The 12 most exciting developments currently underway in Leeds
By The Newsroom
Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT
The skyline in Leeds is changing at a rapid pace as the city continues to evolve and expand at an exciting rate.
From transport upgrades to sporting stadium revamps and historic restorations to innovative new builds, Leeds is changing, and there's planty to be optimistic about.
13 most exciting development underway in Leeds
350m pound plans were submitted to transform the Temple Quarter area, with plans for Yorkshire's tallest building, shown here. The plans would extend the city centre and create homes, shops and green spaces for the city.
After being ravaged by fire, the Majestic building in Leeds will eventually boast 66,000 sq ft of office space, as well as terraces that overlook the hustle and bustle of the city.
The 300 million pound South of York Road (SOYO) development will see an entirely new neighbourhood created with apartments, bars, restaurants, a hotel and public realm spaces created on the historic Quarry Hill site.
The development on Wellington Street will include one and two-bedroom apartments over 18 storeys with views across the River Aire, as well as a gym and sky lounge, and is set to be completed in spring 2021.
Ambitious proposals to redevelop the historic former Tetley Brewery site to create a vibrant neighbourhood in the city centre, with up to 850 homes, were provisionally approved. They also include a large green city centre space.
