Deal to bring major mixed-use scheme to Derby almost done

Middleton House

A major residential scheme in Derby looks set to take a step closer after it was revealed that a deal to sell one of the City Council’s disused sites is on the verge of completion.

Speaking at yesterday’s (21 June) Derby Property Summit, deputy leader of Derby City Council, councillor Martin Rawson, said that Middleton House, which formerly housed the Council’s education and social services departments, is about to be sold to a “major” East Midlands developer which has considerable expertise in residential development in conservation areas.

The Grade II listed 1912 property, on St Mary’s Gate, is to be transformed into a mixed-used development including high-end residential units, subject to planning permission.

“We have got the best deal possible for this sale. The developer has a strong reputation and commitment to sensitive redevelopment of these Grade II listed buildings and the proposed development will increase city centre living,” said Rawson.

Other properties which are being put on the market are the former Debenhams building and five smaller properties on 1.28 acres of land. Together they cover 56,000 sq ft in an area that is suitable for residential, commercial and/or leisure uses.

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