A proposed development for student flats in Nottingham, which will cater to 247 residents, is set to receive approval. PMI Developments and Harcourt Land and Development have applied to Nottingham City Council for permission to redevelop a site located behind the Victoria Centre, previously home to a tyre and car product shop, between Rick Street and Howard Street.
The plans, which include buildings ranging from three to nine storeys, would feature a mix of accommodation types: 37 cluster flats offering 197 bedrooms, alongside 50 individual studio flats. While some residents have raised concerns about noise, the scale of the project, and its impact on local services, planning officers have recommended approval. They argue that the building’s design is comparable in size to other new structures in the area and that the existing building lacks architectural significance.
There have also been concerns about the concentration of student housing in the vicinity, but officials emphasise that demand for student accommodation remains high. By providing dedicated student housing, the development could reduce the pressure on the city’s broader rental market.
The planning committee is expected to review the proposal at its upcoming meeting.
