Green light for 336 apartment development
A 23-storey build-to-rent (BTR) scheme in Sheffield, lodged with planners earlier this year by Godwin Developments has today received planning permission for the construction of 336-apartments on the edge of the city centre.
The development – named The Meridian and situated close to Sheffield’s railway station – will include one, two and three-bedroom modern open-plan apartments and 94 private balconies.
The scheme also incorporates a large amount of ground floor amenity space for a concierge reception, co-working spaces and a residents’ only lounge and gym.
It features a landscaped roof garden and plaza fronting onto Queens Road, as well as 358 cycle storage and 29 car parking spaces.
James Mulcare, head of residential capital markets at Godwin Developments, said: “We are delighted to have received planning consent from Sheffield City Council for this scheme.
“The development is a major milestone for the BTR market in the city, bringing forward a multifunctional living space that is also perfect for working, relaxing and socialising.
“The Meridian is a well-located scheme of exceptional design quality shaped around the requirements and lifestyles of city centre residents.
“It emphasises wellbeing, light, natural materials and finishes, as well as access to private and shared outdoor space and community focused amenities.”
The scheme will redevelop a 1.1-acre brownfield site – a former bowling green at the British Rail Club Sports Ground in Farm Road – which has been vacant for many years.
It is a ten-minute walk from the city centre including Sheffield’s main shopping and entertainment districts.
Ketan Patel, senior development manager at Godwin Developments, added: “We are grateful for the help and support provided to us by the Sheffield City Council planning team, which has led to the successful outcome of our planning application today.
“It has resulted in the creation of a landmark building that is simple and effective in design and adds positively to the city’s new skyline.
“When built, The Meridian will become a welcome focal point for residents and visitors to Sheffield, realising the council’s ambitions for the city.
“We would like to thank the members of the planning committee, the statutory consultees that have worked alongside us in the last few months, as well as planning experts Urbana Town Planning, architects Bond Bryan, consultants Rider Levett Bucknall and engineers HSP Consulting.”
