Sustainable warehouses set benchmark for urban, industrial space

Planning permission has been granted for a new urban industrial scheme in the heart of Hackney Wick.  Allocated as a Strategic Industrial Location (SIL), the brownfield site, close to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, will be regenerated by developer SEGRO to deliver two sustainable warehouse units totalling 53,000 square feet.  Project challenges included agreeing licences with
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A brighter future for renewable energy schemes?

As an established partner for installers and operators of renewable energy assets, Motion provides transport, highways and infrastructure advice and support at every stage of the planning application process, from initial feasibility to post-planning detailed design.  Director, John Russell, discusses obstacles that are routinely encountered in renewable energy applications, and assesses whether proposed changes to the
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Fully let PBSA for new academic year

A project to build student flats was completed in time for the start of the 2023 autumn term, helping to meet the needs of Leeds’ growing university population.  The purpose-built student accommodation was developed by Alumno with support from Motion.  All 411 units were fully occupied from the first day of operation. 
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Carbon and cost savings for family attraction

A new mains drainage system will deliver a positive impact on a leisure park’s finances and environmental footprint.  Swanley Park in Kent has decommissioned a large cesspit, following culmination of a seven-year plan to secure permission from several neighbouring landowners to lay mains drainage. 
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