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Manchester's St Mary's Parsonage: New Urban Plan
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- May 20, 2026
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- 108
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Summary
Manchester City Council embarks on a monumental task to revamp St Marys Parsonage, a neighborhood bordered by Bridge Street, Deansgate, the River Irwell, and Blackfriars Road. The plan? A comprehensive strategy for people and traffic flow, aiming to enhance attractiveness and accessibility. The project is massive, involving over one point two million square feet of commercial space, supporting more than ten thousand jobs, and hundreds of new homes, hotels, and public spaces. The redevelopment of the old Kendals department store, Albert Bridge House, and the Alberton and Cardinal sites are key components. The council seeks a team to focus on the areas between structures, activating smaller street scenes, improving green spaces, and creating a sense of place. This includes connecting the area to the Cyan Lines project and the citys UNICEF Child Friendly City initiative. The appointed team will update the existing regeneration framework, outlining a clear plan for streets, spaces, movement, and services. This will coordinate investment across different sites and landowners, aiming to minimize disruption during construction. The redevelopment of Kendals, backed by forty-four million dollars in funding, will be a significant driver for the neighborhoods future. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/28032ce08c78b179