Plans revealed to turn historic warehouse into major mixed-use scheme

An East Midlands developer has revealed plans to turn a landmark site in Derby City centre into a major mixed-use scheme.

Clowes Developments, the owner of Friar Gate Goods Yard and its surrounding land, is proposing a commercial and residential development, with a large open green space at its centre.

Provisional plans also include restoring the external walls of the historic and protected bonded warehouse building which Clowes hopes will remain an integral feature of the design of the scheme moving forward.

Land & planning director at Clowes Developments, Robert Hepwood, said: “Clowes Developments have been engaging in conversations to secure a viable use for the site for several years.

“Working closely with Derby City Council, Historic England and other parties including Friends of Friar Gate Bridge we have created an award-winning team of advisors including Maber Architects, Jackson Purdue Lever and Rigby and Co.
“We feel we have the right team in place to bring Friar Gate Goods Yard back to life and develop a scheme which Derby will be proud of whilst restoring some of the city’s most iconic historical buildings.”