Plans have been submitted to transform the vacant former Poundland unit on George Street into three separate retail spaces, marking the latest phase in the regeneration of Altrincham's Stamford Quarter.
Bruntwood and Trafford Council have put forward the planning application to redevelop the 7,000 sq ft space, which most recently housed Poundland until its closure last June.
The discount retailer had operated there for just eight months after taking over the unit from Wilko, which went into administration in September 2023.
The plans form part of the major regeneration of the Stamford Quarter, which has seen significant transformation in recent years.
Recent developments include the creation of Foundation, a collaborative workspace and leisure destination featuring a 375 sq m living biophilic wall.
The area is now home to leading independent and national hospitality brands including Nell's Pizza, Yum Cha, Lane7 and Starbucks.
In 2024, Stamford Quarter also welcomed new retail openings including Mountain Warehouse and Crew Clothing and the first bricks-and-mortar concept store for online beauty retailer LOOKFANTASTIC.
David Charlton, Head of Asset Management at Bruntwood, said: "The Stamford Quarter has undergone an ambitious and successful transformation over the past 12 months.
"It's been brilliant to see a myriad of popular independent and national businesses settle into the area, along with refreshed public spaces and how this has added life and colour to the high street.
"This new development will solidify the area as a thriving town-centre destination, which will continue to serve the local community for years to come."
Cllr Liz Patel, Trafford Council's Executive Member for Economy and Regeneration, added: "The Stamford Quarter has become a fantastic place to visit, shop and do business.
"This latest development will help it continue to evolve, attracting new and different traders and providing more reasons for people to spend time and money here."
The unit has seen significant change over recent years. Wilko occupied the space until its collapse into administration in September 2023, when a rescue deal by HMV owner Doug Putman fell through.
Poundland then took over the unit in October 2023 but was unable to agree new lease terms with the landlord, closing just eight months later in June 2024.
