald Trump; • The announcement of the UKCW Role Model of the Year, engineering project manager Arleta AnderasikPaton; • The Voltimum Smart Solutions Awards; and

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The FIS’s Builders Brew event in support of World Mental Health Day. Grand Designs Live also opened its doors on Day 2, and over the course of the weekend provided thousands of visitors with expert advice on self-build, home renovations and improvements, new product launches and specialist exhibitors in six project zones.

Coalville Football Team Kick Off Season In New Kits COALVILLE TOWN Football Club’s Under-8 team the Ravenettes is kicking off the season in style with a new kit sponsored by David Wilson Homes East Midlands. The young female footballers are sporting a brand new kit after the local homebuilder became their official sponsor for the season. David Wilson Homes, whose head office is based in the nearby parish of Bardon, has donated £380 to the youth team for their sponsored shirts. Stuart Birley, Club Manager for the Under 8 Ravenettes team, said: “I am delighted that a company like David Wilson have decided to support our new girls team and this really outlines the community support for our Ravenettes setup here at Coalville Town.

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Get your empty property back into use AS PART of Empty Homes Week, Blaby District Council encouraged owners of long-term empty properties to get in touch to help get them back into use.

Farmhouse and outbuildings with consent for development in Norton Juxta Twycross

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Properties become empty for many reasons, including family disputes, renovation costs or the death of an owner. An empty home can be easily vandalised or fall into disrepair the longer they remain unoccupied. They can also become unsightly and cause problems for residents living near to the property. Loans and grants of up to £10,000 are available to help owners bring a property back to use. The interest-free loan is available is based on the Council’s assessment to bring the property up to a liveable standard to which the owner can live in it, sell or rent the property. The non-repayable renovation grant is available for anyone who wants to bring the home back into use to be rented out by the Council for a period of two years. This grant not only ensures a property is no longer empty, but helps will the local area’s housing waiting list. Work to give these homes a new lease of life ensures more houses are available, and benefits the local community. Residents living near an empty home can also report this for the Council to investigate. Anyone concerned about an empty home or wanting to bring an empty home back into use can visit www.blaby.gov.uk/emptyhomes, or call 0116 275 0555 for more information.

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HOWKINS & HARRISON Manor Farm, Wood Lane, Norton Juxta Twycross, Warwickshire, CV9 3QB are offering for sale a Planning range of traditional farm buildings and farmhouse with Outline Planning Permission for development. The property to be sold includes a fantastic range of traditional redbrick barns and a substantial redbrick farmhouse on a site extending to approximately 1.2 acres.

The site has planning permission as per application number 13/01095/FUL for conversion of the barns into four residential dwellings, retention of the existing farmhouse, erection of one new dwelling and also associated parking and access.

A copy of the planning permission (granted 23rd January 2015) along with a site plan showing the site edged red are attached to this brochure. Full plans of the property are available on request.

Description The property – Manor Farm, The residential units, which form part of the planning consent are as follows: Lot 1 Wood Lane, Norton Juxta Unit A: Approximately 188m (2,023ft ). Twycross, Warks. CV9 3QB Unit B: Approximately 224m (2,411ft ) The net internal area is 2,428ft (225m ) and includes Services Unit C: Approximately 84m (904ft ) kitchen, pantry, lounge and snug to the ground floor, The property benefits from a mains electricity, mains – has planning permission & 18/00789/OUT) for 4 Unit D: Approximately 110m (1,184ft ). (refs: 13/01095/FUL five bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor sewerage and water supply. Build Unit E: 125m (1,345ft ) and two large rooms on the third floor. conversions,New one build retention of existing farmhouse. Total Garaging:new Approximately 55m (592ft and ) Restrictive Covenants and Easements Access Lot 1 will be sold subject to a covenant to restrict the Farmhouse Also on offer are 2 large agricultural units and 1.9 ofnumber land . on site to nine" (the planning Access to the development is available throughacres the total of dwellings The existing farmhouse is in a dilapidated condition underpass to the front of the property. If sold on site is for 9 dwellings). and is in need of refurbishment and modernization. separately the property will be sold with the benefit of The Guide Price for the whole is right £900,000. of way to the rear of the For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Tori Whinder at Howkins & Harrison on 01827 721389 or email: athrural@ howkinsandharrison.co.uk 2

