Wavensmere Homes has received planning permission from Amber Valley Borough Council for its revised plans for the redevelopment of Milford Mills in north Derbyshire.
The company will deliver 69 new homes on the site, which overlooks the River Derwent and is within the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The redevelopment of the 1780-built former cotton mill will create 42 two- and three-bedroom houses and 27 one- and two-bedroom apartments, within a four-storey building overlooking the river and Mill Lade.
Houses at the gas-free development will be installed with air source heat pumps and the apartments will have electric heating, with solar PV panels fitted to the roof of the building to generate renewable energy.
James Dickens, managing director of Wavensmere Homes, said: “Milford is one of the most sought-after villages in north Derbyshire, with the area’s historical importance reflected in the UNESCO World Heritage status. We are pleased to have received the go-ahead to amend the extant plans and move forward with this important £22m redevelopment project to provide much-needed quality new homes. During the planning process, we have already been approached by over 600 local people keen to secure a house or apartment here, with 21 having first refusal of their choice of plot.
“Milford Mills will have a clear focus on sustainability and renewable energy, while delivering natural stone facades that reflects the traditional architecture of this village and the nearby market town of Belper. Our team will now progress with pre-construction preparations and we look forward to being able to start construction for the 69 riverside houses and apartments in the coming months.”
