Clarion’s development arm to deliver more than 1,600 new homes in Leeds

Representatives from Homes England, construction partner Graham and homelessness charity St George’s Crypt were also present at the event.

Stating it has “officially broken ground”, Latimer celebrated a start to works, which are also set to deliver a new food hall, space for the public with access to the River Aire and a bridge across the river. 

Ms Brabin said: “Our multimillion-pound investment into this flagship scheme will help deliver hundreds of affordable and sustainable homes for local families in a vibrant city centre neighbourhood.

“This is what devolution looks like – strong partnership working in collaboration to breathe new life into our brownfield sites and build a greener, more secure region which everyone is proud to call home.”

Mr Lewis joined in with praise for the project’s affordable home plans. He said: “Over the last five years, Leeds has seen more new affordable housing built than any other city outside London, so the fact this scheme includes a significant number of new homes for social rent and shared ownership is also very welcome.”

Mr Cook said: “The Dyecoats development exemplifies what Latimer is here to do by bringing forward transformative regeneration that delivers affordable, high-quality homes and long-term value for communities.

“With our partners, we’re proud to be investing in a sustainable future for Leeds and ensuring those most in need benefit from this growth.

“Our ongoing collaboration with St George’s Crypt to provide temporary accommodation for people facing homelessness also shows that social impact is at the heart of everything we do.”

The development was announced just before Clarion’s unaudited accounts were published for the year to the end of March 2025. The landlord reported an £18m rise in outright market and shared ownership sales, alongside a £439m spend on new homes that was impacted by scheme delays.