Bridgestone bags Gateway 2 nod in Salford
Summary
Bridgestone Construction has secured Building Safety Regulator Gateway 2 approval for Nexus House, a £30m, 364-bed student accommodation scheme in Salford. The project, on the former Cumberland House site, can now move into delivery following planning consent and completion of site acquisition arrangements.
Why it matters
Gateway 2 approval under the Building Safety Act is a key milestone for multi-storey developments, reflecting the increased regulatory scrutiny now required before construction starts. Residential property surveyors involved in student accommodation, development appraisals or building safety compliance should note the implications for programme, design coordination and regulatory sign-off.
Key points
- Gateway 2 approval has been granted by the Building Safety Regulator.
- The scheme is a £30m, 364-bedspace student living development in Salford.
- Bridgestone Construction will deliver the project with a consultant team including principal designer, structural engineers and fire engineers.
- The project has already secured planning permission and site acquisition arrangements are complete.
- The article highlights the impact of the Building Safety Act on pre-construction scrutiny for multi-storey schemes.
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