Extensive works to spearhead town overhaul.
Vital demolition works are being planned in the Northampton Enterprise Zone. Once completed, they will pave the way for a flagship office development at St Peter’s Waterside.
Covering a stretch of brownfield land between the River Nene and St Peter’s Way, the site has been acquired by WNDC. It has applied to Northampton Borough Council to demolish all of the properties it owns there, including 10 houses and 5 business premises.
With the current occupiers ready to relocate, demolition of the houses could start this summer, followed by the commercial units in autumn.
Peter Mawson, WNDC’s Chief Executive said: “Since this area was identified as a regeneration priority, we have been helping the various occupiers to start afresh in better locations. That process is almost complete and the transformation of St Peter’s Waterside can move ahead.
“The site has huge potential, overlooking the River Nene, as well as the new and improved railway station, which will start construction this year. The demolition works are an exciting step in our plans and they will signal a new beginning for Northampton’s Waterside.”
Cllr David Mackintosh, leader of Northampton Borough Council, said: “This is an important milestone in the development of Northampton town centre. St Peter’s Waterside is a fundamental element of the Enterprise Zone and will address a shortfall in quality office space available in Northampton.
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