Trafford approves draft Wharfside regeneration framework
With a consultation due to begin within the next few weeks, the council’s masterplan to enable the delivery of up to 5,000 homes on 215 acres between the Manchester Ship Canal, Old Trafford stadium, and Europa Way is making progress.
Trafford Council’s executive committee signed off a draft version of the plan yesterday.
The draft Trafford Wharfside Development Framework sets out a vision for a 15-year future for the area, one that includes a re-imaged setting for the Manchester United football ground, improved connections between Trafford Wharfside and the city centre, more public realm, and the building of thousands of homes, workspaces, shops, and food and beverage offerings.
Trafford Council worked alongside Peel, Salford City Council, and Manchester United on the proposals. Hawkins\Brown drew up the development framework, while Capita crafted the masterplan and parameters plans for the project. The documents also feature the work of LDA Design, Avison Young, and Civic Engineers.
Cllr Liz Patel, the executive member for economy and regeneration, described the need for a regen strategy for the area.
“Trafford Wharfside is an area that will see great change over the next 15-20 years,” she said. “With the Manchester Ship Canal on one side, it is home to many businesses, existing communities, the Imperial War Museum North and the iconic Old Trafford football stadium.”
She added later: “These plans will ensure the area is developed with well-designed new homes, green spaces, good transport and walking connections to the city centre and Salford and with the community facilities in place to make it a great place to live and work.
“We want to provide a world-class setting for Manchester United’s stadium and greatly improve the visitor experience to the area, making the most of the historical waterfront at Wharfside.”
