Developer Tim Heatley says he wants to offer people reasons to visit the ex-pottery factory site.
New images reveal redevelopment plans for a road between Harrods and Knightsbridge station.
Businesses and artists say Stockton is benefiting from regeneration ahead of the Riverside Festival.
Padel courts, a cultural venue and space for businesses are included in plans for the factory site.
There are currently 35 traders on Wigan market, but the new indoor hall will only have 21 stalls.
Approval is given for the derelict former Twyford factory, in Stoke-on-Trent, to be knocked down.
The leader says the major regeneration project is a "gamechanger" for the seaside town.
Planning approval brings to an end years of campaigning to restore the 114-year-old building.
It is back to the drawing board with plans for Tunstall's former library, baths and drill hall.
