SPZ Slough Trading Estate
Slough Borough Council Consultation (Deposit Consultation)
Following SEGRO's initial stage of consultation undertaken in March 2024, Slough Borough Council (SBC) is now undertaking the Deposit Stage Consultation on the new SPZ for Slough Trading Estate. This launched on 8 July, and you have until Monday 19 August to provide your feedback.
All comments, feedback and questions should be directed towards the Deposit Stage Consultation page through SBC’s consultation website below:
www.slough.gov.uk/planning/simplified-planning-zone-spz
To view a copy of the consultation material you can also visit our 'SBC Deposit Consultation' Page
The Power of Certainty
SEGRO is pleased to announce it has started the process of establishing a new Simplified Planning Zone (SPZ) for Slough Trading Estate in collaboration with Slough Borough Council, and after notification of the Secretary of State. The consultation with the community has now begun and we are asking for feedback to be submitted through our ‘Have your say’ page.
There has been an SPZ on Slough Trading Estate since 1995, and it has played a critical role in helping Slough attract and retain business investment, and SEGRO to provide the best place in the UK for business to thrive. The new SPZ will be the fourth for Slough Trading Estate.
You can find out more about the history of the Trading Estate, the current occupiers and the work already being done in the community by SEGRO by visiting our Estate page below.
Customers at the Slough Trading Estate 'Together SEGRO' event
What is the SPZ?
The SPZ is a specialised planning permission that applies across most of Slough Trading Estate. It sets out a range of conditions that have to be met in order that some types of development, including light industrial buildings, warehouses and data centres, can be built without the need to apply for an individual planning permission.
Key features:
- Flexibility
- Certainty
- Speed
- Marketability
- Benefits for new & existing customers
- Continued investment in Slough
Beyond the buildings
Slough Trading Estate is an integral part of the local community and has been for over 100 years, and SEGRO remains committed to contributing to Slough’s long-term economic vitality.
Since the 1920’s SEGRO has been investing in local good causes and charity programmes and in 2022 launched the Slough Community Investment Plan (CIP). The plan will enable SEGRO to invest in projects over the long-term that are designed to inspire young people about the world of work, help unemployed people into work, support the growth of local businesses and create a better environment that improves the health and wellbeing of local residents.
SEGRO will achieve this by working in partnership with customers and suppliers as well as a range of specialist partners;
- Learning to Work
- Youth Engagement Slough
- Groundwork South
- Local Supply Chain
- Fedcap Employment
- YMCA St Pauls
- The Slough Hub
- Slough Business Community Partnership.
Learning to Work
Slough Trading Estate - Then and Now
For over 100 years, Slough Trading Estate has supported the community, enterprise, and diverse businesses, benefitting Slough and its residents.
SEGRO delved into the archives to create a unique view of how the community has evolved, but its ambition and approach has always been the same… View full screen Slough Trading Estate ‘Then and Now’ at here.
Simplified Planning Zone, Slough
SEGRO is pleased to announce that we have started our conversations with Slough Borough Council (SBC) to progress with our plans for the new Simplified Planning Zone (New SPZ) scheme for the Slough Trading Estate.
Simplified Planning Zone scheme, SloughOur vision for the Slough Trading Estate
SEGRO has developed a vision statement for the Slough Trading Estate.
Our vision for the Slough Trading EstateWhat will change in the new SPZ?
The proposed New SPZ Scheme will run for 10 years, from November 2024 to November 2034 and will incorporate a number of changes compared with the current SPZ which are summarised in this section.
What will change in the new SPZ?Maximising opportunity
The New SPZ scheme will ensure that the STE can continue to deliver jobs and SEGRO is able to expand and improve the skill and training opportunities.
Maximising opportunityHave your say
You can get in touch using the contact details provided on this page should you have any questions.
Have your sayEstate information
Visit Estate Information sectionCommitted to serving your business
As SEGRO is the sole owner, we can focus on creating a well-managed business environment - where companies of all types and sizes can succeed.
Committed to serving your businessFlexible leasing to help your business
The Slough Trading Estate Leasing Team is based on site and able to help with all leasing enquiries. Two main types of lease are available on the estate, though not for every property, although they can be tailored to meet your exact needs.
Flexible leasing to help your businessLocation information
Slough offers a unique combination of integrated transport options with Central London and Heathrow both less than 20 minutes away. Located on the M4 motorway, with fast and direct access to the M40 and the M25, Slough has excellent road connections.
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