Proposals for a contactless 'hands free' hotel and food hall in Greater Manchester have been given go-ahead.
The McGoff Group has received planning approval for its Market 41 development on the corner of Railway Road and Greenfield Avenue in the centre of Urmston.
The decision was made at Trafford Council’s planning committee meeting on Thursday, December 9.
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Altrincham-based McGoff Group has said it is in "advanced conversations" with potential funding institutions to back the scheme.
Director Chris McGoff said: "We are delighted to finally receive approval for Market 41 and are looking forward to getting the business planning and funding discussions underway once more.
"The last couple of years have presented unforeseen operational challenges across all sectors, including hospitality, forcing us to re-think how Market 41 would function in a post-pandemic world.
"We are confident that the concept has been sufficiently future-proofed to reduce operational risk for all involved and are pleased to back on track with a project that will be of economic value to Urmston and economically viable for all involved whatever the future holds."
The approved plans for Market 41 comprise a three-storey scheme with a food hall and communal dining area.
It will also include dedicated areas for flexible working, lifestyle pop-ups, artisan markets, plus private dining and events.
The second floor will feature a 32-room contactless 'hands free' hotel and rooftop event area.
It is hoped that construction will start on site in summer 2022.