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AUCTIONS

Detached property with redevelopment potential in Chilcote

Chapel with consent for conversion

November Thursday 1st November 2018 SDL AUCTIONS - at Derby County Football Club, Pride Park Stadium, Derby, DE24 8XL - 11.30am start www.sdlauctions.co.uk Tuesday 20th November 2018 HOWKINS & HARRISON - at Kilworth Springs Golf Club, South Kilworth Road, North Kilworth, Leicestershire LE17 6HJ - tel: 01788 564680 - www.howkinsandharrison. co.uk Wednesday 21st November 2018 - KAL SANGRA SHONKI BROTHERS - at Leicester Racecourse, Leicester Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4AL - 5pm start - tel: 0116 254 3373 - www. shonkibrothers.com

Wednesday 21st November 2018 LOVEITTS - at Village Urban Resort Hotel, Dolomite Avenue, Canley, West Midlands CV4 9GZ 6.30pm start - tel: 024 7652 7789 - www.loveitts.co.uk Thursday 29th November 2018 SDL AUCTIONS - Leicester City Football Club, King Power Stadium, Filbert Way, Leicester LE2 7FL 11.30am start - www.sdlauctions. co.uk Thursday 29th November 2018 - SAVILLS - at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Colwick Road, Nottingham NG2 4BE 2.30pm start - tel: 0115 934 8080 - www.auctions.savills.co.uk

December Tuesday 6th December 2018 SDL AUCTIONS - at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE - 11.30am start - www.sdlauctions.co.uk Wednesday 12th December 2018 - SDL AUCTIONS - at Aston Villa FC, Birmingham B6 6HE - 11am start - tel: 0121 233 5046 - www. sdlauctions.co.uk Thursday 13th December 2018 COTTONS - at Aston Villa FC, Villa Park, Birmingham, B6 6HE - 11am start - tel: 0121 247 2233 or email: auctions@cottons.co.uk Friday 14th December 2018 SDL AUCTIONS - Derby County Football Club, Pride Park Stadium, Derby, DE24 8XL - 11.30am start www.sdlauctions.co.uk

FISHER GERMAN are offering for sale a detached village property with redevelopment potential, plus an adjoining paddock. The property – New Chilcote Hall, Church Lane, Chilcote, Leics. DE12 8DL – was built around 1968 and requires renovation. It benefits from generous gardens and grounds extending to approximately 1.55 acres. Adjoining New Chilcote Hall is an L-shaped paddock which extends to about 1.06 acres and has road frontage. There is also a stable building of about 244 sq.ft. with 2 loose boxes and a tack room/store room. Offers in excess of £490,000 are invited. For more information, contact Fisher german on 01530 410840 or email: ashbyagency@fishergerman.co.uk

Leicester one of ten areas to get share of £840m fund LEICESTER is one of only ten areas set to receive a share of the Government’s £840 million Transforming Cities Fund. Over the next four years, the new allocation of funding will be used to improve transport links: increasing access to jobs and helping to ensure businesses have the infrastructure they need to thrive. The city council put in the successful bid with the support of the county council. It focuses on improving the city’s cycleways, bus corridors and transport hubs. The council will now receive an initial £50,000, as well as support from the Department for Transport, to develop its case for investment. The Government will then consider the strength of the completed proposals from all ten areas - looking at their impact on improving connectivity, supporting employment and driving up productivity - before making their final funding decision. While the ten areas finalise their proposals, £60 million from the Fund will be made available over the next year to share across the transport schemes. This will be aimed at tackling some of the most pressing challenges faced by communities. Leicester’s City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby said: “The Government is looking for ambitious and innovative proposals to take forward and we have a track record of delivering these in Leicester. “Through our Connecting Leicester programme we have already made a major investment into the city’s transport network and infrastructure and this work is ongoing. “A share of the Transforming Cities Fund will enable us to create new cycleways, including taking them out to neighbourhoods; to improve key bus routes, such as those between the city centre, existing neighbourhoods on the edge of the city and new growth areas such as Ashton Green; and to improve the train and bus stations and the links between them.” Deputy City Mayor Cllr Adam Clarke said: “This new funding would allow us to build on the major investment already being made across the city to encourage more people to walk, cycle and use public transport. This is not just good for the economy, it has clear health benefits, helps cut congestion and plays an important part in improving the city’s environment as a whole.” Other areas to make the shortlist are Derby & Nottingham, the North East, Norwich, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent and West Yorkshire.

