The redevelopment of a Lenton car showroom site into a 700-bed student flats complex has been labelled "destructive" by upset local residents. Works are now underway at the huge student development in Derby Road which, until recently, comprised of three car dealerships, occupied by Jaguar, Toyota and Lexus.
While Jaguar has relocated to new premises in Enterprise Way, Toyota and Lexus are in the process of moving into the space previously occupied by Jaguar, leaving their two dealerships vacant. Under an ambitious redevelopment plan, the former Jaguar showroom and garage will be retained, allowing Lexus and Toyota to relocate to this part of the site while other existing buildings and structures have been knocked down.
Two new buildings - three to six storeys in height - are to be built, creating 700 student beds and shared communal spaces. Now, local residents have expressed their concern at the massive development, with problems of noise and road disruption high on the list of reasons they would rather not see more student housing in their area.
