UK-based Muse has unveiled the next phase of the Wythenshawe regeneration scheme in Manchester, England, with proposals to introduce approximately 400 new homes.

Muse, part of Morgan Sindall Group, is delivering the wider Wythenshawe’s £500m ($667m) regeneration scheme in partnership with Manchester City Council.

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The overall master plan aims to develop up to 2,000 new residences within the next ten to 15 years. The regeneration scheme involves the partial demolition of Wythenshawe’s Civic Centre, reported the Manchester Evening News.

The first phase is being undertaken in partnership with Wythenshawe Community Housing Group. It will involve the redevelopment of three central town sites, namely Brotherton House, Alpha House, and C2 The Birtles into a mix of apartments and townhouses.

Muse claims that these homes will be designed to be not only affordable but also of high quality and highly energy efficient.

The initiative also includes the creation of new green spaces and landscaping aimed at promoting health and well-being while enhancing local biodiversity.

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Brotherton House, which had previously served as an office building, will be transformed into a residential complex comprising 215 new homes. This includes 25 townhouses, 80 apartments, and around 109 apartments tailored for older individuals and those with dementia.

C2 The Birtles, presently used for retail and office spaces, will be replaced by a new apartment building following its demolition. The new building will offer around 80 one- and two-bedroom units, along with ground-floor retail spaces intended to augment the Civic Centre’s current retail landscape.

Similarly, the Alpha House office building will be demolished to make way for 125 one- and two-bedroom apartments. These include 16 units designed to be wheelchair accessible.

Muse development director Joe Stockton said: “Over the last few months, we’ve spoken to lots of people to understand how this once-in-a-generation investment can deliver what they need.

“We heard the response loud and clear and we’re really pleased to be working in partnership with Wythenshawe Community Housing Group to create the first phase of around 400 affordable homes.”

Muse is inviting prospective residents to provide their input on these plans before the submission of a planning application later this year. The deadline for submitting this feedback is set for 26 October 2025.

In April this year, Muse and the council launched public engagement for the civic area’s regeneration, which is part of the wider Wythenshawe project.

The project received financial backing, comprising £20m from the UK government and £11.9m from the Manchester City Council.

The plans include establishing a new Culture Hub complete with performance spaces and studios, flexible areas for workshops and community events, a food hall, and workspaces.

The demolition of the former Peacocks building is scheduled for later this year, with construction on the Culture Hub and other facilities beginning in early 2026.

All these new spaces at the Civic Centre are expected to open in 2027.