There are plans to develop 120 'high quality' student flats on land at the junction of Moor Lane and Walker Street, near UCLan's University Square 🏢
, a purpose-built accommodation for 244 students in 2016, which is near the new proposed development site.
The proposal includes provision for one cycle space per apartment, located at the ground floor, to support the sustainable aspiration of reduced car parking and promote alternative routes, due to the site’s close proximity to the city and local transport links.The site location is highlighted in red The building entrance would be located to the west facing the University Square, and would have level access from Moor Lane, while limited vehicular access is proposed off Moor Lane.An amenity space is proposed at roof level for resident use only, which would serve 100 people maximum. The space would allow residents to take advantage of views over and beyond Preston.
On behalf of the applicant, agents Martin Planning Ltd said in the design and access statement: “The proposals will form a significant part of the University Square development providing an anchor building that terminates the sweeping vista across the square formed by the recently completed student services building as mark the connection to Friargate and the core town centre beyond.
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