City set to approve plans for UK’s third-tallest skyscraper
Where the UK’s third tallest building could be built
- Plans for an 895ft tower, which would be the UK's third tallest skyscraper and Greater Manchester's tallest building, are set to be decided by Salford councillors this week.
- The proposed tower is part of a £1 billion project at Salford’s Regent Retail Park, encompassing 10 buildings and up to 3,300 new homes, alongside commercial and community spaces.
- Despite over 450 objections, including from Salford MP Rebecca Long-Bailey, planning officials have recommended the development for approval.
- Objectors have raised concerns about the level of affordable and social housing, potential parking issues, and the tower's impact on the local area's character and skyline.
- Developers, Henley Investment Management, have stated that a significant proportion of the scheme will be affordable housing, with planning officers supporting the proposal as an efficient use of an underused site.