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the SRF will become a material consideration in future planning decisions, guiding development proposals to align with the Council’s ambitions for a vibrant, inclusive, and Cllr Mark Roberts, Leader of Stockport
the huge difference made to our town centre under the UK’s largest town centre regeneration, and the Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) sets out “This gives us the route map for
Connectivity between the east and
west of Stockport will be enhanced with improved walking, cycling, and public transport links, as well as to neighbouring communities, improving accessibility for those living in and Setting a new standard of urban
distinctive neighbourhoods that together shape the vision for the east of the town centre. They look to blend characterful architecture in keeping with Stockport’s historic charm with sustainable
1 Goyt Riverside will transform the riverside corridor into a lively residential community anchored by a new riverside park, opening up access to the water and providing high-quality new homes. The beauty of the river will be revealed, allowing for an interactive waterside landscape for active and passive leisure,
2 Civic and historic heart focuses regeneration around Piccadilly, where sensitive design will complement Stockport’s rich heritage while introducing new homes, employment space, and green space at the town’s core.
3 Hillgate will be renewed through the uncovering of Hempshaw Brook and the creation of a green, connected neighbourhood that strengthens links
The SRF, which was shaped following
extensive public consultation, builds upon Stockport’s decade-long £1bn town centre regeneration – the largest At the heart of this transformation, since being established in 2019, the MDC has driven forward landmark projects, including the state-of-the-art Stockport Interchange, the restoration and a brand-new business district at To-date, £600m private sector
investment has been secured, 175,000 ft² of employment space generated, and 1,200 new homes completed and on site, with a further 1,300 in the years. Affordable housing is an integral part of the pipeline, with 73 affordable homes delivered at Platform, 148 on site at Chestergate, and 82 more to be delivered within phase one of the new Stockport 8 neighbourhood. Elsewhere in the town centre, there are 131 (63 affordable rent and 68 social rent) strengthening Stockport’s affordable To supercharge delivery of the ambitions set out in the TCE SRF, the Council recently endorsed plans to expand the boundary of the MDC to cover the entire town centre. This expansion is expected to be formally recommended by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham
achieving our vision to double housing needs while creating well- designed neighbourhoods that revitalise
matters – a health hub, new secondary school, green spaces and connectivity – while boosting opportunities for local businesses and attracting new investment. It’s also about enhancing what we already have – restoring our historic charm, opening up picturesque riverside settings and improving travel
bring that same ambition to the area to the east of the town centre as we shape To view the full Strategic Regeneration
Framework and learn more about the plans, visit:
www.stockport.gov.uk/
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