Keystone London and GLA Land and Property are to gain outline consent for the redevelopment of the West Silvertown area of the Royal Docks. The scheme masterplanned by Foster and Partners will be know as Thameside West and includes 5,000 homes, 19,000 sq m of workspace, 7,000 sq m of leisure and retail, a new riverside park and a new DLR station.
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Hackney Council approves flexible working and co-living development at Kingsland Road E8
Hackney Council have approved the demolition of an existing building and construction of a 6/7 storey building comprising of flexible working space and co-living accommodation at 305a Kingsland Road E8. The developers are Pause and the scheme was designed by PH+ Architects.
Site in West Silvertown with planning for 55 apartments
Bradfield Road West Silvertown E16 2AX
Kingsbury Consultants are offering a 0.25 acre site with planning for 55 residential units extending to 38,906 sq ft NSA. The site is situated 200m from West Silvertown DLR station in a location that is undergoing extensive regeneration. Offers in excess of £5m. UNAVAILABLE
The number of tall buildings in London increased by 140% in 2019
A record 60 tall buildings were built in London in 2019, that is up 140% on the 2018 figure, according to the Annual Tall Buildings Survey published by New London Architecture and Knight Frank. 88% of the completed buildings are residential. Furthermore there are 525 buildings in pre-planning, planning and construction.
Barratt Developments furloughs 85% of its workforce in response to COVID 19
In response to COVID-19 Barratt Developments, Britain’s largest house builder, temporary closes all sales centres and construction sites and suspends all house buying activity. Furthermore 85% of their staff are to be furloughed on full pay. Activities are to recommence when it is appropriate to do so.
Site in Pimlico close to Chelsea Barracks extends to 0.31 acres
48-56 Ebury Bridge Road SW1W 8QF
Savills are marketing a 0.31 acre site in Pimlico, suitable for residential development, subject to planning. The site was used as a petrol station up until 10 years ago and is situated close to the Qatari Diar’s redevelopment of Chelsea Barracks in Pimlico. Emerging proposals for the Ebury Bridge Estate Regeneration Project situated on the opposite side of Ebury Bridge Road, feature 10 new blocks up to 19 storeys high. Savills are quoting a price of £6.75m for the freehold. UNAVAILABLE
Housing Secretary outlines proposals to update the planning system to encourage building
The UK government is to streamline the planning process to speed up the decision making process. Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick MP announced proposals to encourage building upwards, above stations and the housing-led redevelopment of high streets. The government will also launch a register or brownfield sites to encourage development.
Mayor of London supports rooftop development
The Mayor of London has supported rooftop developer Apex Airspace by providing a loan of £10m to create new homes above existing buildings. The firm will use the latest technology, using offsite construction methods, to minimise disturbance to neighbouring properties. Apex Airspace
Site in Elephant & Castle with Pre-application to provide 39 storey tower and 14 storey commercial building
101 Newington Causeway London SE1 6BN
Development opportunity at Elephant and Castle, which is undergoing a £3bn regeneration programme. The 0.65 acre site comprises three buildings with a gross internal area of 90,918 sq ft. Pre-application discussion to provide a 39 storey residential tower and a 14 storey commercial building. Savills | UNAVAILABLE
Go ahead for £314 million Regeneration of the Royal Docks in East London
London’s only Enterprise Zone, the Royal Docks in East London, has been given the green light for a £314 million regeneration. Detailed plans for the 112 hectare Royal Docks Enterprise Zone were signed off by the London Economic Area Partnership. The planned investment will be carried out over the next 5 years. Mayor of London
Three major residential developments start the construction in Old Oak Common
18 June 2018
Old Oak Common in West London is the only place in the UK where HS2 and Crossrail meet. The recent approval of three major private residential schemes will kickstart development in the £26 billion opportunity area. The Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) aim to create 25,500 new homes and 65,000 new jobs. Mayor of London
Redundant Substation close to The Bishops Avenue London N2
East Finchley Substation Great North Road N2
This redundant substation is located on the Great North Road, close to The Bishops Avenue in London N2, on a site of 0.44 acres (0.178 hectares). The site has potential for redevelopment subject to planning. For sale by informal tender, with best bids by 10 May 2018. Knight Frank | UNAVAILABLE
Development Opportunity in Upper Clapton Road on a Site of 0.2 Acre
148 Upper Clapton Road E5 9JZ
With potential for redevelopment, subject to planning, this 0.2 acre (0.08ha) site is situated on Upper Clapton Road London E5, 350m north of Clapton railway station. To be sold by informal tender, final bids by Friday 11th May 2018. CBRE | UNAVAILABLE
One of the Largest Development Opportunities for Many Years in Hampstead Village
Hampstead Gardens London NW3
Hampstead Gardens is one of the largest development opportunities to come onto the market in Hampstead Village in many years. The 1.63 acre (0.65 hectare) site is located close to Hampstead Heath and Hampstead Underground Station. The site has redevelopment potential for residential or retirement housing subject to planning. A preliminary scheme comprising 160,000 sq ft of residential space has been drawn up. Knight Frank | UNAVAILABLE
