Manchester Council's Water Street Revival Plan

0:00On March 6th, Manchester City Council is rolling out big plans to revive the water street area, one of the last overlook spots in the city center. Developers aim to build thousands of new homes, with at least 20% affordable, plus a large new urban park and mixed-use spots for shops and eateries. This tucked-away neighborhood of Trinity Way sits between the ring road and castle field, filled now with low industrial buildings and empty lots. The new draft framework builds on a 2017 plan, ramping up investment in housing and green spaces. Council leaders see it as a chance to knit together historic castle field and the Buzzing St. John's District. They want more affordable options in parks to mash the city's fast economic growth, which beats the national average while making the center. Welcoming for everyone. The park will hud the river Medlock, around 6.5 acres, like Mayfield Park, built tough against climate changes, and shielded from traffic by, new structures. Plans also fix severed paths with pedestrian routes and a possible elevated walkway to

1:03the Dean's Gate Castlefield tram stop. On Friday, March 13th, the Council executive will vote to launch public consultations, paving the way to pitch council lands to builders and turn. This forgotten corner into a lively hub.