Tilia Homes Central has obtained committee approval for the development of a 12-hectare derelict brownfield site in Northampton, marking a significant step in a multi-million pound regeneration initiative.
The housebuilder is working in partnership with Homes England on the project, which has recently been recommended for approval by the West Northamptonshire Council’s planning committee.
The area off Ransome Road in Far Cotton, Northampton, has remained unused since the closure of the Northampton to Peterborough Branch Railway in the 1970s. The site includes the Grade II listed former Midland Railway Locomotive Shed, situated to the north of the planned development on the University’s property.
Roughly half of the site formerly served as a landfill, and there is a continuous effort to remediate the land for prospective development. The site has been designated for residential development in the Local Plan for an extended period.
Tilia Homes will build 217 homes in a selection of styles, sizes, and designs, including a provision of affordable homes. The development will feature a high proportion of open space and a new play area.
Amerjit Atwal, Regional Managing Director for Tilia Homes Central, commented: “Our vision to regenerate this neglected site off Ransome Road has moved closer to becoming a reality.
“Restoring landfill land back into usable living and recreational space is essential if we are to meet housing targets and we look forward to turning this once-neglected space into a thriving new community that people are proud to call home.
“Our energy-efficient properties would help to alleviate a general housing shortage in Northampton, as we aim to fulfil our mission of supporting people at every stage of the housing ladder.
“As well as providing more green, open space that people can enjoy, our proposed development layout also pays particular attention to the provision of additional public parking and the needs of the local community.”