of Collyhurst and the Irk Valley in north Manchester were announced this week. Around 15,000 new homes, as well as new schools, healthcare facilities and transport links are promised for the 155-hectare area stretching two miles out from the city centre over the new two decades.The first phase would see 270 new homes built with 130 for social rent in Collyhurst village and South Collyhurst.
However it will involve the demolition of around 28 homes near the existing Collyhurst Park, which will be replaced along with the creation of a new green space, Manchester City Council say.
A further round of consultation will take place before the plans, a joint venture with the Far East Consortium, are finalised.And no existing homes will be.
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