Welcome to this week’s BtR News Flash.
Where we provide you with a summary of all the latest updates from this weeks movements in the BtR industry.
April 28, 2023
Outpost Acquires Site for Enclave in Birmingham
Through its joint venture with BlackRock Alternatives, Outpost Management announces the acquisition and funding of Lower Essex Square, a pre-approved development in Birmingham from Lower Essex Ltd – a subsidiary of Apsley House Capital Plc and Galliard Homes.
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Deal Struck For Landmark Residential-Led Scheme
A property management company, through its joint venture with Blackrock, has acquired a residential-led development in Birmingham which will provide more than 600 homes and new commercial space.
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May 1, 2023
New Building Safety Regulator Boss Steps Down
The new Chief Inspector of Buildings appointed to lead the biggest change in building safety for a generation has retired.
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May 2, 2023
Long Harbour Completes Riverstone Heights Build to Rent Scheme
Specialist real estate investment, development and management firm – Long Harbour – and The Guinness Partnership reach practical and financial completion of 204 homes at its Riverstone Heights Build to Rent development in East London.
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Downing Plans 700-room London Student and Flats Scheme
Hybrid developer and contractor Downing has submitted plans for a near 700 purpose-built student accommodation scheme and a 91 private build to rent flats in North Acton, West London.
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Green Light for First Women-only Tower Block
Ealing Council has approved plans for the country’s first women-only tower block. Brook House in Acton, west London will be a 15-storey scheme providing 102 social rent affordable flats for single women.
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May 3, 2023
Vita Reveals Initial Concept for Goods Station
Urban regeneration specialist Vita Group reveals the initial concept sketch and more detail on its Birmingham mixed-use masterplan – Goods Station. Last month (April 2023), Vita Group secured the regeneration site from LCR, a commercial development and placemaking specialist.
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New Speakers Announced For Insider Breakfast
Three new speakers have been announced for Insider’s Funding for Development breakfast. Capital&Centric’s John Moffat, Brian Burt from Homes England and CBRE’s Henry Randolph will be joining the panel discussion.
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Construction Business Drives Midlands Growth With £100m Contract Wins
GMI Construction Group has secured contracts valued at over £100m in the West Midlands region over the last 18 months.
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May 4, 2023
Wembley Park Unveil Olympic Plaque Restoration by Quintain
The Olympic plaques are now back on display for the public thanks to Quintain’s involvement, who commissioned and funded the iconic Wembley Park Olympic plaque restoration project.
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PfP Capital Secures £20m From Strathclyde Pension Fund
Real estate fund manager PfP Capital has secured the £20m equity commitment from Strathclyde Pension Fund, one of the largest LGPS funds in the UK, for its Mid-Market Rent (MMR) strategy New Avenue Living or the ‘Fund’. The investment will help boost the Scottish Build to Rent strategy.
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Rasmala Launches Five-year UK Multifamily Strategy
Leading alternative investment manager in the Middle East – Rasmala Investment Bank Limited – launches a five-year UK multifamily strategy. Exceeding USD $2bn in investment value, the strategy will create a portfolio of UK residential properties – initially focused on Build to Rent and serviced accommodation in and around London.
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Reliable, Secure Renting is Crucial for Residents’ Confidence and Wellbeing
Stephen Rogers, Director of Asset Management at single family rental developer operator Casa by Moda, explains the crucial role that high quality homes and long-term commitment plays in reassuring residents’ health, wellbeing and confidence in their new home.
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