Green light for next phase of Heysham Business Park

AMA FIC Ltd has secured approval for the first phase of new-build works that form the next stage of improvements at Heysham Business Park.Heysham Business Park lies within the Heysham Gateway regeneration area which is identified by Rochdale Council for major economic investment through its adopted Local Plan.The business park was purchased in 2021 by AMA FIC Ltd, part of Crown Oil, and the new owner has invested significantly to refurbish buildings, remove dilapidated structures and clear illegally tipped waste.The approved works represent the next stage in its ambitions to bring forward new employment space that closely aligns with the council’s ambitions to see focused employment growth in the area.The detailed planning permission will allow the delivery of four new employment units and a new gatehouse, improving the appearance of the site entrance and kickstarting further investment in the park.P4 Planning is advising AMA FIC on the planning strategy to bring forward a coordinated approach to the wider site’s redevelopment, which is located close to Heysham’s port and power station.Bill Davidson, managing director at P4 Planning, said: “AMA FIC has worked hard to clean up this once dilapidated employment site and this proposal is a critical next step that will deliver additional environmental benefits and act as a catalyst for further economic growth in Heysham.”Stephen Chicken, from asset manager SCP Investments, added: “We are pleased to secure planning approval and are grateful to officers and the members of the planning committee. It has been a long process, but our team has worked tirelessly with the council to bring forward these plans.”We look forward to continuing to work with the local and country authorities in a proactive manner because these development proposals, that align with the strategic plan, are critical to economic growth in the region.”P4 Planning is working with architect Bate and Taylor, SCP Transport, Cudd Bentley, E3P and Gravitate Consulting.