Proposals have been revealed for approximately 310 studio, 1, 2 and 3 bed apartments as well as communal, co-working and creative space in Leeds.
Mabgate Yard, on Mabgate in Leeds, will bring a landmark development to a brownfield site within an existing creative environment. The proposals are centred around a communal heart, acting as a focal point for residents to meet, relax and collaborate and the development will also benefit from landscaped outdoor areas and extensive planting.
Located on a key gateway site, close to St James’s University Hospital and the city centre, each of the apartments will be available solely for rent.
The development will be sustainable, and opportunities for on-site energy generation will be explored.
The proposals are being brought forward by HBD, a Yorkshire founded developer.
It is anticipated that a hybrid planning application, seeking permission for the principle of development, will be submitted by February 2022; further ‘reserved matters’ planning applications will be submitted in the second half of 2022 to agree the details of appearance, access, landscaping, layout and scale.
Richard Hinds, development surveyor at HBD, said: “We have developed plans for this site that we are proud of and feel the scheme complements the existing urban community. We’re excited to share the plans with the community and invite their feedback.
“As a hybrid planning application, with elements of the design still to decide, public consultation is vital and we are keen to know the thoughts of local residents and businesses. We will then be able to incorporate these ideas and opinions in our final planning applications.
“Leeds is one of the most exciting places in the UK to live and work and we are committed to bringing forward a scheme for this neighbourhood that we can all be proud of. We respect the unique character and history of Mabgate and believe these designs will sit well alongside existing buildings, but also help the area develop and grow.”