First Phase of Westfield Expansion to Open in March as Part of the £8 billion Regeneration of White City
The first phase of the 740,000 expansion of Westfield London is scheduled to open on 20 March 2018 with John Lewis opening its doors to their 230,000 sq ft store. The expansion forms part of the £8 billion regeneration of the White City Opportunity Area. Westfield London
Government Announces Overhaul to the National Planning Policy Framework to Increase the Supply of Homes
The government has announced a major overhaul of the National Planning Policy Framework to encourage the construction of new homes. The overhaul aims to ensure that the right homes are built with increased responsibility for both local authorities and developers to ensure that homes are built. The housing secretary Sajid Javid is promoting the construction of homes above railways, based on claims that up to 250,000 homes could be built in this way in London alone. Gov.uk
Crossrail Regeneration to Create 180,000 New Homes by 2026
Crossrail Regeneration to Create 180,000 New Homes by 2026
30 January 2018
Research by the property consultancy GVA shows that 180,000 news homes will be created along the crossrail route by 2026, together with 4.4 million square feet of new commercial space by 2021. The research shows that the impact of the Elizabeth Line will be significantly greater than initially predicted. Crossrail
Residential Development Opportunity in the London Borough of Waltham Forest
Highams Court London E4 6UU
Situated close to Highams Park overground station this 0.57 acre (0.23 hectare) site comprises a former care facility for the elderly. The principle of residential redevelopment has been discussed in a pre-application with London Borough of Waltham Forest. Montagu Evans | UNAVAILABLE
City of London Skyline in 2026 with 13 New Consented Schemes
The image above shows City of London’s skyline in 2026 following the construction of 13 new consented schemes. The buildings are to have off site consolidation for deliveries and six of the buildings are to have free public viewing galleries. As of September 2017 there were 1.37 million square meters of office space in construction which is up from 1.22m in March 2016. Photo GMJ/City of London Corporation. City of London
London Office Construction Lower over Last Six Months to 12.6 million sq ft
A Deloitte survey shows that the development of new offices in central London is down 9% over the previous six months, but volumes are still high compared to the long term average. The west end market in contract shows a 20% increase in activity. Deloitte
Residential Development Opportunity in Battersea
76 Queenstown Road, Battersea SW8 3RY
Planning permission for the redevelopment of a 0.13 acre (0.054 hectares) site to provide four residential units with a combined NSA of 5,419 sq ft (503 sq m). The site is situated in the London Borough of Wandsworth. Offers in excess of £2m. Savills | UNAVAILABLE
Seven Storey Building in Kings Cross with Opportunity for Refurbishment or Redevelopment
314-320 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross WC1
Prime seven storey building in Kings Cross comprising of 31,140 sq ft GIA, including the basement. Potential for refurbishment, extension or comprehensive redevelopment. Unconditional offers for the Freehold. Gerald Eve | UNAVAILABLE
0.15 Acre Site in Barnet with Development Potential
2 Salisbury Rd Barnet EN5 4BP
The site, situated off Barnet High Street and close to High Barnet Underground, comprises a community centre/hall and associated car parking. The single storey building extends to approximately 198 sq m (2,130 sq ft ) GIA. The property occupies a site extending to approximately 0.06 hectares (0.15 acres). Potential for redevelopment subject to consents. Offers in excess of £750,000. Savills | SOLD
Highest Number of New Homes Built Since the 1930s but London needs more Affordable Homes
Highest Number of New Homes Built Since the 1930s but London needs more Affordable Homes
4 April 2017
According to a report by Savills the there are record number of houses being built in London since the 1930s with indicators suggesting 41,000 in 2016, but these do not meet the demand for homes costing less than £450 per sq ft. Savills estimate that 58% of the demand is for such homes, but only 15% of homes to be built in the next five years are forecast to be at this level. Savills
Wandsworth Development Opportunity – 1960s Print Works Building with Potential
53 Lydden Grove SW18 4LW
The property backs on to the River Wandle in Southfields, South West London at the edge of a residential and commercial area comprising a mixture of office and light industrial/warehouse properties. Wandsworth Town Centre is approximately half a mile to the north. The property coprises a 1960s former print works of red brick construction over the ground and part first floor with a gross internal area of 6,728 sq ft (NIA 5,905 sq ft). Offers in excess of £2.75m. JSS Egerton | UNAVAILABLE
Housing Affordability Declines Fastest in London
Over the past two decades housing affordability has declined fastest in London according to the Office for National Statistics. Kensington and Chelsea was the least affordable local authority where house prices were 35.8 times annual earnings. In 1977 average homes in England and Wales were 3.6 times annual earnings but by 2016 the multiple was 7.6. Office for National Statistics.
