Planning Submitted for Cole Waterhouse's Trafford Wharf Scheme, Designed by Chapman Taylor
Chapman Taylor is proud to announce the submission of a planning application by Cole Waterhouse for the transformation of the former Hilti HQ site, located off Trafford Wharf Road in Stretford. The submission follows a comprehensive public consultation programme, aiming to reimagine this key site with a vibrant mixed-use development.
Our vision for Trafford Wharf, in collaboration with Cole Waterhouse, focuses on revitalizing this brownfield site through the delivery of a high-quality, mixed-use scheme. It includes 438 Build-to-Rent (BtR) apartments, with 20% designated as affordable homes for local Trafford residents, alongside 419 purpose-built student accommodation beds. The development will also feature a new higher education facility offering teaching space, offices, various student amenities, and an on-site café.
Designed to create a lasting positive impact on the community, the scheme will encompass two striking residential towers, thoughtfully designed on-site amenities, extensive landscaped public areas, and flexible commercial space at ground level. The 2.2-acre site is situated within Trafford Council’s Wharfside regeneration zone, an area earmarked for significant transformation, including the delivery of up to 5,000 new homes and a new stadium for Manchester United.
The proposed development represents a substantial multi-million-pound investment in the local economy. It is expected to generate over 1,300 jobs during the construction phase and create nearly 300 permanent roles once operational. Additionally, the scheme is set to contribute over £1.6 million in s106 planning contributions, supporting the community's infrastructure and services.
Simon Gallanders, Managing Director of Cole Waterhouse Residential, commented: “This game-changing project would help to transform this well-known brownfield site into a thriving new community. It would deliver hundreds of new homes, helping to address the acute need for more affordable properties in Trafford.
“In addition, there has been significant growth in Manchester’s student population in recent years, with estimates of a shortfall of up to 4,000 student beds. Trafford Wharf is well-located, with highly sustainable transport links to the education campuses in Salford and Manchester. It is the perfect location to provide top-of-the-range student accommodation to help meet that need, and we believe our plans will make a significant contribution to the continued regeneration of the wider area.”
Cole Waterhouse acquired the site from Hilti in April as part of a conditional purchase agreement. The planning application is a joint submission with Hilti, which, if successful, will see Hilti conclude their involvement in the project. Paul Butler Associates is acting as the planning consultant for the scheme.
Chapman Taylor is excited to be at the forefront of this transformative development, which will deliver a high-quality, sustainable, and community-focused addition to Trafford's landscape.
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Our vision for Trafford Wharf, focuses on revitalising this brownfield site through the delivery of a high-quality, mixed-use scheme. It includes 438 Build-to-Rent (BtR) apartments, with 20% designated as affordable homes for local Trafford residents, alongside 419 purpose-built student accommodation beds. The development will also feature a new higher education facility offering teaching space, offices, various student amenities, and an on-site café.
Designed to create a lasting positive impact on the community, the scheme will encompass two striking residential towers, thoughtfully designed on-site amenities, extensive landscaped public areas, and flexible commercial space at ground level. The 2.2-acre site is situated within Trafford Council’s Wharfside regeneration zone, an area earmarked for significant transformation, including the delivery of up to 5,000 new homes and a new stadium for Manchester United.
The proposed development represents a substantial multi-million-pound investment in the local economy. It is expected to generate over 1,300 jobs during the construction phase and create nearly 300 permanent roles once operational. Additionally, the scheme is set to contribute over £1.6 million in s106 planning contributions, supporting the community's infrastructure and services.
Simon Gallanders, Managing Director of Cole Waterhouse Residential, commented: “This game-changing project would help to transform this well-known brownfield site into a thriving new community. It would deliver hundreds of new homes, helping to address the acute need for more affordable properties in Trafford.
“In addition, there has been significant growth in Manchester’s student population in recent years, with estimates of a shortfall of up to 4,000 student beds. Trafford Wharf is well-located, with highly sustainable transport links to the education campuses in Salford and Manchester. It is the perfect location to provide top-of-the-range student accommodation to help meet that need, and we believe our plans will make a significant contribution to the continued regeneration of the wider area.”
Director Michael Swiszczowski commented, "We are excited to be at the forefront of this transformative development, which will deliver a high-quality, sustainable, and community-focused addition to Trafford's landscape. PLEASE AMEND"
Cole Waterhouse acquired the site from Hilti in April 2024 as part of a conditional purchase agreement. The planning application is a joint submission with Hilti, which, if successful, will see Hilti conclude their involvement in the project.
Cole Waterhouse acquired the site from Hilti in April 2024 as part of a conditional purchase agreement. The planning application is a joint submission with Hilti, which, if successful, will see Hilti conclude its involvement in the project.