Plans to transform a long-derelict area of Mansfield town centre into social housing have been given the go-ahead.
The regeneration scheme on White Hart Street has been approved by Mansfield District Council’s Planning Committee.
The £18m development will breathe new life into the site, delivering 60 affordable homes, revitalising heritage buildings into commercial spaces, and reconnecting the area with the wider town centre. The new council homes will offer a mix of property types, including family houses and apartments for older residents.
The work is expected to begin in winter 2025 and be completed in 2028.
Councillor Stuart Richardson, portfolio holder for regeneration and skills, said: “Our White Hart Street scheme strikes a careful balance between preserving Mansfield’s rich architectural heritage and delivering much-needed regeneration.
“We’re creating a vibrant, mixed-use neighbourhood that both celebrates our industrial past and responds to the housing and community needs of today.
“This site has remained derelict for far too long and has struggled to attract private investment. It’s been crying out for a bold, deliverable vision – and this is exactly that.
“I’m thrilled we can now move forward with this transformational scheme that will not only provide high-quality council homes but also reinvigorate a key part of our town centre for the benefit of residents, businesses, and visitors alike.”
The design for the scheme was developed by Proctor and Matthews Architects, who were selected following a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) international design competition in 2023, commissioned by the council to ensure a distinctive and high-quality architectural approach.
Harrison Symonds, senior associate and architect at Proctor and Matthews, said: “Our proposals for White Hart Street set a benchmark for brownfield town centre regeneration. The design integrates and revitalises key heritage buildings to form community spaces at the heart of the development.
“The new mixed-use quarter celebrates the rich history of Mansfield while responding to the intricate grain and sensitively repairing the urban fabric.
“The support given by Mansfield’s planning committee will serve as a catalyst for the regeneration of the town and provide much needed affordable housing.”
