£600m regeneration scheme takes major step forward

The c.£600m regeneration of the former Thames Valley University site in central Slough has taken a major step forward.North West Quadrant has had its design principles approved by the council’s cabinet.The scheme – which will be brought forward by urban regenerator, Muse Developments, Slough Borough Council and Slough Urban Renewal, over an eight to ten-year period – will form a key part of the council’s Heart of Slough regeneration.It will be a major stimulus to the local economy, bringing jobs, housing and high-quality public realm to the centre of the town, the council has said.The project is expected to include a mix of new homes across a range of tenures, commercial workspace, and leisure and cultural facilities along with extensive public open space.The ideas for the project will now form the basis of the public engagement and consultation, with local residents and community stakeholders being encouraged to provide their ideas and suggestions for the project and participate in an online discussion with members of the project team.The initial consultation will inform the detailed masterplan and designs, that will be prepared in time to submit a planning application by the end of March next year.