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15/11/2016

Residents Invited To Consultations On Major Lancashire Project

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A public consultation is being held over plans to create a major mixed-use development in Lancashire.

Eric Wright Group, Brookhouse Group and the council are running the events before submitting proposals to develop the Cuerden site in Chorley.

The multi-million pound scheme will see up to 4,500 new jobs created, including:

• 80,000 sq m of new industrial space featuring separate units with ancillary offices.

• 26,000 sq m of new office and business space, including a range of individual units.

• Retail developments, such as a new IKEA and up to five large format units for national retailers

• Mixed-use development to include a 120-bedroom hotel with leisure/gym facilities, car showrooms, family pub and restaurants
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• Up to 210 new homes

• Green infrastructure and landscaping for people walking, living on and visiting the site

• Highways improvements on the local road network, along with new public transport provision

• New pedestrian, cycling and jogging paths throughout the site, linking to other places such as Cuerden Valley Park.

The development forms part of the Preston, South Ribble and Lancashire City Deal, an investment of more than £430 million.

Leader of South Ribble Borough Council, Peter Mullineaux, said: "This could be a very exciting development, which has the potential to bring significant economic opportunities to South Ribble. Cuerden fits very well with our drive to provide the conditions for businesses to thrive, offering the space for existing businesses to grow as well as being an attractive offer for new ventures.

"The new walking routes, cycle paths and parks will improve access to green space for residents, employees and visitors. This is a great example of how the City Deal is creating a better South Ribble for everyone."

Public exhibitions will be held on the following dates:

• South Ribble Borough Council offices, Banqueting Suite, Leyland – 2pm-8pm on Thursday, 17 November.

• St Catherine's Hospice, Garden Room, Cuerden – 2pm-8pm on Friday, 18 November.

• The Harris, Rotunda Area, Preston – 10am-4pm on Saturday, 19 November.

(LM/MH)

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