Gateway 2 sign-off for Manchester PBSA
Summary
Far East Orchard and HG Construction have secured Gateway 2 approval for the 239-studio Apex purpose-built student accommodation scheme in Manchester, allowing construction to begin. The project is the developer’s first in the city and is expected to complete by 2028, subject to delivery progress.
Why it matters
Gateway 2 is a mandatory pre-construction checkpoint under the Building Safety Act, so this approval is directly relevant to how higher-risk residential schemes are progressed. Surveyors involved in design, compliance, or project monitoring should note the regulatory milestone and the continued importance of technical sign-off before site start.
Key points
- Gateway 2 approval has been secured for the Plymouth Grove PBSA scheme.
- The scheme comprises 239 studios in an eight-storey building in Manchester.
- Gateway 2 is a mandatory pre-construction step under the Building Safety Act.
- Construction can now commence, with completion hoped for by 2028.
- The project team includes multiple consultants and specialists, including Jensen Hughes and Eddisons.
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