UK: Plans for a £1.8 million renovation of the former post office in Warrington’s Palmyra Square have received planning consent.
Work on the project will start later this year, resulting in 21 aparthotel units, while commercial space on the ground floor will remain as Grill on the Square.
Leeds-based PDG Architectural, which has had to resolve several conservation and planning issues, including producing a design that will incorporate a number of existing external features, to secure approval for its plans.
It is predicted that redevelopment of the site will support the employment of up to 50 people in construction and the supply chain when work gets under way in November.
Andy Pickup, managing director of PDG Architectural, said: “Working closely with the planning authority from the outset has been invaluable in securing planning approval. As designers, we want to see the creation of top quality, impactful projects that will leave a long-lasting legacy. This one will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the regeneration of Warrington town centre.”
The scheme is a joint venture between property developer Nathan Priestley with Priestley homes (Priestley Group) in partnership with property firm Immedi-Let.
Director of Immedi-let Danny Inman, said: “We are delighted that we can now push ahead with our ambitious plans. Renovating existing buildings is an ideal way to improve the quality of local sites while we support Warrington Council’s intentions to improve residential accommodation throughout the town.”
Nathan Priestley, chief executive officer of the Priestley Group, said: “Warrington is a good property investment thanks to its location and buoyant property market. The town is subject to major regeneration plans and is fast becoming one of the north west’s most desirable places to live, work and visit.”
