Introduction The Leeds Innovation District brings together the Leeds NHS Trust, University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds College of Art and Leeds City Council in an ambitious partnership to create a 21st century science and innovation park in the centre of Leeds. It will provide a base for entrepreneurs, start-up and scaleup companies to mix with established hi-tech businesses and tap into the expertise of worldclass education institutions to create innovative new products and services. The Innovation District will help drive the economy of Leeds and the Leeds City Region by: Enhancing our ability to commercialise knowledge produced by our universities and health system, helping us retain and grow start-ups and scale-ups that have been spun out of universities. Driving greater collaboration between industry, researchers, clinicians and public sector leaders, boosting larger firms in the city, and attracting new inward investment to the city. Boosting growth of priority sectors, particularly through a focus on health and life sciences, creative and digital, and advanced infrastructure and urban services, whilst retaining flexibility to exploit wider opportunities recognising Leeds is a broadbased economy, its universities have a wide range of capabilities, and opportunities will be created where different sectors come together. Strengthening the collaborative ecosystem to support innovation and business growth through key account management, business development, access to finance, events and meet-ups. Creating a flagship project as part of the national industrial strategy, and as part of a wider network of innovation assets, capabilities and locations for business investment and growth across Leeds and the City Region. Developing an exemplar for high quality, sustainable, inclusive and productive urban development by providing a range of business spaces and supporting commercial, conferencing, hotel, and residential development, linked by high quality public spaces and leading-edge physical, digital and energy infrastructure. Supporting the wider strategies of modernising the estates of Leeds Teaching Hospital, the universities, and the Council to support high quality research, teaching and provision of health and public services. The next steps for the Innovation District is to focus on the development of three key areas: A physical framework which will knit the District into a seamless whole. A commercial strategy which will set out how to deliver the priorities. The further development of the Partnership which will provide strategic oversight and direction to ensure a streamlined approach to new development. Contact information e digital.economy@leeds.gov.uk t 011 787745 2
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The Idea By 2025, Leeds will be recognised as a world class location for innovation. Leeds Innovation District, a new innovation district in Leeds, will ease physical, digital and organisational barriers, opening previously siloed institutions, to create a collaborative ecosystem. The District is focused on delivering higher value knowledge-based activities and business applications with the potential for direct and positive benefits on productivity for Leeds and the wider city region. 4
The Leeds Innovation District will not only provide benefits and opportunities for the immediate District Core, but will reinforce and enhance growth currently taking place in key areas within the wider City Region. WEthErBy 8 OtlEy POOl BraMhOPE guiseley 9 rawdon alwoodley shadwell thorner horsforth PUDsEy 5 armley headingley BUrlEy 1 BEEstOn chapel allerton leeds 2 harehills 6 roundhay 4 BarWicK in ElMEt garforth swillington MOrlEy MiDDlEtOn rothwell 7 DEVElOPMEnts and OPPOrtUntiy areas in the leeds city region 1. leeds innovation District core 2. south BanK. leeds city region EntErPrisE ZOnE 4. thorpe ParK 5. KirKstal FOrgE 6. East leeds EXtEnsiOn 7. capitol ParK 8. thorp arch EstatE 9. leeds BraDFOrD international airport 5
The City The Leeds Innovation District will not operate in isolation its location immediately adjacent to the major cultural, financial, retail and nighttime centres of the city means that it is primed to take advantage of the rich array of existing and planned uses which attract and retain the businesses and talent essential for success. OPEn space highly-skilled WOrKFOrcE Digital infrastructure connectivity MUsEUMs & galleries shopping culture research QUality OF life restaurants Bars & nightlife 6
16 museums & galleries 47,000 jobs 26,000+ businesses 202 European culture capital candidate 1,000+ shops best city in Britain for quality of life 00+ bars & restaurants 9 higher education institutions in Leeds City Region 7
