Over 700 Waterfront Homes Approved For Belfast’s Titanic Quarter

Plans for 778 new waterfront homes in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter have been approved for development.Belfast City Council has granted planning permission for the proposals which will see a new urban community created along the waterfront. Designed by Todd architects, the new homes will include a range of housing types, including one, two or three-bed homes, and studio apartments.The Loft Lines development will start in late summer 2022 and be fully completed by August 2025, providing a range of Build to Rent, social and affordable apartment homes to Titanic Quarter for the first time.Led by Lacuna Developments and Watkin Jones PLC, working in association with Titanic Quarter Limited and Belfast Harbour, this project signals the Council’s ambitions to invest in mixed tenure city centre living, supporting the delivery of residential targets set by the Belfast Agenda.The approved development seeks to increase vibrancy and attract greater footfall to this part of Belfast through the inclusion of ground floor uses that boast busy active frontages and a large commitment to public realm, promenade and a one-acre park for city residents and visitors to enjoy within the waterfront design. A large number of private amenity spaces will be included for residents. Green travel measures and sustainability within the scheme design are also key to support the city’s drive towards a reduced carbon footprint.A local contractor is expected to be appointed which will help create a significant number of construction jobs for the local economy over a three-year period.