Green light for phase 2 of Weavers Triangle
BARNFIELD Investment Properties has won planning consent for the £12m redevelopment of the Sandygate Mill complex – part of the historic Weavers Triangle in Burnley.
A joint venture between Burnley Borough Council and Barnfield Construction, the plans include the conversion of the derelict industrial buildings, Sandygate Mill and Slater Terrace into office space.
Designed by Campbell Driver Partnership, 24,876 sq ft project also includes the conversion of Sandygate weaving shed into a car park and outline consent for the conversion of the derelict Waterloo Hotel into commercial floorspace.
Gareth Smith, project director, of Barnfield Investment Properties, said: “We are committed to the ongoing regeneration of Burnley and the approval of this phase of development means we can continue with the redevelopment of Weavers Triangle and help revitalise this part of town.
“By securing planning permission in this timescale we will be able ensure Regional Growth Funding can be used to help deliver these plans successfully.”
Daniel Jackson, associate, of Indigo Planning, which advised Barnfield on the planning application, said: “This proposal will transform the deteriorating listed Slater Terrace and Sandygate Mill which has been empty for over 20 years and will help provide significant benefits to the area including new jobs, improved connections through the site as well as providing significant infrastructure, highway and environmental enhancements.”
The conversion of a Grade II-listed Victoria Mill in to a University Technical College, the first phase of the planned regeneration, is currently under construction.
The next phase of development will include elements such as student accommodation and leisure. Construction is due to begin in the next few months.