The District Leeds s new Innovation District will build on existing strengths and fuse together an already flourishing area of research, education and enterprise. ENTREPRENEURS leeds innovation centre nexus BrOaDcasting PlacE leeds OPEn Data institute (ODi) leeds institute FOr Data analytics (lida) CORPORATE nhs Digital EMis tpp aql covance clinical research Unit ltd. chamber OF commerce leeds Digital BOarD DE PUy synthes ACADEMIC UniVErsity OF leeds leeds BEcKEtt UniVErsity leeds city college leeds college OF arts leeds trinity UniVErsity GOVERNMENT leeds city council leeds teaching hospitals nhs trust leeds city region EntErPrisE PartnErshiP (lep) leeds BUsinEss improvement District (BiD) 8
22% of Jobs in the UK digital health sector +4,000 new start-ups in 2015 2% of jobs in knowledge-intensive business services 58,000 Students 9,000 health workers NEXUS space for 60 technology-led businesses 10 university subjects in top 10 for research in UK World renowned biomedical research facility 9
The Opportunities The foundations for the Innovation District have already been laid it is the largest centre for knowledge-based industries and financial services outside the capital and attracts some of the best and most innovative companies and researchers from within the UK and further afield. It also consistently ranks as one of the best cities in terms of liveability in the UK. The Innovation District will be focused on the academic and economic strengths of the city, namely health innovation, engineering, financial and business services, data analytics and digital technologies. The District will be supported by a wide range of uses becoming a place where commercial, educational, residential, student accommodation, cultural, arts and leisure uses all play together to create a vibrant 24 hour experience. A cornerstone of the District is the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), which under a 250m development scheme will see the completion of the Leeds Children s Hospital, and an extensive expansion of several departments including academic and research facilities. The expansion of the LGI will release the historic Grade I listed Gilbert Scott General Infirmary building for reuse, as well as surplus land immediately to the east along Calverley Street and Millennium Square. Together these sites offer significant development opportunities in the heart of the Innovation District. The future development of Leeds Innovation District is bright and intended to attract a wide range of developers and investment. Large scale projects will play a major role in the creation of anchor businesses and institutions alongside small to medium sized developments and adaptive re-use projects which have the ability to respond at speed, and provide diversity, innovation and excitement. grade i lgi BUilDing DEVElOPMEnt land MillEniUM square 10
FEntOn street Dry DOcK VErnOn road new JErUsalEM chapel QUEEn square POrtlanD Way ParKing gilbert scott BUilDings & calverley street rossington street ParKing 11
Leeds Innovation District Layers In order to realise maximum benefits and to provide a comprehensive and coherent operation, Leeds Innovation District is composed of three core layers: Organisational Digital Physical LEEDS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT The Organisational LEEDS LEP COLLEGE OF ART Combining key stakeholders and external partners, a single point of governance will be formed to develop and deliver core strategic programmes, engage in new partnerships, practices and approaches, and enable an efficient strategy to delivery system. The scale of opportunity at Leeds Innovation District is vast. The collection of partners who already call Leeds Innovation District home is significant, and their role in the future of the place is paramount. The hospital, universities and city council have developed a governance body to create a single point of contact, and a single point of decision making because each of the partners understand that speed of delivery and certainty is vital for the future success of Leeds Innovation District.? LEEDS TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST LEEDS CITY COUNCIL LID BOARD TEAM LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY LID MANAGEMENT TEAM UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS? The Leeds Innovation District governing body will: COMMUNI- CATIONS & MARKETING PROFES- SIONAL SUPPORT SPACE CURATOR Oversee the effective delivery of shared core strategic programmes. DEVELOPER HUB & NETWORK Pro-actively engage with new partners and provide a central point of inward and outward communication. Facilitate academic networks, government relationships, industry partnerships and investment opportunities. TECH-LED BUSINESSES INVESTORS ENTREPRENEURS STUDENTS Closely align with the City Council to ensure a streamlined approach to planning decisions and governance. 12
