Derelict Wirral site to be redeveloped into hundreds of homes

Transformation plans for a derelict Wirral site, which envisage building more than 500 homes as part of a wider masterplan, have been lodged.The aim is for Bromborough Wharf, earmarked for land off Dock Road South, to be a new riverside space for both exercise and relaxation.Landowners, Bromborough Riverside Regeneration Ltd and Grammont Group, are working together to “establish a shared vision for the comprehensive redevelopment of the whole site”.According to a design and access statement, the shared vision for the whole site is to “establish a new high quality sustainable community for Bromborough”The statement said: “Bromborough Wharf will transform a derelict site and create a highly sustainable community that will be a desirable place to live for generations to come.”A key part of the proposals is to create a beautifully landscaped promenade overlooking the River Mersey. This is a unique opportunity to benefit resident health and wellbeing by opening up a new riverside space for both exercise and relaxation, which will be accessible to the entire Bromborough community.”The application seeks outline planning permission from Wirral Council for the 22-acre plot B (Bromborough Wharf West) site and includes the demolition of all existing buildings and structures and the building of up to 564 homes and associated infrastructure.A mix of one, two, three and four-bed houses and apartments would be built.In total, up to 1,200 new homes could be brought forward on the site alongside new community uses, infrastructure and open space.