The planned mixed-use scheme to replace the Meadows shopping centre and surrounding area involves building 760 homes and 90,000 sq ft of retail, commercial and leisure space at the riverside site in the heart of the town’s shopping district.

Dominus has submitted a hybrid application for 537 homes to be included above retail and commuity space, with a further bid for 225 extra properties in the outline application.

New pedestrian route through scheme

Tristram Taylor, development manager at Dominus, said: “By working collaboratively with Chelmsford City Council, we have created a vision for a distinctive destination, not just buildings, within which residents and visitors can enjoy. Our vision would transform The Meadows into a thriving riverside quarter fit for a growing and ambitious city like Chelmsford. 

“We have worked with the community to understand local priorities, crafting a future for the site as rich as its heritage, one that nurtures local initiatives, brings housing back into the city, supports its economic potential, and delivers long-term positive impact for both Chelmsford and its people.”

Dominus aims to start construction on the five-year building programme in Autumn next year, subject to planning approval.