The Digital Central to Leeds Innovation District is the creation of a platform of digital projects and services designed to improve and enhance user experience and to amplify research, operational, environmental and economic benefits for all stakeholders. The digital layer of Leeds Innovation District is multifaceted dealing with both internal and external stakeholders and the collection and dissemination of information and data to constituent members and the general public. It is best described as Leeds Innovation District's digital hub. The platform will: Be accessible by stakeholders, staff, and in large part, the general public. Manage and increase everyday engagement, integration and participation. Organise and develop the digital aspect of the Living Lab - a test bed and showcase for Leeds Innovation District projects. Facilitate relationships between researchers, students, entrepreneurs, businesses and investors. Be responsible for the management of big, open data and the considered, transparent communication of its use - the Data Hub. Integrate a site-wide sensor network to enable data-driven services and evidencebased decision making. Develop a "guide" application which allows users to move, meet, and reserve spaces more efficiently. Facilitate mentoring. WASTE NETWORKING ROAD NETWORK APP DEVELOPERS WEBSITES TRAFFIC CONTROL DATA HUB LID MANAGEMENT TEAM BIG DATA ANALYSIS SMARTPHONE APPS PARKING CITY MANAGEMENT CITY DASHBOARD AIR QUALITY WAYFINDING SMART PUBLIC SPACE DEVICES 1
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The Physical The physical framework for Leeds Innovation District focuses on the delivery of a highly permeable, legible network of routes and spaces - a revitalised urban connective tissue which better connects not only the four key institutions, but the District as a whole. It will ensure wider connectivity to other parts of the city and create the foundation for new development and existing communities to thrive. The physical framework will: Prioritise pedestrians wherever possible. Provide enhanced legibility through the creation of gateways, signage, public realm treatments and improved frontages and physical connections. Ensure development opportunities are thoroughly integrated in the public realm network. Create open spaces and streets which are conducive to meeting and collaboration. Enhance permeability through the city, particularly through the four major institutions. Expand cycling infrastructure to better connect disparate parts of the city, Leeds Station and Leeds Innovation District. Create the physical aspect of the Living Lab which tests and prototypes Leeds Innovation District projects - initially comprised of portions of Woodhouse Lane and Millennium Square. Create curated installations and spaces which effectively showcase Leeds Innovation District projects. MOVEMEnt, OPEn space & gateways BUs routes cycling routes WalKing DistancEs (10 MinUtE radii) KEy OPEn spaces PUBlic realm improvements KEy District gateways KEy BUilDings & OPPOrtUnitiEs KEy BUilDings DEVElOPMEnt OPPOrtUnitiEs 15
The Interventions A series of interventions are planned in the short, medium and long-term. These key physical, digital and organisational projects are the first step in defining the future of the Innovation District. 1 The Leeds Innovation District board team Conformation of an organisational entity that oversees the Innovation District agenda Portland Way corner Improved public realm at a key gateway to the District Provision of responsive way-finding systems leeds innovation District layers Digital OrganisatiOnal Physical 16
2 The Leeds Innovation District management team Creation of a unified management team Organisation Communication Programmes & activities Millenium Square Key open space of the Innovation District Temporary activities to promote and engage with the District Frequent exhibitions curated by Leeds Innovation District Potential site for initial management suite SHORT TERM 17
The Interventions LEEDS The Sensors Monitoring air quality and other health parameters Collecting data for the Leeds Innovation District Collecting data for parking, traffic flows, street lighting, traffic light maintenance, predictive maintenance, waste management, noise Leeds Innovation District thresholds Improving key gateways to the Innovation District Way-finding devices with information and guidance. Hot-spots for digital accessibility Potential demonstrator locations leeds innovation District layers Digital OrganisatiOnal Physical 18
4 The Curator Fixed-term residence for curatorial lead in selecting and deploying projects across Leeds Innovation District Willow Terrace gateway Enhancing the public realm to improve a key gateway into the University area of the Innovation District. Opportunity for Living Labs interventions and showcasing University innovation activity A Nexus Entrance New pedestrian entrance into the University of Leeds directly linking Nexus to Woodhouse Lane. SHORT TERM 19
