Fresh proposals have been lodged for the ambitious scheme
How the scheme on the outskirts of Newark is anticipated to appear upon completion(Image: Tritax Big Box)
Work on the extensive initiative set to deliver approximately 1,000 positions and substantial investment to Nottinghamshire may commence in early 2027.
Comprehensive proposals have been put forward for a major logistics complex that will expand Newlink Business Park adjacent to the A17 near Newark, whose initial stage was acquired by electronics retailer Currys.
Initial consent was already awarded by Newark and Sherwood District Council for Tritax’s undertaking, which the logistics property company earlier indicated would represent a £90 million commitment anticipated to generate roughly 1,000 employment opportunities once complete and running.
The developer has now requested approval for the employment zone’s detailed specifications, with blueprints for the arrangement and design of three substantial warehouse facilities on the southern side of the current park filed with the council.
Recently filed planning papers have shown that the second stage of Tritax’s job-generating business park could commence at the start of 2027, provided the detailed elements receive approval.
The plans would additionally include establishing a new green space on the southern section of the property.
Tritax’s planning team informed Newark and Sherwood District Council in early July that the first stage would involve building Units 2 and 4 on the eastern side of the land alongside the eastern portion of the green space, with on-site activity beginning in the first quarter of 2027.
The planning papers further stated that depending on commercial demand, the subsequent stage of construction would then get underway in the final quarter of 2028 and encompass Units 3 and the western section of the green space.
The paperwork indicates that apart from the three distribution structures, office accommodation, service areas and numerous vehicle parking spots are also included in the proposals.
The developer’s scheme preserves an existing right of way, which will connect with pathways developed within the new green space on the southern section of the development.
A planning representative for Tritax, requesting Newark and Sherwood District Council’s approval for the detailed proposals, stated that the reserved matters submissions align with the principles set during the outline stage and will deliver a quality employment scheme.
The representative added that the reserved matters application merits endorsement and approval should be granted accordingly.
Tritax’s planning submission will undergo review and determination by the council’s planning officers or elected members at a future juncture.