Major Aberdeen retail scheme approved

Plans to redevelop Aberdeen’s historic Broadford Works site into a retail and residential scheme have been given the green light by city planners.

The Broadford Works site, which was once home to the largest collection of category A-listed buildings at risk in Scotland, has been taken over by developer Inhabit.

Under the plans, the former textile factory will be transformed into a 55,000m² development, with shops, 460 homes as well as accommodation for 430 students.

Ana Nekhamkin, Managing Director of Inhabit, said: “In preparation for the submission of this planning application we have worked closely with Aberdeen City Council, Historic Environment Scotland, local residents and businesses to create an environment that is sensitive to the unique character of the buildings within Broadford Works and creates a dynamic and inclusive project to the benefit of Aberdeen.”

The plans also include the creation of an urban village that will also include commercial office space, shops, restaurants and cafes.

Russell Borthwick, Chief Executive of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce, said: “One of the main areas of focus in the plan is to attract people back into the city centre to work, for leisure and to live. This is the approach that has driven regeneration in successful peer cities in the UK and beyond.

“The Broadford Works development will provide a great platform for this; helping enterprise and innovation flourish and attracting entrepreneurs to Aberdeen who will make a valuable economic and cultural contribution to the city and the wider region.”