HBD submits plans for Mabgate development

HBD has lodged plans for a development of more than 300 apartments, communal, co-working and creative space on a brownfield site on Mabgate in Leeds.The project aims to bring a landmark scheme to an underutilised site within an existing creative environment.The development, on a key gateway site between St James’s University Hospital and the city centre, would be centred around a communal heart for residents. Each of the 310 apartments would be available solely for rent.Yorkshire developer HBD has submitted a hybrid planning application to Leeds City Council, with a further ‘reserved matters’ planning applications set to be submitted at a later date to agree the details of appearance, access, landscaping, layout and scale.Richard Hinds, development surveyor at HBD, said: “We are grateful for the constructive feedback which we received from members of the public on our proposed plans for Mabgate. This is a vibrant and exciting neighbourhood with a unique creative arts scene. Our ambition is to deliver a scheme which is in keeping with this culture and heritage, and delivers on the priorities of the local community.”The comments we have received will not only help shape this hybrid planning application, but will also inform our plans for any future reserved matters application. As responsible neighbours, HBD is committed to engaging with local residents and businesses throughout the planning application and beyond.”A public consultation on the proposals was held earlier this year. Respondents to the online survey provided feedback on the design and layout of the site, the sustainability of the scheme, and the importance of retaining heritage in the local area.