Our planning team brought its affordable housing expertise to both sites, securing unanimous approval for the first phase at Kidbrooke Park Road North. The approval followed a presentation to a virtual committee during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Working closely with the design team, the planners ensured the proposals aligned with national, regional and local planning policies, as well as Greenwich Build’s design guide. Their expertise helped address key challenges, including building heights, net-zero carbon targets and the integration of public spaces.
The team's detailed knowledge of the London Plan also helped us make the most of the site. In particular, the proposals support Policy H1, which prioritises brownfield sites with excellent transport links to help increase London’s housing supply.
During the pre-application process, we worked with stakeholders to refine the design in response to their feedback. This included repositioning roads and adjusting building layouts to improve access to green space. We expanded communal areas and strengthened connections between Kidbrooke Park Road North and South. Further changes improved pedestrian and cycle access, while relocating key buildings helped increase sunlight and reduce overshadowing.
