More than 440 homes set to be built as part of Citu's Attercliffe Waterside scheme in Sheffield

The 23-acre urban regeneration scheme, which aims to transform brownfield land either side of the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal, will be one of the largest “zero carbon” communities in the UK and include more than 1,000 homes alongside creative workspaces, an arts venue and shops.

The first phase, located on the north side of the Sheffield and Tinsley canal, will develop the heart of the district, transforming six existing buildings into the new neighbourhood’s cultural centre, including bars, an independent bakery, music venue and art studios. A public and commercial square is also proposed, alongside a series of courtyard areas and new routes to the canal. A pedestrian and cycling footbridge will connect the first phase of the scheme to the south side of the river if the plans are approved..

Phase one will also include 447 homes including a mix of apartments and houses, built using Citu’s timber-framed housing system.

The houses will be constructed on a podium which sits above an under-croft car park. If planning is approved, work will begin on the leisure and commercial elements of the scheme in the autumn. This work is due to be completed in 2024, before building work start on the homes in 2025.

Chris Thompson, founder and co-director of Citu, said: “Our vision is for this area to become a new destination in Sheffield, filled with independent, creative, and spirited businesses to kickstart the regeneration of Sheffield’s East end.

"For so long, this part of the city has remained derelict and underused, and we were keen once the development deal was signed in May to swiftly move forward with our planning submission. We’ve prioritised the leisure and commercial elements of the scheme first to put this area on the map as a place to visit and enjoy, and then when the homes are built, a place to live.”

The land at Attercliffe Waterside, which is owned by Sheffield Council, was brought to market in 2019 . In May, it was announced that Sheffield City Council and Citu had exchanged contracts on a development agreement for the site.