Here is a breakdown of each borough’s submitted planning applications this week.

Oldham

A new public realm could be created in Oldham if the demolition of an old pub is approved. 

Oldham Council has submitted plans to demolish the old Snipe Inn and create a new public open space that would be ‘of sustainable and high quality design’. The Proposed Development forms part of Oldham Council’s ‘Creating a Better Place’ which is planned to transform Oldham, unlocking investment worth £285m.

The plan is to create more than 2,000 new homes in Oldham town centre, 1,000 new jobs and 100 apprenticeship opportunities.

Stockport

Network Rail has shared plans for a range of work that needs to be completed at the famous structure as part of a new planning application. 

It includes repairs to crumbling brickwork, known as spalling, which could “present a safety risk to people and property below” due to the height of the 19th century railway line which stands 33 metres tall. The repairs are considered “essential” by Network Rail which has invested nearly £1 million over the next two years as part of the Viaduct’s maintenance programme.

Tameside

The former home of Tameside Radio could be transformed into an apartment complex.

Cavendish House, off Cavendish Street, has been subject to vandalism after being left vacant following use as offices both for social housing and by Tameside Radio. The plans put forward by Jigsaw Homes would see nine one-bedroom apartments built here. 

If approved, the rear lobby would be demolished and a new external lobby and staircase would be created alongside external gardens and three visitor parking spots.