The planning application to completely re-develop the former Chorlton Leisure site as an affordable later living housing scheme has been approved by the planning committee today
The scheme has been brought forward as part of a partnership between Manchester-based MSV Housing Group and Manchester City Council and will bring a site back into use that has stood empty for more than seven years.
The new development will provide 50 apartments (a mix of one bed and two bed) for the over 55s. Seven of the apartments will be for sale by shared ownership, three will be neighbourhood apartments providing step up accommodation, with the remaining 40 capped at the Manchester Living Rent (i.e. priced at or below the local housing allowance level).
Lettings will be prioritized to over 55s with a housing priority need, including those wishing to right size and free up a social rented family home in the local area for families on the housing waiting list.
The development is expected to be completed Summer 2025 and will see an investment of over £12m.
Cllr Gavin White, Manchester City Council’s executive member for housing and development, said:
“This is a welcome milestone on the transformation of this site, which has stood unused for a number of years. The project will deliver much-needed low-carbon, affordable housing for older people, helping to meet a clear need for this type of home in this neighbourhood. We know this will be a really positive investment in the heart of the Chorlton community.”
