Plans for new housing development in Westlea aim to enhance local street scene
Nine new homes proposed to complement existing crescent near The Quadrant flats
An expansion of residential housing is being proposed in Westlea, Swindon, potentially adding nine new homes to complement a crescent surrounding The Quadrant building.
Initially converted from offices into 100 flats by Bassenthwaite Properties Ltd, The Quadrant is now flanked by 12 houses, built five years ago by Rotstone Developments.
Rotstone Developments has submitted its latest proposal to Swindon Borough Council, aiming to build additional houses on unused sections of the former office block's parking area.
The planned development includes two blocks of three houses, one block of two houses, and one detached property within the closed-off access road.
The plans showcase three-storey homes featuring varying bedroom configurations, with six houses having four bedrooms, two featuring three double bedrooms, and one offering a combination of double and single bedrooms.
Rotstone Developments emphasises continuity with earlier approved designs, intending to maintain a harmonious street scene with materials matching those previously used.
Each property will come with a rear garden and two front parking spaces.
The development seeks to create an active street scene within The Quadrant area.
In addition to housing plans, a separate application addresses changes to on-site parking—reducing spaces by nine—and relocating the bin storage area from its originally approved site.
Both applications remain under consideration by the council, with no decisions yet announced.
This development initiative represents a sustained effort to fully utilise previously underused spaces and enhance residential offerings in the Westlea area.