Mixed-use plans for former cutlery works approved

Planning consent has been granted for a mixed-use development of residential and commercial units on the site of a former cutlery works in Sheffield.Citu, supported by ID Planning, submitted an application to Sheffield City Council towards the end of 2019 for development on the Richardsons Cutlery Works site on Alma Street in Kelham Island.The mixed-use development would comprise 114 residential properties and two commercial units. The proposal also includes 37 parking spaces within the undercroft car park as well as cycle facilities.The residential element would comprise one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units, with a mix of apartments and houses.One of the commercial units is earmarked for a bar or restaurant while the second would be flexible to support office, retail or bar use.The plans include open space in the form of a new square ‘Kelham Square’ and a multi-functional public space.The council has now granted planning permission for the development, subject to conditions, under delegated powers.Planning consent was previously granted in 2015 for a mixed-use development featuring 98 flats on the site.