A New Landmark Building in Southampton

7 October 2011


A planning application submitted by Bouygues Development to build student accommodation on a run-down site in the Swaythling area of Southampton was approved by Southampton City Council on 27 September.

The 15-storey landmark tower will provide 365 student beds, a pharmacy, a doctor surgery and retail spaces.
The existing site encompasses a youth centre which houses the Inner City Boxing Club. Bouygues Development will re-provide the boxing club facility, supplying a permanent home from which they can continue to offer their excellent services to the community.

As well as generating approximately 125 jobs on site during the construction phase, an estimated 40 full time jobs will be created once the complex is up and running.

Stephane Slama-Royer, Managing Director of Bouygues Development said:
“Bouygues Development is delighted to have successfully obtained consent to develop this stunning mixed use development which is set to enhance the area both for University students and the wider community”.

Councillor Royston Smith, Leader of Southampton City Council said:
“This investment from Bouygues Development will bring vital jobs to the area and shows how Southampton continues to attract well renowned companies to invest in the city. “The site in Swaythling is in vital need of revitalisation and I am pleased planning permission has been granted, so that they can move forward with building this site”.

Bouygues Development is planning to start works on site towards the end of 2011 with a view to all units being open and operational in September 2013.