Swindon & Wiltshire News
Developer aims to help fix Bristol’s ‘chronic undersupply of student accommodation’ as it submits planning application for offices and student flats
Property developer Godwin Developments has said Bristol suffers from “a chronic undersupply of student accommodation” as it submits a planning application for a 101-bed student accommodation scheme and office space in the city centre.
Located on Newfoundland Road the proposed development features a mix of five, six, seven and nine-bedroom clusters with shared amenities and ten accessible studios in a building of seven storeys.
The ground floor incorporates shared resident and management spaces fronting onto Newfoundland Road in addition to a private garden, bike storage and service areas to the rear of the scheme.
Flexible office space of 84 sq. m. suitable for businesses in the community has also been provided.
The gateway PBSA development, designed by Bristol-based The Bush Consultancy, is within walking and cycling distance of the city centre and both universities as well as Bristol Temple Meads train station. Residents will also benefit from access to excellent public transport links situated near the scheme.
The proposed building will have a BREEAM Excellent rating, with features such as air source heat pumps, solar panels, rainwater harvesting, passive design, and a connection to the District Heat Network.
In line with Bristol’s net zero aspirations, it will be car-free, and deliver a 47 per cent reduction in carbon emissions compared to similar developments and over 50 per cent of biodiversity net gain.
The developer says social impact will be delivered through the creation of 12 local jobs when fully operational and a range of employment, learning and training opportunities during construction.
In total, sys Godwin Developments, the scheme will create over £67 million of economic benefit for Bristol and the surrounding areas.
Matt Chandler, managing director at Godwin Developments, said: “Bristol suffers from a chronic undersupply of student accommodation. Our proposals will help to alleviate the shortfall of PBSA in the city through an attractive building that benefits from close proximity to the city centre and has good transport connections to the surrounding areas of Bristol, including the universities.
“This highly sustainable scheme not only addresses Bristol’s net zero aspirations but will also reduce energy costs in operation and ensure future residents will be able to benefit from cheaper bills.”
