City of Lincoln Council share update on Charterholme Development as work continues

The development will bring high-quality housing, modern infrastructure, and sustainable public spaces to Lincoln
-Credit:City of Lincoln Council


The City of Lincoln Council has shared an update on the Charterholme development which broke ground earlier this month. Works for what claims to be the city's largest development in decades are well underway, with visible progress being made at the site ready for the first 52-energy efficient homes.

The ambitious project hopes to create 3,200 homes in the city as it unfolds over the next 25 years, as well as modern infrastructure and sustainable public spaces for the Lincoln community.

An update from the City of Lincoln Council states: "Work on the eastern access route from Tritton Road is progressing well, following the appointment of John Graham Construction Limited in September 2024. The company is responsible for delivering the access road and a new vehicle and multi-user bridge over the railway line."

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The council is working with Network Rail to ensure the bridge is being delivered safely over the railway, and once the construction and maintenance period is completed, the bridge and access road will be maintained by Lincolnshire County Council.

Councillor Joshua Wells, portfolio holder for inclusive economic growth at City of Lincoln Council, stated: “The Charterholme development will bring high-quality housing, modern infrastructure, and sustainable public spaces to Lincoln. Progress is being made across all aspects of the Charterholme project, from the first homes to major infrastructure works.

"Keeping residents informed and fostering collaboration remain central to our approach, ensuring the long-term success of Charterholme for residents and stakeholders alike.”

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The project remains on track for completion by March 2026. This comes after is has already completed the haul road and utility diversions, the fabrication of bridge beams to prepare for installation and the bulk earthworks to establish embankments are ongoing.

The City of Lincoln Council has also signed agreements with Lincolnshire County Council to allow for highway works at Tritton Road, to form the bell mouth and create a new signalised junction to integrate the access road with the existing infrastructure.

The City Council added: "The first phase of housing, now branded One at Charterholme, is making excellent progress. Lindum Developments Limited is delivering the first 52 homes, with construction already underway on the first phase of 19 properties. The initial homes are expected to be completed from summer 2025 onwards."

The Council and adjoining landowner Lindum are also exploring options to ensure the long-term management and sustainability of public open spaces within this phase, creating lasting benefits for the community. City of Lincoln Council is also working with Homes England and partners to finalise the design of critical infrastructure, including the spine road, earthworks, and drainage systems.

The council is also preparing a full business case to secure additional funding for infrastructure works, which will include utilities, ecological and archaeological preparations, and potentially a new footbridge on the line of the Catchwater drain. These funding decisions and land agreements are expected by mid-2025, with contracting anticipated by autumn 2025.