THOMAS CONNOLLY Estate Agents are offering for sale a detached chapel building with planning consent to convert to a residential dwelling. The property – at Main Road, Grendon, Northants. – was built circa 1813 and retails many original features. Outside, there is potential for parking. The asking price is £275,000. For more information, or to request a viewing, contact Thomas Connolly on 01908 774422, or visit the website at www. thomasconnolly.co.uk

Chancellor right to make Apprenticeship Levy more flexible, says FMB THE CHANCELLOR is right to make the Apprenticeship Levy more flexible, so that it works for strategic industries such as the construction sector, but his reforms have not gone far enough, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Responding to the Chancellor’s speech at the Conservative Party Conference, Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “The Chancellor has, in part, listened to the concerns of business by making the Apprenticeship Levy more flexible. However, he needs to go much further. Currently ten per cent of Levy vouchers can be passed down through the supply chain from large firms to smaller firms and today, he increased this to 25 per cent. This is important as in construction, it’s the small firms that do the bulk of the training while the large firms don’t tend to directly employ or train tradespeople. “Since the Apprenticeship Levy was introduced last year, apprenticeship starts have fallen in the construction trades by more than ten per cent. Given that the construction industry is already suffering from an acute skills shortage, this is very worrying indeed.”

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HBA warmly welcomes abolition of cap on what councils can borrow to build houses LIFTING THE BORROWING CAP for councils will diversify the housing market, stimulate industry capacity and help councils more easily meet their affordable homes requirements. The Prime Minister Theresa May has shown her commitment to help fix the housing crisis by announcing the abolition of cap on what councils can borrow to build houses, in her keynote Conservative party conference speech. The Housing Builders Association (HBA), the house building division of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), is delighted that the Government is helping tackle the crippling house crisis, by listening to the industry and finally addressing concerns which the HBA has lobbied on for quite some time. The HBA has had the cap on local authority borrowing for new housebuilding as a measure in all of its past manifestoes and the entire supply chain has worked hard towards achieving this. Lifting councils’ house building cap will now help small and medium-sized (SME) builders and councils to work together to deliver the Governments’ target of delivering 300,000 homes a year. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the NFB, said: “The NFB congratulates the prime minister for recognising a substantial barrier preventing the Government from meeting its target to build 300,000 new homes a year. “Lifting the borrowing cap for councils will diversify the housing market, stimulate industry capacity and help councils more easily meet their affordable homes requirements. The entire housing supply chain should be very proud of their collective campaigning on this issue.”

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STAFF AT DAVID WILSON HOMES RAISE £12,000 FROM THE MOUNTAIN MARATHON CHALLENGE DAVID WILSON Homes East Midlands is celebrating after taking on the Housebuilders Mountain Marathon challenge in Snowdonia for the Youth Adventure Trust and raising £12,600. The local division had a team of seven employees who exceeded their target of £3,600 which will be donated to the cause that works with disadvantaged young people. On Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd September they started the challenge with an 18-mile hike over the iconic Mount Snowdon and the surrounding peaks. Due to amber weather warnings the second day consisted of a 10 mile trek up Moel Siabod and around the iconic landscape of Snowdonia. The team, which is based in Bardon, Coalville, was made up of Tracey Dickens, James Peryer, Richard Mawbey, Sam Grey, Craig Lawson, Charlie Thorpe and Jack Spittlehouse who all work in the Commercial department. Tracey Dickens, Head of the Commercial department at David Homes East MADE IT: The team at the top of the mountain Midlands, said: “We were really keen to raise funds for the Youth Adventure Trust because this is a very worthy cause and the team building exercise was a great challenge for us all.” The Youth Adventure Trust has been using outdoor adventure to inspire young lives for 25 years and believes that all vulnerable young people should have access to personal development opportunities so that they can fulfil their potential in the future. As part of that they understand that learning in an outdoor environment is a key part of a young person’s development. John Reddington, Managing Director at David Wilson Homes East Midlands, said: “We are very proud of our staff members for taking on a tough challenge to raise vital funds for a worthy cause. “It is fantastic to hear that the team have exceeded their fundraising target and I’m sure the donation will be greatly appreciated.”

