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05/02/2025
Stockport 8 Moves Forward As Vinci Named Preferred Contractor
Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) and ECF, a joint venture between Homes England, Legal & General, and Muse, have selected Vinci as the preferred contractor for Phase 1 of Stockport 8, a £350 million residential development west of Stockport town centre.
The decision follows a competitive collaborative dialogue tender process, with Vinci emerging as the successful candidate. Vinci will now work alongside the project team on design development, and pending planning approval, construction is expected to commence in early 2026 with the demolition of the existing bus depot.
Stockport 8, situated on land flanking King Street West and adjacent to the iconic railway viaduct, is one of the largest developments within the 130-acre Town Centre West masterplan. The project aims to seamlessly reconnect the area with the town centre, fostering a walkable and integrated community beneath the railway arches.
At the core of Stockport MDC's vision to transform Stockport Town Centre West into the UK’s most sustainable and liveable urban hub, the development will feature a high-quality, green neighbourhood catering to a range of housing needs. The ambitious plans, shaped through an extensive two-stage consultation process that began in January 2024, outline the creation of up to 1,300 energy-efficient homes designed for diverse demographics.
The project will integrate:
• A variety of high-quality, energy-efficient homes connected to the surrounding communities.
• Spaces for businesses and community uses at ground level, enhancing the town centre's offerings.
• A neighbourhood centred around new public spaces, fostering community engagement.
• Environmental improvements to enhance the surrounding road network.
• Enhanced public realm features, including residential courtyards and green roof spaces to support biodiversity.
• A pedestrian-friendly central street, promoting active and sustainable travel.
• Modern amenities, including car parking, car clubs, electric vehicle charging stations, and ample cycle parking.
• A celebration of Stockport's heritage, incorporating historic street patterns and street names.
Stockport 8 forms a key part of a broader £1 billion investment currently reshaping Stockport town centre.
The decision follows a competitive collaborative dialogue tender process, with Vinci emerging as the successful candidate. Vinci will now work alongside the project team on design development, and pending planning approval, construction is expected to commence in early 2026 with the demolition of the existing bus depot.
Stockport 8, situated on land flanking King Street West and adjacent to the iconic railway viaduct, is one of the largest developments within the 130-acre Town Centre West masterplan. The project aims to seamlessly reconnect the area with the town centre, fostering a walkable and integrated community beneath the railway arches.
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At the core of Stockport MDC's vision to transform Stockport Town Centre West into the UK’s most sustainable and liveable urban hub, the development will feature a high-quality, green neighbourhood catering to a range of housing needs. The ambitious plans, shaped through an extensive two-stage consultation process that began in January 2024, outline the creation of up to 1,300 energy-efficient homes designed for diverse demographics.
The project will integrate:
• A variety of high-quality, energy-efficient homes connected to the surrounding communities.
• Spaces for businesses and community uses at ground level, enhancing the town centre's offerings.
• A neighbourhood centred around new public spaces, fostering community engagement.
• Environmental improvements to enhance the surrounding road network.
• Enhanced public realm features, including residential courtyards and green roof spaces to support biodiversity.
• A pedestrian-friendly central street, promoting active and sustainable travel.
• Modern amenities, including car parking, car clubs, electric vehicle charging stations, and ample cycle parking.
• A celebration of Stockport's heritage, incorporating historic street patterns and street names.
Stockport 8 forms a key part of a broader £1 billion investment currently reshaping Stockport town centre.
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