Devolution promises to help unlock more brownfield sites for house building

Hull City Council says a proposed devolution deal for the region would provide up to £4.6m over the next two years to pave the way for new brownfield land homes in the city, with the possibility of more to follow.

Brownfield land – which has previously been developed – plays a key role in meeting the need for new housing in Hull.

The council says Hull has seen a rise in demand for city centre living and this funding would help to provide that, as well as giving new powers to drive regeneration and building more affordable homes.

A proposed devolution agreement for Hull and East Yorkshire is currently the subject of an eight-week public consultation, which began on 2 January.

Councillor Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, said: “Local people tell me that new homes in the city is a priority for them and this devolution deal delivers on this major issue.

“Many of the development sites in Hull are on brownfield land and funding from this new devolution deal would help to bring new homes built more quickly.

“The council’s planning work ensures high-quality development meets the needs of the surge in demand for city centre living.

“East Bank Urban Village, a project already underway, is a proven example of the council’s commitment to this.

“The scheme will provide hundreds of new homes and offer much more for the city on a long-term brownfield site.

“Crucially, the funding we would receive from this deal will enable us to progress with more projects like this.

“It is vitally important that people in Hull have their say on this proposed deal, knowing what is on offer to the city.”