Wembley Flat Plans Face Objections Over Conservation Area
A six-storey block of 20 homes has been proposed for Wembley Hill Road, sparking local concerns.
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Plans for a six-storey residential block containing 20 flats have been formally submitted for a site on Wembley Hill Road. RDB Properties Ltd is behind the proposal, which seeks to redevelop the existing building at numbers 127-129. The site is situated within the Wembley High Street Conservation Area, a factor that has contributed to local opposition.
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More than 20 objections have been lodged by local residents. A primary concern is the potential for the new development to place excessive strain on existing public services and infrastructure. Residents have also raised worries about the impact on the character of the street and the wider area, with some stating the new build would detract from the existing community feel.
The proposed scheme involves demolishing the current three-storey building, which houses ten flats, and replacing it with the taller, 20-unit structure. The developer has stated that the existing site is substandard and requires significant upgrading. The new development is planned to be car-free.
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The plans propose a mix of six three-bedroom flats, six two-bedroom flats, five one-bedroom flats, and three studio apartments. However, the development would provide no affordable housing units. According to a viability assessment cited by the developer, current costs and values mean the scheme cannot support any affordable housing in line with Brent Council's strategic target of 50 per cent.
Concerns about parking, the height of the proposed building, and its effect on sunlight and views for neighbouring properties have also been highlighted in the objections. The developer has indicated that measures are in place to mitigate privacy issues, including facing windows towards the public realm and incorporating dense planting along the northern boundary. An assessment suggests surrounding properties will still receive adequate daylight and sunlight.
Decision Awaited
Brent Council's planning department is now responsible for reviewing the application. A decision on whether the development will proceed is expected following this review.
Questions this report answers
+Why are people objecting to the Wembley Hill Road flats?
More than 20 local objections cite concerns about the development’s impact on existing infrastructure and public services. Residents also worry it will harm the character of the Wembley High Street Conservation Area and reduce the community feel of the street.
+Does the proposed development include any affordable housing?
No, the scheme includes no affordable housing units despite Brent Council’s target of 50%. The developer claims the current costs and values make it impossible to meet this requirement under the proposed plans.
+What will happen to the existing building at 127-129 Wembley Hill Road?
The existing three-storey building, which houses ten flats, will be demolished to make way for the new six-storey development. The developer argues the current site is substandard and requires significant upgrading.
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