Co-living and micro-homes most popular solutions to housing crisis, new FMB research reveals BUILDING more co-living developments and microhomes in urban areas top the list of people’s preferred solutions to the housing crisis according to new research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), while building on the greenbelt is the least favoured solution. The FMB asked 2,000 home owners across the UK if there is a housing shortage and if so, how best to address this shortage. The key results are as follows: • Two-thirds (66%) believe that there is a shortage of housing in the UK. • When asked for views on the most appropriate solutions to the housing shortage, the most commonly cited were as follows: 1) Build more co-living developments (33%); 2) Build more micro-homes in urban areas (31%); 3) Build more granny flats (31%); 4) Extend permitted development rights (27%);

5) Encourage more multigenerational living (24%); 6) Excavate or convert more basements underneath existing properties (18%); and 7) Build on the greenbelt (17%). Commenting on the research, Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “Even the vast majority of those who are lucky enough to own their own home recognise that there’s a housing shortage. When asked about solutions to this problem, the most popular remedy was to construct more co-living developments, which are becoming more and more popular in major cities right across the globe. Building more micro-homes in urban areas was the second most commonly cited solution to the UK housing crisis. Both of these approaches would increase density in urban areas where demand is particularly high. The creation of more granny flats was the third most popular solution, which would see more elderly people moving out of their properties and living alongside children or grandchildren in self-contained home extensions. This would free

up much-needed family homes, which are being under-used by older people living on their own. Perhaps unsurprisingly, home owners, who are clearly already on the property ladder, see building on the greenbelt as the least desirable option.” Berry concluded: “While these solutions are food for thought, if we want to solve the housing crisis, we need to reduce barriers to small, local building firms. Recent research from the Federation of Master Builders shows that the lack of small sites and difficulties hiring skilled tradespeople are limiting the amount of homes these firms can build. Removing barriers to SME house builders matters as in the late 1980s, two-thirds of all new homes were built by small local house builders and this was a time when house building was

An example of a Micro-Home in step with demand. Currently SME house builders build less than one quarter of all new homes and as this proportion has declined, so too has the capacity of our industry to deliver the homes we need. Reviving the fortunes of SME builders undoubtedly has a key role to play in delivering the Government’s target of 300,000 new homes a year in England alone, and is key to solving the housing crisis once and for all.”

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MSA launches new ‘off the shelf’ fall protection MSA Safety has launched a brand-new range of fall protection kits - making it even easier for businesses to help keep their workers safe at height.

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SAVILLS are offering for sale an opportunity to create 5 dwellings from a collection of substantial late 18th/early 19th century traditional, mainly stone, farm buildings and stables. The site – Village Farm, North Street, Titchmarsh, Kettering, Northants. NN14 3DH – has been granted full planning permission (East Northants. District Council ref: 17/00692/FUL) for demolition of some of the existing farm buildings and conversion of the remaining traditional barns. The Guide Price is £825,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Savills on 01780 484696 or email: Stamford@savills.com

First homes to be unveiled at Stanton under Bardon housing development WESTLEIGH Homes’ is preparing to release the first few homes for sale at its eagerly-awaited Stanton Meadows development in Stanton under Bardon. The first few homes at Stanton Meadows, which blend the latest interior design trends with space and comfort, are perfect for young professionals and growing families alike. The Help to Buy scheme is available at Stanton Meadows, enabling firsttime buyers and those with a property to sell to make a move to brand new home with an equity loan of up to 20% of the full price of the property with the Government with just a 5% deposit and 75% mortgage. The equity loan is interest free for the first five years. Lisa Morris, New Homes Manager for Westleigh, said: “We are looking forward to the launch of the first few homes at our upcoming Stanton Meadows development in Stanton under Bardon. To find out more about the new homes coming soon at Stanton Meadows, visit www.westleigh.co.uk/stanton-meadows.

