A pioneering LGBTQ+ extra care housing development has been proposed for the site of a former hospital in Manchester.
Developed by Great Places Housing Group, the scheme aims to provide an inclusive living environment for over-55s from the LGBTQ+ community.
The low-carbon project will deliver 80 one- and two-bedroom social rented apartments for older people in a brick building of four to five storeys, which will be situated on the site of the former Spire Hospital on Russell Road.
The site will also include a neighbouring separate shared ownership block consisting of around 40 one and two bed apartments.
The proposals have been developed with the input of the Russell Road Community Steering Group, Manchester City Council and LGBT Foundation.
Cllr Gavin White, Manchester City Council’s executive member for housing and development, commented: ‘This is landmark development for Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community and there has been a lot of interest in this development already. We know there is a gap in the market for affordable housing for older people where care needs are met onsite – and where they can feel accepted and live with dignity.’
