Planning permission has been unanimously granted for a new Eco Business Park in Cheadle.
Network Space Developments (NSD) submitted the planning application on behalf of landowner Stockport Council for the 115,000 sq ft multi-unit development at the Bird Hall Lane site.
Delivering six light industrial units, from 10,000 to 40,000 sq ft, it is designed to target BREEAM Outstanding, a new benchmark for a scheme of this type, and align with Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standards.
Following the planning committee’s approval, the development will be constructed to suit a wide range of potential business requirements, supported by the £4.4 million grant secured through the Government Town Fund.
Paul Richards, Director of Development and Regeneration at Stockport Council, said: “We can now take forward this exciting opportunity to create a groundbreaking, sustainable new employment zone which will not only have a positive impact on the environment, but will also mean more jobs, which will be a huge boost the local economy.
“We look forward to working alongside NSD to progress plans and demonstrate our commitment in tackling climate change alongside our CAN (Climate Action Now) work.”
Set to create upwards of 200 jobs once complete, the development is central to the Town Investment Plan, which will unlock Cheadle’s economic potential and drive clean growth. NSD worked closely with the Cheadle Town Fund Board in developing the proposals.
