Frequently Asked Questions
Question and Answer
Last Update – 16/01/2026. These FAQ’s will be amended to incorporate any future changes to the project.
Homes
How many homes will Hayle North Quay deliver overall?
The scheme will deliver over 500 new homes across the masterplan phases. These will be a mix of apartments and houses.
What mix of homes is now planned?
The refreshed approach prioritises more family homes, notably replacing some flats with family housing to better meet local needs. We’re proposing around 326 houses and around 200 flats (including the homes that are already completed).
Will there still be affordable housing?
Yes. The original plans provided 93 affordable homes within zone 10, which we are not seeking to change.
What changes were made at Hilltop (Zone 4)?
The plans for Hilltop were approved in 2025. As part of the updated design, the amount of built development in this area has been reduced to allow for more generous landscaping that better reflects the natural landscape setting. The size and type of homes have also been refined to align more closely with local housing needs, while the layout has been adjusted to protect key viewing corridors through the World Heritage Site.
When will the next homes be ready?
Subject to planning, construction of further new homes is targeted to begin in 2027, with the next homes ready for occupation in 2028.
What’s already complete?
17 terraced homes along the quayside are already built and complete, along with 41 homes in three apartment buildings An Garth, Chi Kober and Chi An Treth.
Are you adding any more homes than originally planned?
The original harbour masterplan area has outline planning permission for around 1,000 homes. We’re proposing around 520 homes in total at Hayle North Quay.
The changes that we’re making now redistribute homes throughout the development zones and change a lot of the planned housing from flats to more traditional family homes.
Will building heights increase?
No. Quayside upgrades remain within the consented building heights from the current Reserved Matters approvals.
How will parking be handled for new homes?
We have redistributed parking across the development to ensure it better supports both residents and visitors. Parking for the new quayside apartments will remain within basement areas.
We are proposing to retain Harvey Towans Car Park, as it is a well-used and valued local asset for the community and visitors. We also believe this is a more suitable location for parking than the area at the top of the hill, previously used for site offices, despite that location having existing consent.
To support hotel guests and visitors, we have increased the number of parking spaces in front of the proposed hotel.
In addition, we are proposing to replace several consented blocks of flats in Zone 3 (Chieftain’s Yard) with a new circa 100 space public car park. This will place parking closer to Hayle Town Centre, the swimming pool, shops, cafés and the waterfront, making it more convenient and better connected to local amenities.
Will there be through traffic between Zone 10 Riviere Fields and Phillack?
The existing permission allows access to and from Riviere Fields via Phillack for buses and emergency service vehicles only.
How will you manage traffic from this development?
As the number of new homes remains consistent with the consented masterplan, the development will not generate any additional traffic beyond what has already been assessed and approved through the established modelling.
We will also be making financial contributions to support local transport improvements and Cornwall Council will decide where these go.
When are the planning applications being submitted?
We are targeting submission of applications to vary the Reserved Matters approvals at the end of March 2026, with submission of an application to vary the Reserved Matters approval for the hotel targeted for June 2026.
When will the Council decide on the planning applications?
We expect the Council to decide on these applications later this year.
What’s the overall economic impact?
The project represents a £295m investment for Hayle and Cornwall, supporting local jobs and spend.
How does the hotel boost local prosperity?
It is expected to attract around 39,000 overnight visitors per year, with every £1 spent at the hotel generating an extra 40p in the local economy. Hospitality roles also create multiplier employment locally.
Will there be new public spaces and community facilities?
Yes. Expect deliverable landscaped areas for markets and outdoor events, dedicated spaces for local organisations and harbour users, and improved community facilities along the quayside.
What have you done already to benefit the community?
We have been engaging with the Devon & Cornwall Police assisting in their ‘Deferred Charge Programme’ which provides opportunities for offenders to give back to their local community.
Over the past two years, we have held two beach cleans in collaboration with Clean Cornwall, Gilberts Bar & Kitchen and Cornish Oven.
We currently have two local businesses operating out of Hayle North Quay. Gilberts Beach Bar and Kitchen have operated out of Hayle North Quay since June 2024. The business is operating from two shipping containers and has an aim to help tackle anti-social behaviour in the local area. Escape to the Sauna is also operating out of Hayle North Quay, providing a unique experience for residents and visitors to Hayle.
We have improved health and safety at Hayle North Quay, including putting up more lighting for better security.
Are you still dredging?
There are no active dredging operations at Hayle estuary at present. The focus is on progressing the development which, when complete, will improve Harbour land and provide an annual payment to help the harbour invest in improvements and support its long-term operations.
Will the hotel be in a bigger building than before?
No, the hotel has been relocated into the consented building by the quayside which were originally planned to be apartments. The building envelope will not change and it will remain at three storeys.
When will the hotel be built?
It is likely that the construction of the hotel will start in 2027 and will be completed in 2029.
Who will operate the hotel?
We are currently in advanced conversations with an international hotel brand who is looking to deliver a 4* hotel.
Why is a traditional hotel better than an aparthotel?
Changing the type of hotel will provide more jobs, more visitors and visitors to traditional hotels tend to spend more money locally as they are not self-catering.
When is the deadline for comments?
16 February 2026.
How can I give my feedback?
Online, via social media, via email, post or at our consultation event.
What happens after the consultation period ends?
We will collate all feedback which will feed into our planning applications later this year to Cornwall Council.
What types of commercial space are planned?
Flexible retail, leisure and workspace clustered along the quayside to create a vibrant heart for local and new businesses. Industrial space continues to support fishing and marine activity.
Why concentrate commercial uses near the waterfront?
To activate the destination, improve footfall for businesses and align activity with the hotel, public spaces and beach access.
What is the relationship between Hayle Harbour and the development?
Hayle Harbour is operated by Hayle Harbour Authority and operational decisions regarding the harbour are standalone to the development. However, the land at Hayle Harbour is owned by the development.
What is happening at Hayle Harbour?
We are exploring how the development can best support the harbour in the long term. This includes reviewing which areas within the site are essential for the harbour and the groups who rely on it.
We are working closely with harbour stakeholders, including the fishing community, to refine areas such as the fishing compound so the plans meet their needs. These conversations are ongoing.
When the development is complete, each new property and business will contribute around £200,000 a year to help fund the harbour through the World Heritage Levy.
Are you making the fishing compound smaller?
No, the fishing compound proposed is larger than what was previously consented and what is there at the moment.
What is the World Heritage Levy?
The World Heritage Levy is a yearly contribution paid by all homes and businesses within the Harbour Masterplan area. Once the development is complete, it is expected to generate around £200,000 each year for Hayle Harbour. This funding will help the harbour invest in improvements and support its long-term operations.
Are you talking to the Fishermen and Harbour stakeholders?
Yes, we have held several meetings with Harbour stakeholders including the Hayle Fishing Association and have adapted the Hayle Harbour Masterplan following their feedback. These conversations will continue to inform the planning submissions.
What is happening with the collapsed section of harbour wall.
We don’t currently have the funding to repair the harbour wall. Two grant applications have been unsuccessful, but we are continuing to work with other organisations and Cornwall Council to find a solution.