RBH forges ahead with Lower Falinge demolitions

Bury is a vibrant centre of culture, history, retail, industry, leisure, and opportunity, with ambitious development plans that will shape the borough for decades to come, writes Robert Summerfield of Bury Council.

Contractor FDT Construction Services has begun on-site works at the 1.8-acre plot off Albert Street after planning consent was given in October last year.

Jones Homes’ application for 41 homes in Woodhouses village returned to the council chamber after a deferral in January, and was passionately discussed for 90 minutes before finally being granted a somewhat reluctant approval.

The Manchester-based firm specialises in security, cleaning, concierge, and facilities management.

The 122-flat development known as Torkington sits on the site of the former Stockport College.

Partners Muse and Bury Council have selected the contractor for the £100m redevelopment of the Longfield Centre, beginning with a multi-storey car park.

The Bolton-based contractor has appointed liquidators, Place North West understands.

Greater Manchester’s response to the ‘A Railway Fit for Britain’s Future’ national consultation, which closes on 15 April, will outline asks including setting local fares, developing underused land around stations and a statutory role in major decisions.

The renewable energy developer is inviting members of the public to provide further opinions to build on the first round of consultation held in November for Scout Moor Two.

Applicants Stockport Grammar School and Story Homes have submitted their plans to develop a 9.4-acre site off Dialstone Lane.

Bolton Council has paved the way for the construction of 43 affordable rent homes on 3.7 acres off Roxalina Street.

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Trafford is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with a series of ambitious developments set to reshape the borough and propel it into a dynamic era of growth, writes Trafford Council Leader Cllr Tom Ross.

Together, the two applications submitted to Trafford Council concern some 109 acres of land to the east and west of Warburton Lane.

New Avenue Living Greater Manchester Housing Fund has secured an initial £40m of backing from the GMPF, GMCA, and Better Society Capital to build a 1,000-unit portfolio of affordable homes over the next three years.

Tameside Council is selling a 2.3-acre plot overlooking the town’s marina that is earmarked for housing.

The practice that designed the well-known Stockport Pyramid went under owing £744,000 to creditors.

Deferred in January, the developer has declared its intent to appeal if further delays ensue on the allocated Failsworth site. Members will also consider plans for 101 homes at Foxdenton, Chadderton.

The council plans to commission a fresh masterplan for the long-stalled Altrincham site following the collapse of developer Nikal, which had been attached to the project for almost 20 years.