SUMMIX Capital has submitted a planning application to City of Edinburgh Council for a residential-led, mixed-use development at Edinburgh Gateway, the site of the former Saica packaging facility.
Edinburgh Gateway aims to regenerate the former industrial location on Turnhouse Road, which covers 15.5 acres. The brownfield site is allocated in the council’s City Plan 2030 for residential-focused redevelopment.
The new neighbourhood will deliver a mix of uses, including 950+ homes (35% of which will be affordable homes), and a new hotel with over 170 bedrooms.
The housing proposed will include tenure blind affordable housing, family homes, and Build to Rent (BTR) accommodation. The development masterplan defines seven development plots. Plots 1 and 2 will deliver private sale housing; Plots 3 and 4 are dedicated to BTR homes; and Plots 5 and 6 contribute to the city’s affordable housing provision. Plot 7 will accommodate the new hotel.
A new network of streets and public spaces will integrate with the surrounding area.
Stuart Black, development director for Summix Capital, said, “We are delighted to be submitting this planning application for Edinburgh Gateway, which represents a significant investment in the capital. Our exciting proposals provide a unique opportunity to redevelop one of the last major pieces of brownfield land in the city into a brand-new, sustainable mixed-use community, supporting the tackling of the housing emergency.
“This will ensure that Edinburgh Gateway fulfils our vision to be one of the most exciting and best-connected development sites in Scotland. The planning application follows extensive engagement with the local community, and we would like to thank individuals for taking the time to provide highly valued comments and feedback.”
Saica has relocated to a purpose-built facility at Deans Road in Livingston.
