Lodge Lane

The proposed development includes 98 high-quality, sustainable apartments, offering a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom homes. Ten percent of these homes will be wheelchair-accessible dwellings, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility. The plans also feature nearly 30,500 sqft of modern commercial space, including a restaurant, cinema, and bowling alley, all aimed at creating a lively and active destination for residents and visitors.

A key feature of the redevelopment is a new public square, designed to serve as a central gathering space for leisure, events, and social interaction. Surrounded by landscaped improvements along Lodge Lane and Albert Street, this space will include abundant planting to enhance biodiversity and create a welcoming environment.

The proposals emphasise sustainability, with features such as high efficiency air source heat pumps, rooftop photovoltaic panels, and a fabric-first energy strategy. Urban greening initiatives, including green roofs and rain gardens, will enhance environmental performance while improving the aesthetic appeal of the development. The commercial spaces are designed to achieve BREEAM Excellent certification, further underscoring the commitment to sustainability.

The site will also retain 80 secure public parking spaces on the ground floor, while adopting a car-free approach for residential development, supported by the site’s excellent public transport accessibility. The plans aim to reduce reliance on car use, promoting sustainable modes of transport and supporting the transition to a greener urban environment.

We submitted a planning application in late 2024, and expect to have permission in place in 2025 so construction can commence.