Sheffield City Council approves mixed-use proposal from Mace

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Plans for a mixed-use residential and student accommodation development in the centre of Sheffield have been approved by the city’s council, Mace has confirmed.

The proposed development, which is intended to revitalize a once thriving region of Sheffield’s industrial past, received official approval from the Planning Committee in mid-August. Mace will attempt to bring the iconic Grade II Listed cementation furnace to the fore by making it the focal point of the Hoyle Street development.

According to Mace, the residential element will include 247 new homes – from studio apartments to one- and two-bedroom flats – surrounding a landscaped courtyard. Elsewhere on-site, 658 student beds – comprising studio apartments, cluster flats and townhouses – will be provided, again with private, dedicated open space.

The entire development has been designed by Jefferson Sheard Architects, while CBRE has advised Mace during the planning process. The Hoyle Street site is close to the University of Sheffield’s main campus, in walking distance of the city centre and has the amenities of Kelham Island on its doorstep.

“Sheffield’s industrial heritage is a key part of its history, and the iconic cementation furnace on this site is a fantastic example of how important it is to preserve that legacy,” said David Grover, Chief Operating Officer for Development at Mace. “I’m pleased that the council has recognised the potential of this scheme, and the importance of bringing forward much-needed high quality homes and modern, attractive student accommodation for Sheffield City Centre.”

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