Salford sets out next chunk of Section 106 spending
Summary
Salford City Council has approved the allocation of £4.4m in Section 106 developer contributions for open space, sports facilities and affordable housing projects. The funding includes a major allocation linked to the Brackley Golf Course development, with additional sums drawn from several other schemes across the city.
Why it matters
Section 106 spending affects the delivery of local infrastructure and affordable housing that can influence development viability, planning obligations and community outcomes. Surveyors working on residential schemes in Salford or similar markets should note how contributions are being directed and the council’s emphasis on accelerating delivery through additional internal resources.
Key points
- £4.4m of Section 106 funds has been approved for allocation.
- Most of the open space funding comes from the Brackley Golf Course development.
- Affordable housing contributions are being drawn from Outwood Wharf phase two, Middlewood Plaza, Land west of Michigan Avenue and Obsidian.
- Salford City Council says extra staff resources are needed to speed up delivery of Section 106-funded projects.
- Priority open space projects include Amblecote playing fields, Par Fold Park and Blackleach Country Park.
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