Plans approved for 77-bed residential scheme in Chester worth £6.5m

Property developer Watkin Jones plc has received planning consent for a residential development scheme on land currently being used as a car park on Hunter Street in Chester.

Watkin Jones, which has a focus on the student accommodation sector, will deliver a £6.5m, 77 bed scheme on Hunter Street.

The development is anticipated to be completed in the summer of 2018.

This adds to the 330 student beds already being developed in Chester, by Watkin Jones for delivery during the summer of 2017.

Mark Watkin Jones, chief executive officer of Watkin Jones plc, said: “The Group is delighted to have secured planning consent for this new development.

“This development when completed, will service students at the University of Chester and the University of Law and we are pleased to have added the Hunter Street site to our already impressive portfolio in Chester.

“The look and appearance of the development will be modern however we will ensure the selected materials will be reflective of the overall character and appearance of the area.

“The demand for student accommodation is growing and this latest scheme adds further validation to our business model.”

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