Fresh plans for the next phase of the Trent Basin regeneration scheme have been approved, paving the way for a redesigned, family-focused housing development on the banks of the River Trent.
The updated plans, brought forward by sustainable developer Blueprint – a joint venture between PfP Capital and Nottingham City Council – include 79 new homes. The mix has been revised to focus more heavily on three- and four-bedroom properties, reflecting demand for larger family housing.
The wider project has been led by igloo Regeneration, with designs by Proctor and Matthews and engineering support from BWB Consulting, which has been involved in the site for more than a decade.
Trent Basin, a former industrial brownfield site, has been gradually transformed into a residential neighbourhood over recent years. Work to date has included stabilising historic river walls, preparing contaminated land for development, and installing key infrastructure such as roads and drainage systems.
Engineers have also developed a sustainable drainage strategy to manage flood risk and ensure the development does not increase pressure elsewhere. A “people-first” layout has been designed to prioritise walking and cycling, alongside plans for a new pedestrian and cycle bridge over the River Trent – the first new river crossing in Nottingham for more than 65 years.
The latest approval was secured through a Section 73 application, allowing changes to the previously approved scheme. These include alterations to the layout, landscaping and housing types to reflect current market conditions.
Project partners say the aim is to continue creating a low-carbon neighbourhood with a strong focus on community and public space.
The development has also included a significant public engagement programme, with feedback from residents, businesses and young people helping to shape the plans.
With planning permission now in place, the next phase of construction is expected to move forward, continuing the long-term regeneration of the Trent Basin area and strengthening links between the north and south banks of the River Trent.
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