Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has set out plans to speed up the planning process and overhaul local planning committees as part of measures to accelerate housebuilding and stimulate economic growth. Proposals will allow for applications that comply with local development plans to bypass … [Read more...]
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Up to 700 new homes proposed on Stockport-Cheshire border near Stanley Green
Housebuilder, Bloor Homes, has begun a public consultation on plans for a development of up to 700 new homes near Stanley Green Retail Park on the Stockport-Cheshire border. Dubbed Heald Green East, plans for the site off the A34 include proposals for an additional local train station on the line … [Read more...]
Second consultation launched on Woodford Garden Village extension plans
Harrow Estates, part of Redrow Group, has launched a second consultation regarding emerging plans to extend Woodford Garden Village on the Stockport-Cheshire border. Following initial public consultation in the Summer, the masterplan for the development has been updated with further design work … [Read more...]
Consultation launched on extension of Woodford Garden Village
Harrow Estates, part of Redrow Group, has launched a public consultation over emerging plans to extend Woodford Garden Village as part of a comprehensive masterplan. A sustainable mix of around 500 new homes is proposed including a significant portion of affordable homes, family housing, senior … [Read more...]
Luxury Prestbury apartments set to be among the North’s most expensive flats
A development of six luxury apartments in Prestbury are expected to become among the most expensive flats in the entire North of England when they complete later this year. The Fairways scheme, overlooking Prestbury Golf Club has been designed and built by Prestbury Estates, with backing of a … [Read more...]
Work begins on new Local Plan for Cheshire East
Cheshire East Council has begun work on a new Local Plan for the borough, which will help inform planning decisions and development through to the 2040s. A 12-week consultation is underway to hear from residents, businesses and other stakeholders as to the issues future local planning policies … [Read more...]
Bellway partners with mortgage provider to support Cheshire homebuyers
Housebuilder Bellway has partnered with Own New on a mortgage product that will make it more affordable to purchase a new homes at three of its Cheshire developments. A new mortgage product, Own New Rate Reducer, could see buyers of new-build Bellway homes benefit from interest rates from below … [Read more...]
Macclesfield resident revs into new home at Bellway’s Weaver Green
Macclesfield resident James Dodd is looking forward to putting his off-road driving skills to the test with a half day 4x4 driving experience, courtesy of housebuilder Bellway after moving into the developer's Weaver Green scheme just outside the town. James was the lucky winner of Bellway’s … [Read more...]
Cityheart makes further hires as national regeneration projects expand
Housing, regeneration and placemaking development specialist, Wilmslow and London-based Cityheart, has announced two senior appointments to further bolster its growing team and extend its presence across the UK. Benji Slater (pictured, left) joins from Inland Homes as development director with a … [Read more...]
Planning rules to be relaxed for solar panels on homes and businesses
Homeowners and businesses will be given greater flexibility to install rooftop solar panels to generate electricity under announced changes to planning regulations. Changes to permitted development rights rules announced by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) will … [Read more...]
Cheshire East Council to update planning guidance to protect natural habitats and biodiversity
Cheshire East Council is urging developers to follow new guidelines for protecting natural habitats and promoting biodiversity. The council is conducting a four-week consultation on a draft supplementary planning document that aims to reduce the impact of new housing and commercial property … [Read more...]
Planning approval for Macclesfield apartment scheme
Cheshire East Council has approved plans for 47 apartments and two retail units to be built on the site of the derelict Old Kings Head pub on Chestergate in Macclesfield town centre. Plans will see the existing structures on the site demolished, with a four-storey apartment building built in … [Read more...]