Multi-million pound apartment scheme plans put forward for 150,000 sq ft derelict mill

Plans to redevelop the iconic Conditioning House in Bradford, which has been derelict for almost 30 years, into apartments and offices have been unveiled.

Leeds-based property developers Priestley Homes has announced plans to transform the building into 133 luxury apartments, Grade A office space, gym and cafe.

The 150,000 sq ft Victorian mill, formerly the main testing building for all wool, is the only one of its kind in the UK.

Priestley Homes purchased the building in 2016 and plans have now been submitted to the council for approval. It says the development value for the scheme is £15.6m.

The development firm specialise in conversions of historic mills with many projects completed across the north of England over recent years.

Priestley Homes CEO Mr Nathan Priestley said: “We are very excited to finally unveil our plans for this truly one of a kind building. It has taken many months to design the best use for these former mills and we are very impressed with the final results. A mixed use development of the highest standard, will ensure this majestic building gets what it deserves and its future secured for many years to come.

“The finished apartments will be sold to owner occuppiers and buy to let investors worldwide. We will also retain a number of the apartments ourselves due to the uniqueness they will offer. The building has already created a lot of interest and we cannot wait to get our construction works underway.”

If planning permission is secured as planned by December, the company aims to start construction through its sister company Priestley Construction in January 2018 with an expected 18 month construction programme.