Ask submits plans for Greengate scheme

ASK Developments has submitted plans for the new scheme at Greengate close to Manchester Cathedral.

Ask has been working with Salford City Council on the project which will see the 13-hectare site around the former Exchange railway station turned into offices, housing and shops.

Together with Network Rail it has submitted a full planning application for a 10-storey office block and outline permisson for a nine-storey block. There is also space for parking and shops, bars and cafes.

The development also requires listed building consent for the partial demolition of a railway viaduct.

Planners in Salford see Greengate as a vital part of Salford’s regeneration as it acts as a key link between the two cities.

Overall redevelopment plans for the brownfield site include £400m-£450m worth of office, hotel and potential residential development.