| Role: | Strategic Regeneration Partner forTorquay, Paignton, and Brixham across multiple sites |
| Status: | Planning submitted |
| Partners: | Torbay Council & Willmott Dixon |
| Uses: | Residential, Healthcare, Retail, Leisure, Placemaking/Public Realm |
In September 2025, Union Square received unanimous approval for both the Listed Building and Main Planning applications from Torbay Council.
The new scheme will see a major redevelopment of the former shopping centre, in the heart of Torquay’s high street. Public consultation was completed at the end of 2024 and the team are now preparing the planning application to be submitted in the early part of 2025. The design captures the needs and aspirations of local stakeholders by creating a town centre hub that is fit for the future, provides much needed affordable housing for sale and rent and diversifies the local economy.
The redevelopment of Union Square, which will see the existing multi-storey car park retained, has £11million of Town Deal funding allocated to it, and will be complemented by further public and private sector investment.
This is a major milestone for the Partnership which is set to bring forward:
- Six sites in Torquay and Paignton.
- Up to 700 homes including new homes for sale and rent, extra care and affordable homes.
- New healthcare facilities including diagnostics centres and GP surgeries.
- New employment opportunities in construction, healthcare, retail, leisure and hospitality, and opportunities for skills development.
- A new high-end boutique hotel.
- New independent cafes and restaurants.
- New public squares and spaces.
- New and improved parking.
