Park Hill development shortlist announced

Amec, Lovells, George Wimpey and Urban Splash have been shortlisted to redevelop Park Hill in Sheffield. The four firms were picked from a list of 14 submissions by Sheffield City Council and English Partnerships.

Three registered socials landlords (RSL) have also been shortlisted: Derwent Living; Manchester Methodist Housing; and Riverside Housing.

Park Hill is the largest Grade II listed building in the country. The redevelopment of the 13ha site is intended to create a mixed-use sustainable development to include owner-occupied housing and social rented properties, managed by the chosen RSL. Work will include permanent repairs to the exterior, structural repairs and the refurbishment of the interior.

Meanwhile, the Guinness Trust in partnership with Bellway Homes (Northern Home Counties) will be responsible for developing around 230 homes in Milton Keynes. the demonstration project will include environmental initiatives such as rainwater harvesting and combined heat and power systems.