Construction work is set to commence on a new student accommodation development in Kirklees, which will bring 134 bed spaces to the area.
This scheme will see the Co-op building at 103 New Street transformed into the new housing, adding three floors to the current structure.
SKA Developments will bring forward the scheme, utilising their experience refurbishing landmark buildings to a high standard. The units will be a mix of en-suite studios, clusters of rooms with communal facilities, and one and two bed apartments across seven floors.
The city centre project is also expected to kickstart Kirklees Council's £250m regeneration plan.
Zeb Pervaiz, Director of SKA Developments said: "This project represents an extremely important chapter in the redevelopment of the town centre and it's something we're very excited to be leading. Our plans will transform the site into a spectacular development and bring a long-vacant building back into use, helping to create a vibrant town centre.
"The scale and ambition of our plans is testament to our passion for developing quality sites, and we're delighted to be playing such an important role in Kirklees Council's wider vision. This scheme, along with our plans for the Greater Waterfront Quarter, show our ambition as a developer and represent the next phase in the growth of our business. We're currently exploring additional opportunities around the UK, including in South Yorkshire, the North East and Scotland. SKA's reputation for delivering quality schemes with trusted partners, is something we're very proud of and proud to be expanding to new areas."
Cllr Peter Mcbride, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, added: "The redevelopment of this historic building is fantastic news. The site is situated at a key gateway to the city, benefitting from its location close to main arterial routes, just minutes from the railway station and close to the town's world-class education facilities. SKA Developments have already proven themselves as a business that's committed to Kirklees and we're in full support of this important landmark scheme."
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Construction News
24/07/2019
Construction Work To Begin On Kirklees Student Accommodation


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