First phase of Norwich City Council’s Mile Cross Depot redevelopment to go ahead
On Friday 29th November 2024 planning permission was granted by Norwich City Council for the first phase of redevelopment at the Mile Cross Depot site in Norwich.
The Mile Cross Depot site is an area with a rich history that has sat derelict since 2017 having previously served as the council’s City Works depot and later the Mile Cross Business Centre. During the Second World War the site was used as an area to dispose of rubble from nearby homes and buildings that were destroyed in the Baedeker Raids of 1942.
The first phase will comprise 67 dwellings and open space landscaped areas, cycle, and pedestrian links to the city centre and surrounding suburbs. All 67 dwellings will be socially rented, building on the council’s long legacy of providing affordable homes for city residents. The first phase of homes aims to create a welcoming community environment, that reflects the area and enhances the lives of those families and individuals who live there. It is hoped that in the future the site will see up to 200 dwellings built across three phases.
We have been working alongside a wider team to progress the pre-application and planning process. The team features largely Norwich-based companies including architects Feilden+Mawson, Richard Utting Associates, Norse Group, Carter Design Group, 4D Geo and QODA Consulting.
Initially we carried out an on-site inspection and completed a Structural Report for a boundary retaining wall before subsequent appointment to the role of Transport Consultant. In this role we provided various technical requirements including a Transport Assessment, Walking and Cycling Assessment, Travel Plan, LinSig Modelling, Access Strategy, Traffic Survey, and liaison with Norfolk County Council as Highway Authority.
“We are thrilled to see this much-needed residential site secure planning permission. The regeneration of this notable area in Mile Cross will have a long-lasting impact, not only providing essential social housing but also increasing community wellbeing and cohesion. Good quality, affordable homes can help to tackle the nation’s housing crisis.”
Mark Allen, Associate Director (Transport & Highways)
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