Apartments consent to help address urgent need for more affordable homes
Planning permission has been approved in principle to build 58 one, two and three-bedroom apartments for social rent, near Leeds city centre.
Leeds & Yorkshire Housing Association (LYHA) will develop the scheme on the site of the former Yorkshire Rider Social Club, off Railway Street, at Saxton Gardens. The development has been designed by Brewster Bye Architects.
Joanna Chambers, director of assets and growth at LYHA, said: “We’re extremely pleased to secure planning permission for this development, after increasing the commitment to improving green-space provision in the area, in response to feedback from the planners.
“There is an also an urgent need for more affordable homes in Leeds city centre, that will appeal to single people, couples and families, and this development is a great step towards meeting some of that demand.
“The area surrounding the development is set to undergo significant regeneration over the coming years, as it benefits from further investment, which makes it an exciting time for this corner of Leeds.”
The five-storey scheme will comprise energy efficient homes equipped with low carbon emission heating systems, instead of traditional gas central heating.
Associate, Gareth Jackson, from Brewster Bye Architects, said: “We have designed a stand-out development that reflects LYHA’s significant investment in this part of Leeds.
“The undulating, lively form of the building, which is orientated north to south to continue the urban grain of Saxton Gardens, is an attractive design.
“All residents will be able to access the communal gardens and adjacent public amenity space, 18 parking spaces and a 58-bike cycle store.
“This development has a flexible layout, designed to help those working from home. Crucially, all the homes will also be highly accessible and adaptable for residents with limited mobility.”
Work is due to start on site in 2023 and it is estimated the build will take 18 months to complete. All nominations for initial tenancies will be made through Leeds City Council.
