A 336-acre sustainable urban extension scheme in Skegness, Lincolnshire, has secured approval from East Lindsey District Council.
The site, known as Skegness Gateway, sits to the west of the town on land principally owned by farming business Croftmarsh, with additional areas owned by the Scarbrough family.
The proposals include up to 1,000 new homes and more than 49 acres of business, industrial and community space. In addition, the Skegness Gateway site includes provision for a new crematorium, 78 acres of green open space, supported living options and a new local centre.
The development is expected to bring more than £300m in economic benefits to the town, creating hundreds of jobs.
Sue Bowser of Croftmarsh said: “Having farmed the land at Croftmarsh for 30 years, it was always hoped that it could eventually be used for development. Now is a chance for prospective consultants, developers and investors to look more closely at our plans and be a part of transforming Skegness’s future.”
Steve Kirk, East Lindsey District Council portfolio holder for coastal economy, said: “Alongside our ongoing Towns Fund and levelling up projects, the positive impact of these developments will be felt for generations to come, and I look forward to continuing to see them become a reality in the months and years ahead.”
Enabling works on the new Skegness TEC college (pictured) on the Skegness Gateway site are already under way after planning permission was granted in February last year.
Image courtesy of Cartwright Communications
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