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Green light for new neighbourhood on former West Edinburgh brownfield site

Proposals for a residential-led, mixed-use development at Edinburgh Gateway, the site of the former Saica packaging facility in West Edinburgh, have been given the green light by councillors yesterday (Wednesday 17th December).

The application by regeneration specialist, Summix Capital, was granted planning permission, subject to conditions, by councillors on the Council’s Development Management Sub-Committee.

The Edinburgh Gateway development provides a unique opportunity to regenerate this former industrial site on Turnhouse Road, covering 15.5 acres (6.3 hectares).

This brownfield site is allocated in the Council’s City Plan 2030 for residential-focused redevelopment, and its granting will deliver one of the most exciting and best-connected development sites in Scotland.

The flagship vibrant new neighbourhood aims to deliver a mix of uses. This includes the delivery of 957 homes, 35 per cent of which are affordable, plus a new hotel with 172 bedrooms. In addition, ground-floor retail. commercial and community uses are proposed, as well as the creation of new public realm and a station interface with associated landscaping, infrastructure, car parking and access arrangements.

The proposed housing will include tenure-blind affordable housing to address the city’s well-publicised housing emergency and will provide accessible family homes and Build to Rent (BTR) accommodation. BTR sees homes built specifically for rent, rather than sale.

The development masterplan defines seven development plots. Plots 1 and 2 will deliver private sale housing; Plots 3 and 4 are dedicated to BTR homes; and Plots 5 and 6 contribute to the city’s affordable housing provision. Plot 7 will accommodate the new hotel.

A range of local services is available within the area, including public transport, education, food retail opportunities and recreation facilities

The site reflects excellent access to existing or planned sustainable transport networks, making the low-car-ownership/low-car-travel policy targets achievable. This includes direct pedestrian access to the Edinburgh Gateway Railway Station, with both it and Edinburgh Gateway Tram Station located within easy walking distance.

The landscaping proposals offer a wide range of outdoor experiences for users, with high-quality open space, including public realm and communal areas throughout the development.

A northern park area with a rain garden is proposed, along with wildflower meadows, tree planting, and a formal playground, lawn, and picnic areas.  Additionally, two new civic squares are envisaged.

Delivering biodiversity enhancements, the proposals present opportunities for stronger connections throughout the site and the surrounding area, with a pedestrian focus and ample, easily accessible amenity open spaces for future residents and users of the proposed development.

Stuart Black, Development Director for Summix Capital, said: “The granting of this planning application for Edinburgh Gateway will create one of Scotland’s most exciting and best-connected neighbourhoods, representing a significant investment in the capital.

“Redeveloping one of the last significant pieces of brownfield land in the city into a brand-new, sustainable mixed-use community, Edinburgh Gateway will support the tackling of the city’s well-publicised housing emergency. 

“We look forward to continuing to work with the local community and Council officers, as we progress the delivery of the development.”

Spain-based paper and cardboard company Saica has relocated to a purpose-built facility at Deans Road in Livingston.  It is active in nine other European countries.

Project Team:

Architect & Lead Designer: 3DReid

Landscape Architect: re-form

Planning Consultant: CBRE

Project Manager: Arcadis

Structural Engineer: Goodson Associates

MEP engineer: Henderson Warnock

Townscape and Visual Impact Assessment: Turley

Sustainability Consultant: Carbon. Climate.

Certified Fire Engineer: OFR Consulting

Transport Consultant: Dougall Baillie

Ecologist Direct Ecology Daylight / Sunlight: Anstey Horne

Acoustics and Wind: RWDI

About Summix Capital

Summix Capital is a regeneration company specialising in development projects across the UK and Ireland.  Working with its partners, it has successfully delivered thousands of homes since its foundation in 2006.

Summix Capital works closely with sector specialists across the property space, unlocking challenging sites and helping speed up what can often be a long development process from conception to delivery. Its aspiration is to ensure that housing, student accommodation and mixed-use schemes are delivered where they are most needed.

The company’s vision for regeneration involves taking on sites with vacant possession of dormant, dilapidated structures and developing a viable plan for their redevelopment and repurposing.  At a time when the demand for housing far outstrips supply, a steady flow of land is essential. 

