Celebrating our new homes in Crosby

A site in Crosby that was derelict for 15 years has welcomed the first tenants of 39 brand new homes.  

Work on the 39 affordable one and two bedroom apartments was undertaken by Plus Dane’s strategic partners Penny Lane Builders. 

The original Central Buildings on the site had been used as office space, and was demolished in 2008 by a previous owner. Plus Dane secured the land in 2020 and decided to keep the name when building the brand new development.  

Before work could begin, the area had to be inspected for anything of historical significance. In 2022, a dig by Merseyside Environmental Advisory Service found items including pieces of pots dating back to the 17th century, along with some Victorian pottery and what was thought to be a medieval well.  (Read more on this story here) 

When allocating the new apartments, priority was given to people with links to the area.  

Siobhan Moore, director of growth at Plus Dane, said: “Central Buildings is a brilliant location in the centre of Crosby, and it has been a great opportunity to rebuild and bring it back to life after a long period of uncertainty. 

“We are delighted to have played a role in bringing it back into use, providing brand new, much-needed homes in the area and contributing to the regeneration of the town centre around the site.” 

Halsall Lloyd Partnership were the project architects on this development.