Development Opportunity for 9 Apartments in Greenwich
62 Thames St, Greenwich SE10 9BX
Development opportunity in Greenwich with planning for the demolition of existing building nd construction of a 6-storey block over basement providing A3 (restaurant)/A4 (Pub/Bar) and 9 apartments. The Site is located on Thames Street, a minutes walk from the river Thames and 5 minutes walk from Greenwich town centre. £3m for the Leasehold. Pedder. | UNAVAILABLE
Victorian Building with Planning to Form 8 Residential Units in Peckham
221 Consort Road Peckham SE15 3SB
An attractive, single storey Victorian property with full planning permission for redevelopment to form 8 residential units. The property occupies a wide site extending to approximately 0.13 acres and was last operated as a clinic by the Guys & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in 2014. The existing building extends to approximately 372 sqm (4,004 sqft) GIA. Offers in excess of £1.9m for the Freehold. Acorn | UNAVAILABLE
Planning Granted to Construct a 9,000 sq ft Contemporary House Overlooking Hampstead Heath
Fitzroy Park, Highgate N6 6JA
Overlooking Hampstead Heath, an opportunity to construct a detached residence of approximately 845 sq m. Planning permission granted for demolition of the existing and construction of a 9000 sq ft contemporary house. Situated on a plot approaching one third of an acre. Benham & Reeves | UNAVAILABLE
Highbury Delivery Office Development Opportunity
Highbury Delivery Office, Hamilton Park London N5 1SW
In the heart of Highbury, a 0.15 hectare sites, currently occupied by a part single, part 2 storey 713 sq m GIA building with car parking. Potential for redevelopment subject to planning. Offers in excess of £2.75m. Savills | UNAVAILABLE
Resolution to Grant Permission for 39 Apartments in Battersea
58-70 York Road, Battersea SW11 3QD
The property is a disused public house on a site extending to 0.25 acres (0.1 Hectares). A resolution to grant planning permission, subject to completion of Section 106 Agreement, has been provided for redevelopment of the site to deliver 39 apartments (9 of which to be allocated for affordable housing, in shared ownership tenure) plus ground floor commercial space. Offers in excess of £7.25m. Strettons | UNAVAILABLE
0.2 Acre St Johns Wood Site
Grove End Road St Johns Wood NW8
Development opportunity with potential for use as a single dwelling or significant redevelopment, subject to planning.
The existing accommodation is in the form of a four storey house of approximately 4,285 sq ft GIA on a 0.2 acre site. Carter Jonas | UNAVAILABLE
Planning for 10 Residential Units in Bloomsbury
The Old Dairy, Wakefield St Bloomsbury WC1N 1PG
Prime Mixed Use Development Opportunity in the heart of Bloomsbury. 0.19 hectare (0.47 acre) site, currently occupied by a vacant warehouse and yard. Planning permission for the redevelopment of existing buildings and construction of 10 residential units, comprising 2 houses and 8 apartments, and approximately 1,104 sq m (11,883 sq ft) GIA office (B1) space. 350 metres from Russell Square and 600 metres from King’s Cross St Pancras, London Underground, national and international Rail Stations. For sale freehold with vacant possession. Offers in excess of £10.75m. Savills | UNAVAILABLE
Freehold Church / Community Center with Development Potential in NW10
Christ Temple, Clifford Way NW10 1AN
Freehold church/community centre with development potential. 2,642 sq ft community centre. Site area of 0.09 acres. The property is located in the London Borough of Brent, approximately 6.2 miles North West of Central London within the A406 North Circular Road and is also close to Neasdon and Dollis Hill Underground Stations in an established residential area. We understand that the property has the benefit of D1 Use (Use Class Order 1987). The site may also be suitable for residential redevelopment, however all interested parties should make their own enquires with Brent Council. Lambert Smith Hampton | UNAVAILABLE
Site including 26 Victorian Terraced Properties in Clapham Old Town
Rectory Grove & Rectory Gardens, Clapham SW4
Substantial renovation & redevelopment opportunity in the heart of Clapham Old Town. Prime South West London location. Would benefit from comprehensive refurbishment and extensions in order to create high quality residential environment. 0.6 km (0.4 miles) from Clapham Common underground station. The site extends to approximately 0.27 hectares (0.66 acres) and comprises 26 Victorian terraced properties, three of which have former retail units at ground floor level. There is also a cleared site which offers development potential for a number of units (either houses or apartments) subject to gaining the necessary consents. BNP Paribas Real Estate | UNAVAILABLE
