Call-in inquiry opens for inner city redevelopment scheme in Bristol

Today a 10-day public inquiry opens for two called-in applications concerning proposals for a large mixed-use scheme to the east of Bristol Temple Meads station (known as Land at Silverthorne Lane). The applications were called-in by the Secretary of State for his own consideration on 7 December 2020. The proposals include 371 dwelling houses (including 73 affordable homes), new office space, an academic research and development space for Bristol University, 693 student flats, a new canalside walkway, and a 1,600 pupil state-funded secondary school. Bristol City Council supports the proposals. The Environment Agency as a Rule 6 Party opposes the proposals on flood risk grounds. James Maurici QC and Alex Shattock appear on behalf of the Applicant, Feeder Estates, instructed by Clarke Willmott. Heather Sargent appears on behalf of the Environment Agency. John Litton QC appears on behalf of Rule 6 Party Summix Developments, instructed by Rok Planning.