Plans have been submitted for a manufacturing and logistics development in Warwickshire which has the potential to create up to 500 jobs.
Deeley Group has lodged a planning application for the employment-led development at Banbury Road, Gaydon.
The development could provide up to 500,000 sq ft of employment space, providing 400 to 500 jobs across multiple sectors and support for local skills and apprenticeships.
The submission follows a consultation with the local community that saw more than 600 people provide feedback on the proposals.
As part of the plans, Deeley Group is proposing to incorporate a range of sustainability measures. This includes onsite renewable energy generation in the form of rooftop solar panels, as well as new planting to help ensure a net gain in biodiversity. The plans have also been designed to achieve BREEAM Excellent certification.
Eleanor Deeley, joint managing director of Deeley Group, said: “We are pleased to be submitting our plans for a new manufacturing and logistics site near Gaydon. This follows months of engagement with officers at the council and the community living near to the site.
“Our consultation saw many people get involved and provide feedback on our plans. We were pleased to see such a high level of engagement, and we appreciate all of the constructive feedback.
“We were also delighted to see a high level of support for both the delivery of new manufacturing and logistics jobs in the local area and the high sustainable standards of our proposals.
“Our aim is for this to be a landmark development for the local area that delivers tangible lasting benefits. We are committed to continuing to work with local stakeholders and the community as the plans progress.”
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