16 October 2026

Swan Street, Manchester: Supporting Urban Regeneration with Build-Zone Structural Warranty Cover

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By Build Zone
Swan Street Manchester Structural Warranty Case Study

Build-Zone provided mixed-use structural defects insurance for Swan Street in Manchester, a development comprising 385 Build to Rent apartments in two towers of 31 and 13 storeys, with more than 4,000 sq ft of ground floor retail space.

A major mixed-use regeneration scheme in Manchester

Swan Street has transformed the former Swan House site into a residential and commercial destination. Delivered by RG Group on behalf of Ridgeback Group, the development brings together 385 Build to Rent apartments across two towers of 31 and 13 storeys, more than 4,000 sq ft of ground floor retail space and improvements to the surrounding public realm.

The scheme demonstrates the scale and complexity of modern urban regeneration, combining homes, commercial uses and public space within one development.

What structural warranty cover did Build-Zone provide?

Build-Zone provided a new build mixed-use structural defects insurance policy for Swan Street. Structural defects insurance, also known as latent defects insurance, is designed to provide protection against insured structural defects that may become apparent after completion, subject to the policy terms, conditions and exclusions.

For a development combining residential towers and commercial accommodation, specialist structural warranty arrangements form an important part of long-term risk planning for the developer and other stakeholders. The approved project information describes cover for up to 12 years after completion. The precise duration and scope of cover should be checked against the issued policy before publication. 

Supporting confidence in complex residential developments

Swan Street illustrates how Build-Zone supports major mixed-use and Build to Rent projects with structural defects insurance tailored to the type of development. Alongside the addition of new homes and retail accommodation, the scheme contributes to the regeneration of its Manchester neighbourhood.

Swan Street project facts
  • Location: Manchester
  • Client: Ridgeback Group
  • Main contractor: RG Group
  • Development: 385 Build to Rent apartments
  • Buildings: Two towers of 31 and 13 storeys
  • Commercial accommodation: More than 4,000 sq ft of ground-floor retail space
  • Build-Zone involvement: New-build mixed-use structural defects insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
  1. What is structural defects insurance for a Build to Rent development?
    It is insurance designed to respond to specified latent structural defects after completion, in accordance with the terms of the policy. It can be relevant to developments retained for rental investment as well as other residential schemes.
  2. Who provided structural warranty insurance for Swan Street, Manchester?
    Build-Zone provided the new build mixed-use structural defects insurance policy for the Swan Street development.
  3. How many apartments are at Swan Street?
    The scheme comprises 385 Build to Rent apartments in two towers of 31 and 13 storeys.
  4. Does Swan Street include commercial space?
    Yes. The development includes more than 4,000 sq ft of ground floor retail space.
  5. How long can structural defects cover last?
    The Swan Street project refers to protection for up to 12 years after completion. Actual cover periods and insured risks depend on the individual policy.

Swan Street, Manchester: Supporting Urban Regeneration with Build-Zone Structural Warranty Cover

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