Plan for 150 homes ‘will be an exemplar of sustainable design’
Keyland Developments, the property trading arm of Kelda Group and sister-company to Yorkshire Water, is seeking consent from North Yorkshire Authority to deliver 150 new homes.
The scheme in Pickering, North Yorkshire, would include a mix of housing types on a 12.4-acre site. The vacant site is north of Whitby Road on the north-eastern edge of of Pickering.
A masterplan for the development has been devised by architects Tate + Co, whose past projects include working with The Eden Project.
It seeks to create one to four-bedroom homes as well as areas of public space and a large-scale “green corridor” for Pickering.
Matthew Turnbull, land & planning manager at Keyland, said: “Following our recent community consultations, this development represents a significant opportunity to deliver much-needed new homes for the Pickering area.
“The sensitive and sustainable design supports inclusive community growth, promotes active and healthy lifestyles, enhances ecological networks and positively contributes to Pickering’s economic and social fabric.
“We look forward to receiving feedback on our plans which we are confident will make a valuable and lasting addition to the town.”
Laurence Pinnfire, director at Tate + Co, added: “Working to Keyland’s ‘Blueprint for development’, the proposed scheme will be an exemplar of sustainable design.
“Demonstrating our commitment to Regenerative Architecture, the sympathetic masterplan takes into account the nature of the site, the character of its surroundings and the location’s existing areas of biodiversity to create a diverse and inclusive, community environment.
“New green links will provide improved connections with the local town and new county park. The masterplan will also deliver high-quality, ecological habitat.”
