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By: Contributor(s): Language: English Series: Estates Gazette ; (0716) 21 April 2007, 158-179(15)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Predictions show that Newcastle will run out of Grade A office space until new developments create more in 2008 and 2009. Darlington will get a new shopping centre, and Yarm is suggested as a good example to follow. Newcastle's shopping centre is in decline, with stagnant rents and at least one major retailer leaving. Ambitious plans for an eco-friendly village at Eastgate in the Wear Valley may hinge on whether the heat potential of the hot water spring can be utilised. The traditional industry sector is facing a potential crisis of land supply. Regeneration in Consett is examined. Argon Properties are profiled.

Predictions show that Newcastle will run out of Grade A office space until new developments create more in 2008 and 2009. Darlington will get a new shopping centre, and Yarm is suggested as a good example to follow. Newcastle's shopping centre is in decline, with stagnant rents and at least one major retailer leaving. Ambitious plans for an eco-friendly village at Eastgate in the Wear Valley may hinge on whether the heat potential of the hot water spring can be utilised. The traditional industry sector is facing a potential crisis of land supply. Regeneration in Consett is examined. Argon Properties are profiled.