River Properties has submitted plans for a mixed-use development at Lytham St Annes Way in Lytham.
The scheme, which will be built on a 15.7-hectare site, will feature up to 302 new homes, 30% of which will be affordable, alongside retirement living apartments, a care home, retail and leisure facilities and public open space.
The leisure hub will comprise a medium-sized food store, commercial space, two drive-thru restaurants and padel courts. The development will also provide more than 2.6 hectares of public open space, children’s play facilities, landscaped green corridors, biodiversity enhancement areas and a comprehensive sustainable drainage system.
Andrew Taylorson, from Eckersley, agents for the landowner, said: “The proposals have been designed to complement the surrounding residential neighbourhoods while creating a distinctive, sustainable new community development with strong pedestrian and cycling connections. New homes would front key routes and existing open spaces, helping to create an attractive gateway into Lytham from the new highway infrastructure and promoting natural surveillance throughout the development.”
Graham Love, from S&L Planning Consultants, which advised on the planning application, added: “This proposal represents an opportunity to deliver a high quality and sustainable extension to the existing community, providing much-needed homes, affordable housing and specialist accommodation alongside new amenities and leisure facilities. The scheme has been carefully designed to create a strong sense of place while responding positively to its surroundings.
“Extensive landscaping, public open space, and biodiversity enhancements will ensure that the development delivers environmental, social and economic benefits. The proposals will help meet a range of local needs and support the continued growth of this part of St Annes, creating a vibrant and well-connected sustainable community for residents of all ages. If approved, the development will be delivered in phases and include new access arrangements from Lytham St Annes Way together with associated infrastructure, landscaping, pedestrian routes and cycle connections.”