The Interventions 5 Willow Terrace pavilion Potential space to meet and engage Opportunity for a meantime or permanent supporting programmes that provide key route frontage B Jerusalem Chapel Opportunity for adaptive reuse for practical showcasing and demonstration events or redevelopment to provide an Innovation asset. leeds innovation District layers Digital OrganisatiOnal Physical 20
6 Woodhouse Lane testing street Testing of new prototypes such as sensors, cameras, materials, etc Monitoring well-being factors on real time Demonstration area for proof of concept with potential roll-out to other parts of Leeds The Guide 1st step of Innovation District app Way-finding Digital mirror of Innovation District MEDIUM TERM 21
The Interventions Leeds Innovation District App Wider digital data collection Networked spaces, streets and buildings showcasing ideas & projects Demonstration area for The Leeds Innovation District app Fully- functioning Innovation District application Networking Digital community Activities agenda Parking availability Room booking The Living Lab proof of concept with potential roll-out to other parts of Leeds Digital Organisational Physical 22
C St Paul's Street Bridge Key pedestrian East- West connection Connects areas of growth with existing centres LONG TERM 2
The Process is Underway Leeds Innovation District already has a considerable concentration of assets. However, with the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Leeds City Council all in the process of developing significant new projects, there is tremendous momentum building which will create major transformation within the next five years. A mix of businesses, across a range of sectors, is conducive to increased innovation and business dynamism. The business mix, based on current and planned development is likely to be based around the research strengths of the major institutions, particularly around business and engineering, medical, financial and digital technologies. In order to create a thriving mixed-use area with 24hr activity, other uses such as residential, student accommodation and nighttime activities will also be required. Nexus 8m development. Comprising over 10,000 sqm of floor space and accommodating up to 60 innovative start-ups. A key start-point and symbol for Leeds Innovation District. A mix units on flexible terms, with access to specialist equipment and business support. Centre of Creative Arts 75m development Iconic 9 storey home for a mix of creative and cultural activities in the heart of Leeds. Includes facilities for film, music, performing arts and fashion. 1. Centre for Engineering & Physical Sciences 24 2. Biomedical Campus Engineering and Physical Science Centre 96m development. Fosters a culture of inter-disciplinary. working in the development of novel materials Addresses existing and future challenges in energy efficient computing, telecommunications, sustainable magnetic materials, pharmaceutical formulations, smart foods and medical technologies. Biomedical Campus Expansion of world renowned biomedical research facility 250m masterplan. New hospital development on the site of the Leeds General Infirmary. Includes new children s and outpatients services and research facilities. Redevelopment of grade I-listed facade Road improvement scheme. Release of development land for commercial property opportunities. Broadcasting Place Mixed use development comprising over 10,000 sqm of office space and 240 student residences. Letterpress and print making workshops, photographic darkrooms and a digital print unit. Animation workspaces and D construction facilities. Hailed as "truly iconic" and winner of an excellence award from RIBA.. General Infirmary 4. Nexus Innovation & Enterprise Centre
1 6 4 2 5 7 5. Centre for Creative Arts 6. Broadcasting Place 7. LCC Offices / Merrion House 25
The Future MULTIPLE investment OPPOrtUnitiEs Within the District core Knowledge-based economies are driving future growth and prosperity across cities and city regions, especially those who have excellent connectivity (both digital and transport) and a strong existing skills base. Leeds delivers all this and more. It is home to several leading universities, and new and emerging innovative companies clustering together. At its heart sits a proactive City Council who are developing projects and interventions which support the burgeoning innovation ecosystem with a robust temporal strategy, particularly in the context of the arrival of HS2, the West Yorkshire region and the Northern Powerhouse. 26
nhs to invest 250M in new campus MastErPlan OPPOrtUnity to redevelop GRADE I general infirmary leeds BEcKEtt UniVErsity to invest 200M in DEVElOPMEnt UniVErsity OF leeds to invest 520M in DEVElOPMEnt leeds city council investing 40M in new central government OFFicEs nexus DEliVEring 60 new start- UP spaces in 2018 UP to 6HA available FOr DEVElOPMEnt DEVElOPMEnt PlOts ranging FrOM 0.HA TO 2HA UP to 110,000M 2 OF new DEVElOPMEnt capacity an anticipated 150 new smes & 1000 new JOBs 27
Contact information e digital.economy@leeds.gov.uk t 011 787745