Huge plans to transform part of the Northern Quarter into new flats, shops and green space have been announced by the council.
The Church Street car park, opposite the likes of Evelyn’s and Northern Soul on one side, and the famous Millstone pub on the other, is set to be leveled as part of a scheme to deliver 300 new homes – 20% of which will be classified as ‘affordable’ – alongside new shop units and public spaces.
It will also feature four new public squares and landscaped green spaces, improved pedestrian routes, and a flexible gallery and community space.
Following a competitive process, Manchester City Council has proposed to sell the 1.54-acre site to developers Glenbrook, subject to formal approval and planning permission.
It’s said that the development ‘should respect the heritage and architecture of the historic neighbourhood’
Council leader Bev Craig said the car park had long been ‘an eyesore and a barrier to the ongoing success of the Northern Quarter’.
“We want to bring forward a world-class development that has the potential to completely transform this part of the neighbourhood,” she said. “As such, this development will also celebrate the distinct architectural heritage of the Northern Quarter and honour the history of the area.”
Director at Glenbrook, Ian Sherry, described the project as a ‘unique opportunity’.
“We look forward to jointly delivering an outstanding project for the Northern Quarter community and supporting the city’s continued growth agenda,” he said.
The final legal negotiations with Glenbrook are expected to conclude over the summer, with public consultation to follow before a full planning application is submitted.
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