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Construction and EU Procurement in No-Deal Brexit – has the government provided clarity? IN A FEW months’ time, on 29 March 2019 at 11pm UKtime to be more exact, the UK is expected to leave the EU. The construction industry has already started to feel the impact of Brexit, and has ongoing concerns about, amongst other things, skill and labour shortages, the increasing price of materials, potential import and export tariffs. Another area of concern for the construction industry has been how the system of advertising UK contracts for works, goods and services to EU companies would work post-Brexit and how businesses in the UK construction industry would be able to continue to bid for work, goods and services in Europe. This is important because many UK construction and consultancy businesses benefit and need to continue to benefit from smooth and open working relationships with EU businesses.

The government’s position While the government continues to negotiate with the EU, in the hope of reaching agreement on a number of key points in the next few months, it is also starting to prepare for a “no-deal Brexit”. As part of that, a few weeks ago the UK Cabinet Office released guidance entitled “Accessing public sector contracts if there’s no Brexit deal” which sets out how works, goods and services can continue to be accessed across the UK and EU in the event of the UK leaving the EU without an agreement in place.

The current system At the moment, UK public bodies and authorities can procure certain works, goods and services for construction projects, including from EU businesses, by advertising them on the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) via Tenders Electronic Daily (TED). Equally, UK contractors, consultants, manufacturers and other construction businesses can bid to provide works, goods and services to EU public bodies through OJEU via TED. This means that, for example, a UK public authority procuring specialist offshore trenching and vessel services for a government-funded offshore renewables project can receive tenders from specialist construction companies throughout the EU. It also means that UK companies, for example a UK architectural business, can tender for a commission to design a high profile development project in Spain on the same basis as companies based in other EU member states. But post-Brexit, without a deal, this position would change.

procured across the EU in the event of a No-Deal Brexit. However, there is very little detail around how this will work in practice. In particular, while the guidance says that “Suppliers who wish to access contract opportunities from the EU may continue to do so via OJEU/TED”, it is not clear whether this position would be agreed to by the EU or whether they would have to access OJEU/TED as third country participants. UK public authorities, construction companies, construction industry professionals and other construction industry businesses may also be concerned that, during a period in which they dealing with other challenges that may arise for their businesses due to Brexit (such as skill and labour shortages), they will potentially also have to familiarise themselves with a new UK e-notification service. One thing is clear though, with no agreement yet reached with the EU, and with the Brexit date looming in a matter of months, the government should be working hard behind the scenes to flesh out its guidance, to provide certainty for UK public authorities and the construction industry before 29 March. We would hope to hear more on this by the end of this year. For more information please contact Kathrine Eddon, Head of Public Procurement at Womble Bond Dickinson at kathrine. eddon@wbd-uk.com or Michelle Essen, Managing Associate in Construction at michelle.essen@wbd-uk.com.

The government’s guidance There are two key messages in the government’s guidance “Accessing public sector contracts if there’s no Brexit deal”: First, the UK is aiming to accede to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA). The GPA is an international trade deal that the UK currently participates in by virtue of its EU membership, but in a No-Deal Brexit world the UK will need to become a member itself. Whilst this is not a new position it does confirm that there has been no change to the government’s position on the need to seek GPA membership. Second, the UK will develop a UK version of OJEU / TED, which it refers to as “a replacement UK-specific e-notification service”. The guidance states that: • UK-based contract opportunities would no longer be advertised to the EU on OJEU / TED and would instead be advertised on the new replacement UK-specific free-to-use e-notification service • This UK e-notification service will be available from “Exit day” • The requirement to advertise and ability to access other UK domestic systems will remain eg on Contracts Finder, MOD Defence Contracts Online, Public Contracts Scotland, Sell2Wales and eTendersNI • UK businesses who wish to tender or bid for EU contract opportunities may continue to do so via OJEU / TED and • To enable the above, some changes to how the current procurement rules operate may be necessary, and these will be made by amending existing UK legislation. The government has also said that further information will be provided nearer to the Brexit date.

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New housing development in Donisthorpe takes shape

Council’s first phase of tower block sprinkler retrofitting to get under way A PLANNED programme of work to retrofit sprinkler systems to five Leicester city council tower blocks will get underway next month.

