S Harrison Developments has submitted a planning application for a c. £100 million residential-led development at Ocean Point 2 in Leith.
Neighbouring Ocean Point 1, the development of the brownfield site will provide two buildings and comprise a mix of build-to-rent homes (BTR), including apartments specifically for families, alongside purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA).
In total, 120 BTR homes are proposed, providing a mix of studio, one, two, and three-bed apartments. There are 404 PBSA beds on offer, split between cluster accommodation and studio bedrooms. The former accommodation is intended to be a mix of five and six bedrooms.
Commercial space/co-working and amenity space are also proposed as part of Ocean Point 2.
It has been estimated that 325 jobs will be created directly in the construction of the overall scheme.
The development neighbours Ocean Terminal, which is set to undergo a £100 million transformation, delivering a mixed-use development comprising residential, commercial, retail and hospitality.
A spokesperson for Harrison Developments said, “Our proposed development, if approved, will bring much-needed homes and student accommodation to an area which is undergoing a rapid transformation, delivering a truly mixed community. Regenerating a current brownfield site, this development boasts excellent transport links, especially with the new tram line, and will deliver a significant investment into the local community.”
Planning and development consultancy Turley provided planning services for the project with CDA acting as architects.
