Leeds build-to-rent development to create 350 new homes

Plans for a new build-to-rent residential development in Leeds have been put forward.

A planning application has been submitted by DPP on behalf of Galliford Try Investments for a new scheme at Flax Place to the east of the city centre.

Comprising two tower buildings of 15 and 11 storeys respectively, the development will see the creation of 350 build-to-rent one and two bedroom apartments, each with home-working facilities.

With the towers connected at lower ground floor level by a reception, the scheme will also feature shared amenity space facing on to an external courtyard for residents’ use.

Michelle Davies, director of DPP, commented: “We are delighted to work with Galliford Try Investments on this key regeneration site within Leeds.

“Our historical involvement in the site and local knowledge of Leeds meant that we were able to fully understand the constraints and opportunities and provided advice throughout the pre-application process to result in an attractive and sustainable proposal.

“The addition of dedicated home working facilities in the apartments is becoming an established part of city centre developments of this nature, reflecting the changing trends towards flexible working, particularly in light of the pandemic situation.”

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