Plans for a new neighbourhood on Sheffield’s Fitzwilliam Street have been submitted to the city council by social impact developer Capital&Centric.
Having recently acquired the Cannon Brewery site in the city, the developer has now set its sights on Fitzwilliam – across from its Eyewitness Works development, where Capital&Centric has already restored two Grade II listed buildings and delivered Brunswick, an industrial style new build.
The new neighbourhood will bring 192 apartments, complete with communal lounges, a courtyard, and a rooftop terrace. At the ground floor there will be space for a café or bar.
Tom Wilmot, joint managing director at Capital&Centric, said: “Fitzwilliam isn’t another bland block of apartments. What we’re creating here is a community where people actually want to spend time; that means homes that feel like home, shared spaces to make new friends, and proper greenery to unwind in.
“Eyewitness already has a great buzz and Fitzwilliam is really going to add to that energy. It’s been great to chat with people about what we’ve got in store, and we can’t wait to make it a reality.”
Capital&Centric are set to open up the streets around Fitzwilliam, creating a pedestrian route through to Eyewitness. Neighbouring Thomas Street will gain trees, benches, and local artwork, while Fitzwilliam, Milton, and Egerton streets will gain more greenery and better lighting.
The homes at Fitzwilliam will feature HAY furniture and will be run by Ollo, Capital&Centric’s in-house rental team.
