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UK: Firethorn has secured Gateway 2 approval for a 284-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) project in Stratford, east London.
The scheme will include 35 per cent affordable student accommodation, and is being delivered by McAleer & Rushe. The site on Stratford High Street is close to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and will feature shared study, social and fitness amenities, alongside a ground floor community space for public use.
Construction will start imminently with work due to complete in time for the 2028/29 academic year.
Paul Martin, head of development at Firethorn, said: “Securing Gateway 2 approval marks a significant milestone, enabling us to move confidently into the construction phase and continue expanding our PBSA platform in one of London’s most dynamic and well connected areas. Working alongside McAleer & Rushe, we are proud to deliver modern, high quality and sustainable accommodation in Stratford – a thriving higher education hub with exceptional transport links. This development will help meet the strong and growing demand from east London’s student population.”
Mark Diamond, senior director at McAleer & Rushe, added: “We look forward to progressing the scheme following this approval, which reflects the strength of the collaborative approach taken by the Firethorn and McAleer & Rushe project team. Our focus remains on maintaining the highest standards of building safety, quality and sustainability as works commence on-site, delivering safe, modern student accommodation in East London.”
Highlights:
• Firethorn has secured Gateway 2 approval for a 284-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) project in Stratford, east London
• The scheme will include 35 per cent affordable student accommodation, and is being delivered by McAleer & Rushe
• Construction will start imminently with work due to complete in time for the 2028/29 academic year
