Stockport Council has begun a process to consult with local residents as they consider Stockport Local Plan planning for Stockport’s future through to 2035. The Stockport Local Plan will set the rules for development and land uses which will have an impact on the way we live and work in the … [Read more...]
News for: House building
Lyme Design tees up donation to Seashell Trust
Hazel Grove's Lyme Design and Build held a golf day to raise over £4,000 for Seashell Trust and it was a great success. Hazel Grove's Lyme Design and Build live by the mantra "you're only as good as your last job" embodying this statement into every job and every customers individual needs, makes … [Read more...]
How to reduce energy consumption in your business
Stockport based Hallidays explore how to re-think your energy and utilities, saving your business significant costs. Energy and utilities can be a significant cost to businesses. If you don’t already do it, it’s important to always compare a selection of tariffs across several utility suppliers. … [Read more...]
Affordable housing for the residents of Stockport
Stockport Homes Group have become industry recognised for providing outstanding services to customers with their pursuit of affordable housing for Stockport residents. Using their innovative approach to commercial growth and entrepreneurial culture, they have progressed into the success of today … [Read more...]
£8.5m RBS loan opens door to new care village
A new care village has opened in South Manchester thanks to an £8.5m loan from the Royal Bank of Scotland. Belong Morris Feinmann, a new care village for the Jewish community, has opened its doors in Didsbury. Care provider, Belong, has partnered with the Morris Feinmann Homes Trust to create … [Read more...]
Stockport Homes supports National Volunteers’ Week
Volunteers play a vital role in the community and Stockport Homes are joining a national campaign to recognise the dedication of those who give up their time for free. National Volunteers’ Week, which is run by The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) takes place from 1 - 7 June … [Read more...]
Stockport new homes market looking vibrant
It seems that Stockport's development and regeneration programme is also having an impact on the domestic, residential housing market as the Stockport new homes market looks to be vibrant. The £1 billion plan of investment across Stockport is already having a positive impact on the business … [Read more...]
Inspired Asset Management funding for Stockport scheme
Inspired Asset Management has secured development finance for Fabrick, a 184-unit residential scheme in Stockport, comprising high specification one and two-bedroom micro-apartments. £17m in development financing was provided by UBS Asset Management UK. Fabrick is a permitted development … [Read more...]
Private housing drives construction starts
A rise in private housing activity is driving construction starts – up 6% higher on last year in the three months to April. The latest GleniganIndex shows residential starts are as much as were 26% higher than a year ago, again growth driven by a sharp rise in private housing starts. By … [Read more...]
Manchester architect launches new Stockport practice
After more than a decade working in commercial practice in the city centre, Manchester architect Mark Whitfield has opened his own practice in Stockport. The new business, Whitfield Architects, is focused on residential, heritage and commercial projects, drawing on Mark’s 12 years of hands-on … [Read more...]
Staying on top of safety compliance
Being the landlord of a commercial property carries with it a wide range of different responsibilities. While details vary from one tenancy agreement to the next concerning who does what, when it comes to general maintenance and upkeep, landlords are ultimately accountable for the health and … [Read more...]
Red Rock Facilities Management nominated for a Grafter
Stockport based Red Rock Facilities Management have been nominated in the Grafters Awards for the second year running. For the second year in a row, Red Rock Facilities Management has been shortlisted at the Grafters Awards under the category, Best Facilities Management Company. The award is won … [Read more...]