Further information about Summix is available at: https://summix.com/

Cala Homes unveils new city centre development St Crispin’s Court

An award-winning Scottish homebuilder has launched a 37-home development in Edinburgh with the release of its first homes, which are now available to reserve off-plan.  

Cala Homes (East) recently launched the St Crispin’s Court development, which will feature 23 three-bedroom townhouses and 14 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, each of which has been carefully curated so it offers the best in modern city living.  

The contemporary townhouses are all three-bedroom and enjoy peaceful gardens accessed by bi-fold doors from your open plan kitchen / living area. Each of these homes further benefit from a separate study, ideal for working from home.  

Prospective buyers seeking apartment living within this popular Edinburgh location won’t have to wait long with a selection of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments due to be released later this summer.  

All homes at St Crispin’s Court have been designed to maximise space, offer flexible layouts, excellent storage, and have access to outdoor space to enjoy. The beauty of the surrounding area has also been considered, with lounges and bedrooms designed to enjoy a southernly elevation. There are attractive views across the development towards Arthur’s Seat and city skyline.  

Homes at St Crispin’s Court will benefit from the high specification and energy efficiency that Cala is well known for. Each home comes with a stylish studio-designed kitchen complete with Siemens or Bosch appliances, in the bathrooms prospective buyers will find a Laufen sanitaryware and vanities along with a selection of Porcelanosa tiling.  

Situated in the popular Blackford area of Edinburgh, just three miles from Edinburgh city centre, the development benefits from a range of nearby amenities which are within walking distance including independent shops, restaurants, bars and cafes as well as a selection of excellent schools. 

Prospective buyers at St Crispin’s Court can also enjoy a range of nearby activities, from tennis at Braid Tennis Club to a round of golf at Craigmiller Golf Course, or a scenic walk at nearby Blackford Hill. As well as being just a stone’s throw away from the bustling bars and restaurants of Morningside, and the great local amenities of Cameron Toll.  

Kim Newbigging, Regional Sales and Marketing Director at Cala Homes (East), said: “We are delighted to have now launched our latest development, St Crispin’s Court in Edinburgh. Our latest new build development in an already well-established area of Edinburgh,  

“This exciting new development is ideally located for urban city living with great transport links to Edinburgh city centre, as well as the convenience of nearby amenities located on its doorstep in Cameron Toll and Morningside.   

“With the mix of townhouses and apartments, there is something to suit a wide selection of buyers from professionals to families or those looking to downsize. I’d urge anyone who is thinking about making their move to St Crispin’s Court to act quickly.” 

Prices at St Crispin’s Court start from £769,995 for a three-bedroom townhouse.

Apartments are due to launch later this summer with prices from £325,000. Our on site sales office is now open by appointment. 

To learn more, and to register your interest, visit: https://www.cala.co.uk/homes-for-sale/scotland/edinburgh/st-crispin-s-court/ 

Transport Scotland risks legal action at taxpayers’ expense, says MSP

South Queensferry residents are embroiled in a bitter battle with Transport Scotland to secure road access to their new homes. 

Transport Scotland have refused access to the Ferrymuir Gait road forcing all residents from the new development to travel through the existing Varney Estate.

All 124 houses on the development must now use Henry Ross Place despite Ferrymuir Gait being the most direct route into the housing development.

Heavy construction traffic used Ferrymuir Gait throughout the build. 

The developer has offered to upgrade the road to adoptable standards and Edinburgh Council has indicated a will to adopt the road once this takes place.

Transport Scotland could risk court action if the refusal to permit access continues. 

Lothian MSP Foysol Choudhury said: “There is considerable anger among residents from both developments.  They are strongly in favour of Ferrymuir Gait being used to access the new development.

“Despite my attempts at mediation, this issue has remained irreconcilable for many months, and looks like it will inevitably end in legal action.

“For the sake of the use of one road, Transport Scotland appear to be willing to drag this through the courts at what will inevitably be great expense to the taxpayer.

“I do not believe that the Scottish public will see legal action to prevent residents’ access to new homes as a good or explicable use of public funds.

“It seems to me that it is clearly in the public interest – from the point of view of the residents and the Scottish taxpayer – that this matter be settled reasonably between the two parties.