Sheffield’s Duke Homes and Developments to transform a derelict factory

A Yorkshire developer is set to turn a derelict factory into new homes.

Duke Homes and Developments has bought Cliffefield Works and Fulwood House, the former Goodman Sparks workshop and office buildings in Sheffield, for an undisclosed sum in a joint venture with a group of previous owners. The residential project, which has already been granted planning permission by Sheffield City Council, will see derelict buildings demolished on the half-acre site to be replaced by new two-storey homes spread over four three-terrace clusters.

The 12 three-bedroom townhouses, designed by Sheffield-based AAD Architects, are being built on a 17,825 sq m derelict site and will include residents’ off-street parking only. Work is scheduled to begin this summer.

Brendan McMenamin, director of Duke Homes and Developments, said: “The development features high quality design which respects the character of the area whilst maintaining good living conditions for the occupiers and any neighboring residents. Sustainability is an integral part of plans that aim to address climate change issues through good design and efficient use of land and infrastructure. Our development will enhance the character of the street scene and create a lively and exciting environment on a previously derelict site.”

Sheffield solicitors Wake Smith advised on the joint venture. Tom Haywood of Wake Smith said: “Joints are a common method of combining the business acumen, industry expertise and personnel of several otherwise unrelated parties and can be used, as here, to combine assets and operations to to share risks and to use the skills and capabilities of each party.”

McMenamin added: “Having worked with Wake Smith for a number of years, it was good to already know Ben Spencer from the commercial property department, who also acted on behalf of Ben Winslade, another director of Duke Homes . Ben and Tom Haywood have been great to work with from the early stages, helping us with the various commercial complexities of this deal.”