Canal-side development partnership launched

A new partnership has been formed as part of a scheme to create an affordable canal-side development in Stretford.CERT Property and Heatley Developments have joined forces with Southway Housing Trust to assist Trafford Council on the project.The one and two-bedroom homes will be built as part of the Stretford masterplan on Edge Lane through the partnership.The homes are available for shared ownership at CERT & Heatley’s Royal Canal Works development located on the Bridgewater canal.The collaboration between CERT Property, Heatley Developments and Southway Housing Trust sees Heatley Developments contracted to build the scheme. Construction began on Tuesday 3 May.CERT has also submitted a planning application for a further phase of development on the site of 11 houses to commence later in the year, which Heatley’s will be building.The scheme recently received funding from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) via the Brownfield Housing Fund.The GMCA has been provided with funding from Central Government to support developments on brownfield sites that have a real positive benefit for the local community and economy. The affordable properties will be sold through Gecko Homes, Southway’s sales and marketing arm.Cllr Andrew Western, leader of Trafford Council, said: “The regeneration of Stretford is of massive importance to Trafford Council and fits in with our commitment to create thriving town centres.”The plans will greatly improve the area by creating valuable green and open spaces and making Stretford an exciting and modern centre for the enjoyment of the whole community and beyond.”