Developer to submit plans for 22,000 sq ft hybrid industrial scheme
Plans to create over 22,000 sq ft of light industrial space have been set in motion after a local developer completed the purchase of a 1.23-acre site at the South Lincolnshire Food Enterprise Zone in Holbeach.
Stirlin Developments is expected to submit plans for a 12-unit hybrid office and warehouse scheme at the site after acquiring three plots of land from Lincolnshire County Council.
The development would also include traditional industrial units intended for businesses in the agri-food technology and food sectors.
It would occupy plots 3-5 and neighbour The Hub, Lincolnshire County Council’s centre for innovation at the FEZ, the University of Lincoln’s National Centre for Food Manufacturing and the headquarters of electrical engineering company AJS Automation.
James Kirby, owner of Stirlin Developments, said: “We are delighted to be able to invest in the South Lincs FEZ scheme.
“We were very impressed by the initial development concept and have followed with keen interest ever since, so were pleased to have agreed a deal with Lincolnshire County Council for three plots on the site.
“Our recent visit to the striking new serviced office space, The Hub, was further confirmation that we have made the right decision to invest in this exciting new scheme.
“We are looking forward to bringing our high-quality brand of light industrial and hybrid space to facilitate businesses in the food and agricultural industry.”
Cllr Colin Davie, executive councillor for economy and place at the county council, said: “This latest land sale is an exciting milestone in our ambitions for the South Lincolnshire Food Enterprise Zone.
“Stirlin’s proposals fit perfectly with our aspirations for the site, providing more options for food supply chain businesses wanting to locate here.
“Businesses who come to occupy these units will benefit from the knowledge, training, expertise and talent that will help them thrive in the UK’s leading innovation cluster for the food sector.”
Jasper Caudwell, marketing agent at Pygott & Crone, said: “Stirlin Developments have a proven track record in delivering high-spec warehousing and work spaces in the region and will offer a substantial addition to this ever-evolving site.
“The development will build on and enhance the already diverse offering and will facilitate business growth and job creation in the area.”
Pat Doody, Chair of the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership, added: “This investment by Stirlin Developments is a vote of confidence in the site and we hope it will be the first of many such investments at the FEZ.”
