Planning Granted At Appeal For 140 Unit Residential Scheme In Croydon
A 140-unit residential development we designed in Croydon has been granted planning permission after taking the scheme to appeal for non-determination.
The site, Heath Clark North, is adjacent to the beautiful Duppas Hill Park in the rapidly evolving London Borough. Our approved design comprises 140 new homes built around a lush central green space, together with two new community facilities; café & community centre and a park pavilion. The intention is to create a thriving new neighbourhood, focused on community and connectivity, surrounded by a highly sustainable and biodiverse environment.
The Planning Inspector overturned the existing Local Plan site allocation, in favour of our proposed scheme, commenting: “The mix of public and private spaces works successfully by including a central garden bordered by buildings, as well as a northern landscaped buffer and eastern connections to Duppas Hill Park. In all, the design of the scheme is considered suitable for this site and would have a positive effect on the character and appearance of the area."
Design for the housing includes 50% affordable, a mix of terraces, townhouses, maisonettes and mansion apartment blocks, all located around a lush central green space. Homes are family-oriented, with the majority (40%) having three bedrooms, a flexible, open plan layout and dual aspect views. Circa 200 cycle spaces are included. A fabric first low energy design approach was developed from the outset.
Local character and landmarks informed massing, materiality and architectural detailing. Croydon Airport, one of Britain’s first international airports, is situated nearby. The building’s rational rhythm has informed the design for the new apartment blocks, including criss-cross detailing in the balustrading to mimic 1920s aeroplane wing.
To learn more about our design approach read the case study.
