A fresh phase of demolition work at the Broad Marsh location has been outlined following an announcement from Homes England.
The government housing agency has selected DSM Demolition to handle the removal of structures on the former Nottingham College premises and the adjacent NCP car park.
Detailed arrangements have been published informing those who travel through the area about forthcoming modifications to the local road network during the coming weeks, as the car park is methodically dismantled and preparatory activities commence on the college grounds.
Commencing on Wednesday 9 September, initial operations will focus on readying Maid Marian Way for the subsequent stages.
These preparations involve restricting traffic flow at the Castle Gate intersection, with lane two closed to northbound traffic and lane three closed to southbound traffic.
A temporary four-way signal installation will operate at the southern junction connecting Canal Street, Wilford Street and Castle Boulevard.
Footway closures will be implemented in certain sections, though pedestrian access through the zone will remain possible.
Cycling infrastructure will stay operational, though riders may be required to dismount briefly while passing through the active work zone.
The removal of these structures represents a crucial milestone in delivering the comprehensive redevelopment of Broad Marsh, a project expected to bring residential accommodation, commercial space and civic areas to the city centre.
This initiative builds upon recent achievements surrounding the location, including the completion of the new Nottingham College facility, Central Library, bus station and the Green Heart open space.
The programme coincides with Homes England’s ongoing efforts to secure a commercial development partner and introduce interim uses to generate activity on the site.
From late September, a contraflow arrangement will be established along Maid Marian Way, redirecting vehicles from one carriageway to the opposite side while the portion of the car park spanning the road is demolished.
Traffic will initially transfer to the northbound carriageway in the vicinity of St Nic’s Church, where a single lane will accommodate traffic moving in both directions.
Between early and mid-November, this arrangement will reverse, with vehicles using the southbound side to facilitate the final demolition of the NCP car park structure and the commencement of work on the former college land.
A brief period of highway restoration will follow from late November through early December, after which Maid Marian Way will fully reopen prior to the festive season.
Bus stops located nearby may experience temporary suspension during the works, and passengers should verify service information with their transport operators.
Jo Nugent, Executive Regional Director for the Midlands at Homes England, stated that the demolition of the former college and car park marks the subsequent stage in the transformation process.
Since acquiring the site in March 2025, the organisation has collaborated extensively with partners to expedite site preparation for development.
Each completed phase advances the objective of transferring a cleared site to the selected development partner and realising the vision of Broad Marsh as a vibrant new urban district offering housing, employment opportunities, green areas and improved connectivity throughout Nottingham.
Recognising that the car park works will generate temporary inconvenience particularly for road users, the appointed contractors will implement measures to limit disruption.
Gratitude was expressed to those living, working and travelling through the area for their patience during this essential phase.
Councillor Neghat Khan, Leader of Nottingham City Council, described the forthcoming works as an exciting development given the significant positive impact anticipated for the city centre.
Feedback gathered during the Big Conversation engagement several years previously had clearly indicated public desire to open up more of the site and remove the outdated car park.
Homes England and the council are now fulfilling that commitment for Nottingham residents.
The car park’s position spanning a major city approach route means safety must be the paramount consideration during removal, inevitably causing some temporary network disruption.
Council highway officers have been coordinating extensively with Homes England and their contractors to ensure works proceed with minimal effects on motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.
Cooperation from the public during the coming weeks was requested, including consideration of public transport and park-and-ride options where feasible, as this forms part of the broader Broad Marsh regeneration initiative that offers substantial promise for the area.