The iconic building in question is the Grade II listed former Tunstall Library and Baths. In plans which include unique apartments and new builds, this historic Victorian building and local landmark are destined to combine attractive town centre living with a distinctive touch of local history.
Tunstall Library Development Ltd., and Staffordshire-based Croft Architecture Ltd., were selected by Stoke-on-Trent City Council to develop the conversion into residential use subject to formal contract agreements.
Acting on behalf of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, Louis Taylor’s Graham Hulse, handled all the negotiations as well as the entire marketing process for the building. The building will incorporate a fitness space and on-site parking, while part of the property could be devoted to commercial use and could include a café or community-led initiative.
As a long-established commercial property agent for North Staffordshire and South Cheshire with roots going back to 1877, Louis Taylor has a deep and abiding interest in the unique heritage of the area and preserving it for the benefit of future generations.
“We are definitely looking forward to seeing the planned redevelopment and re-purpose of this beautiful building,” said Graham Hulse. “It would be wonderful to see the creation of many more thoughtful local regeneration projects like this one.”
The project is able to go ahead thanks to a £3.35m investment from the government’s Levelling Up Fund, awarded to the council in 2021 to enable stylish but disused buildings like Tunstall Library and Baths to be revitalised, creating new homes, commercial and community initiatives, and helping Stoke on Trent to attract further investment.
Completion of this development project will make a valuable contribution to helping protect the unique heritage of Tunstall. Furthermore, following a total investment of around £8m, the high-quality homes and refurbishment will benefit the local area, bringing more people into the town centre to support businesses and future investment.
As the region’s leading commercial property agent, Louis Taylor brings a wealth of experience in dealing with a wide variety of specialist commercial properties offering potential for alternative uses.
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