Work starts on Stockport Homes HQ

THE first phase of Stockport Homes’ new 53,000 sq ft headquarters in Stockport town centre has begun.

Quorum Estates has appointed MF Finnigan as the demolition contractor to clear the former car salesroom and adjacent vacant industrial building on Edward Street opposite the town hall.

Quorum director Peter Cook said: “Since securing planning for this new landmark scheme, we have continued to work closely with Stockport Homes and Stockport Borough Council.

“The demolition marks the official start towards the delivery of this exciting and important town centre building. We now intend to work up detailed plans for phases two and three of the scheme which will ensure the comprehensive redevelopment of the whole Edward Street site”

Designed by AEW Architects, the new building will see the consolidation of Stockport Homes’ existing services in to one modern, efficient building.

Demolition is due to last 12 weeks and Quorum are due to announce the main contractor next month.

The new building will be ready for occupation by Spring 2017.