Inhabit are proposing significant investment in Leeds with the regeneration of the vacant former Yorkshire Chemical Works site (City Reach 1) and former Bus Depot site (City Reach 2) on Kirkstall Road, transforming the sites into a major new sustainable mixed tenure residential community. This exciting development will not only provide high quality homes but also provide major public open space and open-up the waterfront along this part of the River Aire by creating 2 parks and a riverside walk. CITY REACH, KIRKSTALL ROAD PROPOSAL FOR A MAJOR MIXED RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY SITE CONTEXT The sites are located to the west of Leeds City Centre, bound to the north by Kirkstall Road and the south by the River Aire. The newly developed residential community of Otter Island lies to the south of the River Aire, and the proposals seek to increase connectivity to this site and beyond through the provision of a new pedestrian bridge.
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Inhabit are proposing significant investment in Leeds with the regeneration of the vacant formerYorkshire Chemical Works site (City Reach 1) and former Bus Depot site (City Reach 2) on KirkstallRoad, transforming the sites into a major new sustainable mixed tenure residential community.
This exciting development will not only provide high quality homes but also provide major publicopen space and open-up the waterfront along this part of the River Aire by creating 2 parks and ariverside walk.
C I T Y R E AC H , K I R K S TA L L R OA DP R O P O S A L F O R A M A J O R M I X E D R E S I D E N T I A L C O M M U N I T Y
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The sites are located to the west of Leeds City Centre, bound to the north by Kirkstall Road and the south by the River Aire.
The newly developed residential community of Otter Island lies to the south of the River Aire, and the proposals seek to increase connectivity to this site and beyond through the provision of a new pedestrian bridge.
Outline planning permission was granted on City Reach 1 in July 2016 for up to 1,010 residential units across arange of private sector rental, private for sale and student homes, along with supporting retail, business andleisure uses.
Following Inhabits acquisition of the adjoining Bus Depot Site (City Reach 2) a comprehensive high-qualitymasterplan approach can be brought forward for both sites, enabling a new major community to establish itselfin this part of the City.
The development is programmed for delivery starting in Summer 2018.
Inhabit are proposing to submit two planning applications in early 2018 and wish to firstunderstand the views of those who live close to the site and may have an interest in thescheme.
Inhabit have also formally discussed the proposals with Officers at Leeds City Council and otherstatutory parties (e.g. Environment Agency, Highways England), who are supportive of theprinciple of new homes in this location and recognise the benefits that the masterplan will deliver.
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A Reserved Matters application for the detailed design of the schemewill be submitted in early 2018. The principle of the use of the site forresidential has already been established through the outline consent.
The scale and massing of the residential blocks previously approved hasbeen reduced, enabling a greater amount of public open space to beprovided on the site.
The development will include 420 private rented homes, 108 for salehomes and 309 student flats, along with a range of small shops, cateringand commercial units.
A planning application will also be submitted in early 2018 which seeks fullplanning permission for surface-level car parking for residents of City Reach 1 andCity Reach 2, and outline planning permission for redevelopment of the remainderof the site for residential use.
The development will be split into 4 blocks and comprise up to 530 residentialunits.
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The development will provide a mix of private for sale, privaterental and student accommodation, along with commercialfloorspace at ground floor level. Affordable housing will beprovided throughout both schemes in accordance with Councilpolicy.
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The proposals will deliver high quality design across two large vacant brownfield sites. The scheme will incorporatemeasures to ensure the new homes are energy efficient, and adaptable to climate change.
The development will incorporate both a linear park and river park which will create a continuous green connectionthrough from the River Aire to Kirkstall Road.
The river park will provide a high quality public open space overlooking the river, humanising the space and creating anatural, riverine feel.
Layered planting, landform and boulevard trees will create a strong green edge along Kirkstall Road, creating a softgateway into the City Centre as you approach from the west.
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A C C E S SThe proposals will result in positive impacts in terms offlood risk.
Buildings will be raised above existing ground level aspart of flood risk mitigation measures, working alongsidethe Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2, which willextend along the River Aire in 2018.
The sites are located in a highly sustainable andaccessible location on the edge of the City Centre.
Vehicular access to both sites will be gained from KirkstallRoad. The regeneration of both sites will also introducenew pedestrian and cycle routes through the site andconnections to Otter Island and other neighbouring siteson Kirkstall Road.
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B E N E F I T S O F T H E D E V E L O P M E N T
• Significant regeneration of two longstanding brownfield sites creating a major new sustainable community.
• Making a significant contribution to meeting the City’s housing needs, including affordable homes to buy and rent.
• Opening up a previously inaccessible stretch of the River Aire, creating a riverside walk.
• Environmental enhancement through remediation and new green space, including 2 new public parks.
• Financial contributions towards infrastructure projects across the City.
Inhabit will be submitting two planning applications to Leeds City Council in early 2018, whenyou will have a further opportunity to have your say on the proposals.
Inhabit would however welcome your views on the draft proposals in advance of us making theapplications.
Please email us your thoughts to the above questions or any other comments on the proposalsto [email protected], or write to us at:
City Reach Consultationc/o QuodCapitolBond CourtLeedsLS1 5SP
HAVE YOUR SAY
Do you support the regeneration of this site for a major
mixed residential development?
Do you think the nature of the development shown will
deliver an appropriate form of development?
Do you have any other comments?
(e.g. design/landscaping/connectivity)
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