MediaCityUK is set to double in size over the next decade under ambitious plans submitted to Salford City Council.
Up to ten new buildings are envisaged with a development value of more than 拢1 billion.
Key features include 540,000 sq ft of offices, 1,800 apartments, retail and leisure, complemented by innovative public spaces with a pedestrian promenade.
Outline approval for the plans was granted in 2006 and the finalised plans are expected to be considered by Salford鈥檚 planning panel in September.
MediaCityUK is a joint venture between Peel Land and Property and Legal and General Capital, who share a long-term commitment to the further expansion of a creative and digital hub which already houses 250 businesses including the BBC, ITV, dock10, Ericsson and SIS.
鈥淭his application is another major step forward in the evolution of MediaCityUK,鈥� said Steven Underwood, chief executive of The Peel Group.
鈥淢ediaCityUK is a shining example of what can be achieved across the Northern Powerhouse, combining the talents of great people with ambition and vision.鈥�
MediaCityUK managing director Stephen Wild said: 鈥淧hase two will provide a unique opportunity for a new generation of designs to complement what is already a thriving and vibrant destination.
鈥淟ike any city, we continue to grow in line with the needs of business 鈥� today鈥檚 plans show the huge potential for the MediaCityUK of 2026.鈥�
A team of architects led by master planners, Chapman Taylor, was appointed to design the individual plots.