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VISION FOR NEW HOMES IN MILTON KEYNES REVEALED

PLATFORM _ submits planning application to Milton Keynes City Council to build 355 sustainable homes , including 110 much-needed affordable homes .
Leading build-to-rent ( BTR ) developer and operator , PLATFORM _, has submitted a planning application to Milton Keynes City Council to deliver a high quality residential-led development in Milton Keynes , representing over £ 100m of investment .
Located along the Milton Keynes central spine road of Midsummer Boulevard , the proposed development will provide 355 thoughtfully designed new homes , over 8,000 sq ft of state-of-the-art resident amenities , 7,500 sq ft of landscaped terraces and a flexible commercial offering .
Importantly , it is proposed that 31 per cent of the homes delivered will be available at discounted market rent ( DMR ) providing much-needed high-quality housing which is affordable to a wide range of local residents . A mix of studio , one , two and three-bedroom apartments are proposed , with a selection of finishes and furniture options to suit a range of modern lifestyles .
Branded as PLATFORM _ MK , the development will reach up to 20-storeys and will feature state-of-the-art on-site resident amenities including a dedicated co-working hub , residents ’ lounge , games room , cinema room , gym and a private dining space incorporating a bespoke bar area .
There will be three outdoor areas for residents including a dedicated pet zone , child-friendly play area and landscaped garden on the 1st floor , as well as further terraces with panoramic views across the city and facilities for entertaining friends and family on the 14th and 17th floors .
Just a seven-minute walk to the train station with links to London and Birmingham in 28 and 60 minutes respectively , PLATFORM _ MK boasts an unrivalled location to enjoy the best of the city and beyond . Its proximity to an abundance of local amenities including The Hub MK , Centre : MK and Campbell Park aligns with the 20-minute neighbourhood model .
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