Former M&S store in Wolverhampton to be transformed into flats and 'modern retail units' under new plans
The flagship former Marks & Spencer building in Wolverhampton city centre is set to be developed into new apartments and modern retail units.
Nottingham-based developer ALB Group has bought the landmark former store on Dudley Street, which first opened in 1929 and had been a cornerstone of the city centre for almost a century until it closed earlier this year.
M&S closed the store in late September as part of its national strategy to shift towards more food-led outlets.
Under ALB Group’s plans, the upper floors will be transformed into 71 contemporary residential apartments, while the ground floor will house three high-quality retail units aimed at attracting a mix of independent and national occupiers.
A planning application has now been submitted and subject to approval, the works are expected to commence soon. Meanwhile Home Values has been named as a temporary tenant in the ground-floor space, and is set to open this weekend.
