Waterside regeneration specialists Peel Waters have submitted plans to create 159 new homes at Manchester Waters.
Located between The Bridgewater Canal and The Manchester Ship Canal, the proposed one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments will be split across two buildings, overlooking both historic canals, and will uniquely offer every future resident a home with a waterfront view.
As part of the proposals, Peel says it will be making a contribution “equivalent” to 20% affordable housing within Trafford, and a further contribution will be made towards improving green spaces in the local area.
James Whittaker, executive director for Peel Waters, said: “This is the next exciting step in our regeneration plans for Manchester Waters, offering a unique residential opportunity at one of the best development sites in Greater Manchester.
“Waterside living in the UK comes with many benefits that enhance quality of life and wellness. Our proposed homes will celebrate their waterfront location as well as delivering much needed new, sustainable, quality housing in the area in addition to providing the next section of new improved pedestrian and cycle links between Manchester and MediaCity.
“Alongside creating new homes, the proposals represent a significant investment into the local area, which will create new jobs, apprenticeships and local employment opportunities throughout the construction stage.”
The development will feature a communal rooftop terrace, located above the entrance to the site, which is said will offer residents “exceptional” views onto the Manchester Ship Canal, and a “vibrant and welcoming” residents’ courtyard garden will offer extra outdoor space for residents to relax in.
Sustainability is said to be at the heart of the design and a fabric-first approach will be used to reduce carbon emissions. Alongside this, heat pumps and solar panels will generate energy on site and will be complemented by a heat recovery system, making the buildings highly efficient.
The proposed build to rent homes will form part of a wider Manchester Waters masterplan to regenerate the brownfield site and bring much needed homes to the area. The site has been largely vacant for over 20 years and the proposals will deliver a high-quality scheme, transforming the area into a sustainable, mixed-use community.
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