St James Securities has submitted a planning application for a landmark 106,544 sq ft Grade A office building at 3 Springwell Square in Derby.
The low carbon eight-storey development will be built on the former Duckworth Square site and forms part of the £200m Becketwell regeneration scheme. The plans also include significant improvements to the public realm, with an extension to Springwell Square and a new pocket park on Macklin Street.
The office building, which is being developed by St James Securities and Peveril Securities for Derby City Council, is one of two locations shortlisted for the headquarters of Great British Railways (GBR), following Derby’s selection as the national home of the new organisation.
Subject to approvals, construction is anticipated to start in summer 2027 with completion targeted for late spring 2029.
Paul Morris, development director at St James Securities, said: “The submission of the planning application for 3 Springwell Square marks another important milestone in the continued regeneration of Becketwell and the transformation of Derby city centre. The proposals have been shaped by the valuable feedback received during the public consultation, and we’re pleased to bring forward plans for a landmark office building that will deliver high quality, sustainable workspace alongside attractive new public spaces in the heart of the city.
“We’re looking forward to continuing to work closely with Derby City Council, Peveril Securities and local stakeholders as the application progresses through the planning process and takes another step towards becoming a reality.”
Nadine Peatfield, leader of Derby City Council, added: “Becketwell is one of our flagship regeneration projects, bringing work, leisure and living back to our high streets. The submission of this planning application for 3 Springwell Square is another milestone in the development. The support we’ve seen for Springwell Square in recent consultations shows how strongly residents and businesses believe in our vision for the site.
“It is a fantastic example of what can be achieved through strong partnership working between the council, St James Securities, Peveril Securities and our wider city stakeholders. The addition of high quality office space will bring hundreds of new jobs and significant economic benefits to the city centre. More people will travel on our public transport, eat in our restaurants, and support our amazing local businesses.”
