Winvic main contractor on £150m BTR scheme in Leeds

Winvic Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for a new build-to-rent (BTR) scheme in Leeds. 

Developer PLATFORM_ has formed a £150 million joint venture (JV) with Housing Growth Partnership (HGP), the Lloyds-backed equity investor, to deliver a 451-apartment scheme in the city. 

It represents the first phase of a 1.3 million sq. ft mixed-use development on Sweet Street, in the South Bank regeneration area. 

Securing consent from Leeds City Council in 2023, the previously vacant site will include 1,351 BTR homes and 150,000 sq. ft of commercial space, representing more than £500 million of investment. 

Other amenities include a gym, residents’ lounges, co-working spaces, roof terraces and green spaces. 

The refurbishment of historic pub, The Commercial Inn, and creation of a 4,000 sq. ft convenience store is also planned alongside a new public square. 

All homes will be EPC ‘B’ rated or above and feature renewable energy sources, energy-efficient heating and lighting systems, and smart in-home technologies. 

The Sweet Street development will create around 360 jobs during construction and support more than 1,000 jobs once completed across the residential, commercial and leisure uses within the scheme. 

The development is scheduled for completion at the start of 2027. 

Winvic’s managing director for multi-room, Mark Jones, said: “We are looking forward to working with PLATFORM_ once again on this significant scheme, which will set new standards for sustainable urban living in Leeds.  

“Our shared focus on quality and community-centred design ensures we will deliver a vibrant and sustainable neighbourhood that future generations can be proud of.  

“This development will play a key role in transforming the Leeds skyline, and we are proud to be part of it.  

“With our collaborative approach and focus on quality and excellence, we’re confident in the successful delivery of this development, and we look forward to progressing through the construction phases toward completion.” 

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