BUILDING WORK at a new housing development in Leicestershire is progressing well, ahead of its launch in just a few weeks. The first new homes at Lockharts, off Acresford Road in the village of Donisthorpe, are now beginning to take shape and the development is set to open its doors to the public in November. People will be able to visit the site for the first time during the opening weekend and find out more about the new three and four-bedroom houses which are currently under construction. Carolyne Watkinson, Sales Director for Bellway East Midlands, said: “We are so pleased that construction at Lockharts is progressing well and we are looking forward to releasing the first plots for sale in November. “We have carefully designed a range of homes at the development to meet the growing demand for housing in Leicestershire.” As part of the planning agreement Bellway is contributing more than £220,000 towards education in the area, and a further £120,000 will be put towards off-site affordable housing.

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Maxfield House, an 18-storey block on the St Peter’s estate in Highfields, will be the first to see a sprinkler system fitted, at a cost of £450,000. The block is currently empty while a major £2milllion refurbishment project is carried out. The new sprinkler system will be retrofitted as part of that work. Fitting will is due to begin in late November and is expected to take around five months to complete. The new system will see five individual sprinkler units installed in each of Maxfield House’s 85 flats. Work on the wider refurbishment of Maxfield House – which will see all flats redecorated and refitted with new kitchens, bathrooms and flooring – is progressing well. Communal areas of the tower block are also being refurbished and the entire block is being rewired with new, more efficient heating and ventilation systems fitted throughout. Cllr Andy Connelly, deputy city mayor for housing, said: “The work at Maxfield House is the latest phase of our ambitious tower block refurbishment programme. “It also marks the start of our commitment to retrofit sprinkler systems to all of our residential tower blocks. It’s not an easy or cheap thing to do, but the priority here is the safety of our tenants.” Although there is no requirement to do so, Leicester City Council took the decision to fit sprinkler systems to its residential tower blocks following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Funding to retrofit sprinkler systems at four other residential tower blocks – Gordon House, Clipstone House and Framland House on the St Peter’s estate, and St Leonard’s Court in Clarendon Park – is expected to be approved for the 2019/20 capital programme. The exact costs are not yet known. Work would then get under way by summer 2019. These systems will be fitted without the need to move tenants out of their flats. Goscote House – Leicester’s tallest tower block at 23-storeys – is proposed to be decommissioned and demolished, after structural reports called into doubt its long term viability. The block is currently being used to provide temporary accommodation during the Maxfield House refurbishment. The city council is currently in discussion with Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service to allow the block to be used for training purposes once it is vacant.

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SMART Scaffolder – the access and scaffolding industry’s leading professional software solution – has launched the latest update of its innovative SMART Inspector and SMART Handover apps.

BIRMINGHAMBASED Elevate Property Group has appointed David Hofton as Sales and Marketing Director as the company builds on a growing pipeline of developments.

Version 4.0 of the groundbreaking scaffolding apps is a major upgrade – adding enhanced functionality that allows users to record diary notes, photos, audio and video against a scaffold during the weekly inspection or as part of the handover to a client. The apps also now allow users to download a transcript from the recorded audio or the video. This enables you to record inspection or handover notes audibly into your smart phone or tablet simply using the app (say on a wet, rain-soaked site) and these notes will be transcribed into a document. Notes can then be sent back to the desktop management console by the app and logged against the scaffold being inspected or handed over, where they can be filtered by category, e.g. blocked access, theft of boards etc. Users can read the transcript or listen/watch the full recording and make edits accordingly. The added functionality to the scaffolding apps allows for even better, more accurate inspections and handovers of scaffolding and access jobs. The apps are now even more efficient, modern and environmentally responsible. The paperless set-up is backed up by cloud-based technology for accurate and auditable storage of reports with no need for rekeying. The new SMART Inspector and Handover app functionality allows users to: • Record the progress of the scaffold build or dismantle • Record any problems, such as lack of access or conflict with other works • Record any variation requests • Record to show that the site is clear when you have completed the job All of this is sent back from the app to the management console, so those in the office can track the progress of the work and be aware of issues. The automatic transcript of the audio and video records makes it easy to find the diary entries when you need them, along with the easy-to-use searching and filtering. You have the option to tag diary entries, for example you could set up the tag “site issue”, to make it easy find and report on. There are lots of other uses for capturing videos on site and recording them on the console. You can even record video clips during a pre-contract site inspection or risk assessment and send them back to the office.

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