Developer presses ahead with co-living scheme

A major co-living development that could transform a brownfield site near the River Irwell in Salford has taken a step forward.

Developer and alternative living operator re:shape has submitted its planning application for a 22-storey development on Worrall Street in Ordsall to deliver 426 co-living homes, with 20 per cent of units offered at 20 per cent Discount Market Rent, with priority being given to "local people and key workers".

Bosses say the scheme, which focuses on combining private living with communal facilities, including coworking spaces, a gym, wellness suite and rooftop terraces with panoramic views over the river, would create “a thriving new community” and offer a “contemporary approach to urban living”.

The development also features urban landscaping to provide a new pedestrian link between Worrall Street and the River Irwell and will widen the existing riverside walkway to improve connectivity.

Robbie Nightingale, re:shape’s development director, said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to bring forward a thriving new community and building underpinned by an open-door policy for the local area.

“We’d like to thank everybody who contributed to the public consultation and the design proposals, which has hugely helped to shape our vision for Worrall Street, as reflected in this planning application.

“We’re also excited to bring forward Salford’s first co-living scheme with a policy compliant level of affordable housing. 

“This will give young people, key workers and existing residents of the city access to highly sought after, quality homes that they can afford and be proud to call home.”

The Worrall Street site has been designed by Buttress Architects with Stantec acting as planning consultant, KS4 as project consultant, and Social advising on community engagement.

Ben Tabiner, associate director at Buttress Architects, added: “Worrall Street represents an exciting opportunity to revitalise a key brownfield site on Salford's riverside. 

“It’s a co-living scheme which introduces a vibrant and social way of living, bringing together a new community through a shared living experience.

“We’ve thoughtfully designed communal amenity spaces such as areas for dining, socialising and relaxing alongside facilities for leisure, all designed to enhance the living experience and foster a sense of community and a contemporary approach to urban living.

“By adding a diverse, alternative and affordable housing format to Salford, it not only provides quality homes but also enriches the city’s residential offering, creating a sense of belonging and community for all who live there.”

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