Developer lodges plans for up to 1,350 apartments

Leeds City Council has received plans to create an ambitious 1.3 million sq ft mixed-use development on Sweet Street.

The proposals for the eight-acre brownfield site in the South Bank regeneration area have been submitted by build-to-rent (BTR) developer and operator, PLATFORM_.

If approved, the masterplan will deliver up to 1,350 BTR apartments, complete with resident facilities such as a gym, lounges and co-working space. There would be a mix of studio, one, two and three-bed homes.

The masterplan also includes 200,000 sq ft of commercial space, delivered across two office buildings, new leisure and retail opportunities, landscaped areas and regeneration of The Commercial pub.

A proposed new public square with shops and cafes will act as a focal point for the community.

It is expected the development will create 360 full time equivalent (FTE) jobs during construction and once completed, support more than 1,000 new FTE jobs across the proposed residential, office, retail, commercial and leisure uses.

Jean-Marc Vandevivere, CEO at PLATFORM_, said: “We see fantastic opportunities in Leeds, one of the fastest-growing cities in the UK, and the South Bank area in particular.

“We are proud to present a transformational vision to create a community-first development that epitomises the very best of inclusive, modern day living.

“The Sweet Street development represents an exciting and evolutionary addition to our portfolio, while also underlining our commitment to long-term investment in the region. We are aiming to commence works to bring our vision to life in 2023.”

Matt Willcock, development director at PLATFORM_, said: “Intrinsic to our design has been positive collaboration with Leeds City Council and stakeholders, including Leeds Civic Trust and the Holbeck Neighbourhood Forum.

“This has helped us to carefully shape our proposals to ensure the scheme responds to the requirements of the city and enriches existing neighbourhoods, helping to futureproof housing options and aid economic growth.”

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