PLANS have been submitted to speculatively build 170,000 sq ft of highly sustainable urban logistics space in Cheshire that could create up to 250 jobs.

The development is a joint venture between developer Chancerygate and specialist sustainable and impact investor Bridges Fund Management.

The partners intend to develop the scheme comprising 11 units ranging from 7,000 sq ft to 29,000 sq ft in Adlington.

Called Avro Business Park, the proposed scheme is located off London Road, south of Poynton town centre, and will adjoin Adlington Business Park & Industrial Estate.

The projected development value is about £36m.

Neighbouring occupiers to the proposed development include confectionery manufacturer Swizzels, tray sealing and packaging line specialist Proseal, and transport company William Kirk.

All units at Avro Park will be fitted with active and passive electric vehicle charging points and solar cells on the roofs, which will provide occupiers with green energy on an affordable basis.

In addition, the accommodation is being constructed from high-performance building materials to reduce CO2 emissions and occupier operation costs.

Chancerygate development director, Chris Brown, who is based in the company’s Warrington office, said: “The location of this site has been transformed by the completion of the new Poynton Relief Road and is now directly connected to the airport and the M56 in under 10 minutes’ drive, whilst also providing excellent connectivity to wider south Manchester and Cheshire markets.

“The site is now accessible to a very diverse range of occupiers, and we have already received strong interest to satisfy larger Design and Build requirements from occupiers who are desperate to expand or consolidate their operations in the Cheshire / South Manchester area.

“The proposed development will help stimulate further investment and support the creation of up to 250 jobs, bringing wider economic benefits for both the local and regional economy.”