Plans to transform the former Chorlton Cross Shopping Centre have been approved by Manchester City Council
Major plans to transform the former Chorlton Cross Shopping Centre into a thriving new destination to live and shop at have been signed off by Manchester City Council this week.
Brought forward by Manchester-based PJ Livesey, in partnership with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund, the plans will create a diverse mix of homes and revitalised retail spaces that will create a new beating heart for the community.
The approved plans include:
- 262 apartments (one-, two- and three-bed), all with access to outdoor space through balconies and gardens
- 20% affordable homes available through a mix of tenures, with 18.5% of these being available for social rent
- Around 3,500 sq metres of public open space, including outdoor seating areas and a fully walkable route through Manchester Road
- A mix of flexible retail spaces including a new ‘Makers Yard’ suitable for smaller, start-up businesses
- Up to 60 new trees across the site with maximised retention of existing trees
Georgina Lynch, managing director at PJ Livesey, said: “This is a landmark moment for Chorlton, marking the transformation of the former shopping centre into a vibrant new hub for the community. Working closely with Manchester City Council, we’ve carefully balanced the delivery of much-needed new homes — including 20% affordable — with the creation of lively, welcoming spaces to shop, relax, and spend time. This site is at the heart of Chorlton, and we’re bringing it back to life, cementing the area’s reputation as a truly great place to live.”
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