Historic printworks to be transformed into fully-affordable residential development

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direct to your inboxAn historic industrial site is to be transformed into a fully-affordable residential development.The former Compstall Printworks, in Stockport, has fallen into dilapidation since being left vacant more than a decade ago.But planners have now given the green light for 32 new homes - including 18 houses and 14 apartments - at the Andrew Street site.The scheme will preserve Bleach Croft - the only surviving 19th century building - as well as other structures of historical importance, such as the stone arch.A number of more recent industrial units will be demolished to make way for the new properties, however.Managed by Stockport Homes, the properties will be available for shared-ownership and social rent.The proposals were.