Story exchanges contracts for Stockport Grammar fields
The Cumbrian housebuilder will deliver a 50% affordable 112-home project at Dialstone Lane in Offerton, while the school said it will revamp its estate with some of the receipts.
Story intends to submit a planning application soon, and hopes to be on site later this year. Consultation was carried out a year ago.
Located on Dialstone Lane between Brooklyn Road and Hornbeam Close, the land is owned by Stockport Grammar School and was historically used by the school for sports.
However, due to issues including safeguarding challenges and a lack of facilities, the space has not been in active use by the school since 2015, leading SGS to seek a new future for the site.
As part of the new development, Story Homes will work with the Council to agree a package of community measures and contributions to benefit new and existing local residents, including a sports mitigation scheme.
Martin Nugent, head of land and planning for Story Homes North West, said: “It is very important to us that we deliver a sustainable community that benefits new and existing residents alike, and so we were pleased to be able to engage with the local community, taking on board their feedback on our plans and working together to bring this vision for a new development to life.
“In line with our commitment to the local community, our plans include dedicated public open spaces and play areas that will be accessible for both current and future residents. The new homes will be set within a green and leafy development which will support local wildlife and biodiversity and help to alleviate pressure on Stockport’s green belt zone.”
Hazel Tritschler, chair of governors at Stockport Grammar, said: “The proceeds from this transaction will significantly increase the school’s bursary program, thereby further expanding opportunities for local children, and maintain the 537 year ethos of providing education.
“Additionally, a substantial portion of the funds generated will be invested in upgrading the school’s existing facilities, helping to offset rising costs of maintaining our historic buildings and investing in measures to improve the environmental performance of the campus.”
