First Base & Patron Capital receive planning consent for £100 million development in Brighton

Mixed-use developer First Base and Patron Capital have received planning consent for the £100 million redevelopment of the former AMEX House in Brighton.

Brighton & Hove City Council has approved plans for a new mixed-use scheme that will deliver 160,000 sq ft of Grade A offices alongside space for independent coffees shops and restaurants, bringing over 2000 jobs into the city.

Edward Street Quarter will also deliver 168 new homes, comprising a mix of private and affordable units to help meet local demand.

The scheme, designed by BuckleyGreyYeoman, is inspired by Brighton’s eclectic street scene and will introduce 130 new trees and 45 plant species in three new public spaces created by renowned landscape designers Spacehub.

First Base and Patron Capital acquired the former Amex House site in 2017 and have developed the plans following consultation with local residents, businesses, community representatives and Brighton and Hove City Council officers.

Barry Jessup, Director at First Base, commented:

“The demand for workspace and homes in Brighton and Hove is growing. Our plans at Edward Street will bring modern workspace into the city, keep businesses and jobs local and provide much needed homes for Brightonians. We are very pleased to have the support of Brighton & Hove City Council and we look forward to working together to bring these exciting plans forward.”

Kevin Cooke, Development Director at Patron Capital, commented:

“Securing planning consent is a major step forward for this exciting development that will re-energise this area of Brighton and is set to be a popular addition to the city for residents, businesses and visitors.”