Laying down the law

2006-10-13T00:00:00+01:00

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Architect Sheppard Robson has won planning permission for this project at Leeds Metropolitan University.

The scheme, for the university’s faculty of business and law, includes three lecture theatres, a restaurant and offices. It is the first phase of the Portland Gate project. Phase two, a mix of commercial and retail space, accommodation and a hotel, has received outline planning permission. It is expected to start on site in March.

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