We’re proud to announce the acquisition of this brownfield site in Chadderton on 23rd April, secured on the same day as full planning permission was granted for 149 new homes.
The scheme comprises two and three-bedroom semis/mews, and three and four-bedroom detached properties, including 60 affordable homes. Our development will maximise the benefits of the local setting, providing a cycleway and pedestrian links to the Rochdale Canal through a new public open space on site.
We are delighted to have successfully obtained planning consent within 9 months, having resolved several technical complications, with our internal design and planning team and planning consultants. Our remediation contractors, Fox Group, made an immediate start on site on 24th April to facilitate accelerated delivery.
The site is in a highly sustainable location, situated close to several local services and amenities. It offers convenient access to Greater Manchester and beyond, being close to the M60 J.21 and just 800m from Hollinwood Metrolink.
Jonathan Pickthall, Land Director at Rowland, said: “This is another significant purchase for us in Greater Manchester. Chadderton is a desirable location for families and commuters, with easy access to the Metrolink and motorway. It is pleasing to unlock and develop another brownfield site, utilising our technical team's expertise and experience. We are excited about developing a quality canal-side development that is wholly sustainable”.
A spokesperson for Oldham Council said: “This is fantastic news for Chadderton and the borough of Oldham. The transformation of this vacant site into a thriving new neighbourhood is a real boost for the area and exactly the kind of regeneration we’re proud to support. These much‑needed new homes, including affordable housing, will make a meaningful difference for local people, and I’m excited to see this development grow into a welcoming place that families and residents will be proud to call home.”
Kieran Mclaughlin of CBRE advised Oldham Council on the land sale. Asteer Planning advised Rowland on the planning application, and IGE Consulting is providing Geo-environmental engineering advice.
