Bellway lodges Stainton Vale Farm plans
Close to 600 homes could be built out at the Middlesbrough site, following proposals submitted by the Newcastle-headquartered housing giant’s strategic land arm.
Bellway Strategic Land, which is working with planner Stantec, has filed plans for up to 587 private and affordable homes, which it said could be built to address Middlesbrough’s housing needs.
The professional team also includes Pod, Quants, Milestone, Pell Frischmann, Coast, BWB, FPCR, Premier Energy, JSP and Gridmark Surveys.
The plans are an update on previous intentions to deliver 514 homes and 30,000 sq ft of retail, the latter part having been discarded from the plans.
Bellway owns the 106-acre site, which would have a new access from Low Lane. The proposals show open spaces and environmental improvements, including work to enhance Stainton Beck.
Martyn Earle, strategic land director for Bellway Strategic Land, said: “These plans for Stainton Vale Farm would bring more high-quality, energy-efficient private and affordable homes to Middlesbrough. This would help people looking to buy, rent or explore shared ownership options.
“We shared our vision for the scheme with the council and the local community before submitting a planning application. Taking their feedback on board, we have proposed a scheme which would provide ecological benefits, great transport connections and a boost to the local economy through job creation.
“The development would be centred around a green open space. Our landscaping proposals would protect and enhance wildlife habitats, and a new bus loop would provide easy access to public transport.”
Stainton Vale Farm borders the A19. The new homes would be accessed via Low Lane with a new crossing for Stainton Beck.
Earle continued: “This location has previously been identified as a suitable place for new homes to be built and is highlighted as an allocation in the Draft Local Plan.
“As a responsible national housebuilder, we have the expertise and resources to ensure the homes are built in a timely manner and to the highest standards, all while increasing biodiversity and natural habitats on the site.”
Bellway’s plans can be viewed on the Middlesbrough Council planning portal with the reference 24/0251/MAJ.
