Land at Rom Valley Way (formerly Romford Ice Rink) Rom Valley Way
Description
Details Pursuant to Condition 59 (Part B) (Contamination Investigation) of Planning Permission P0615.21, dated 05/09/2023 for Hybrid planning application for phased mixed-use development for the provision of seven blocks (Block A to G) of 2 to 12 storeys to include up to 972 residential units comprising: Full application (Block A) for a total of 146 residential units (Class C3), retail/restaurant unit (Class E), medical or neighbourhood centre (Class E(e), F2); energy centre (sui generis); parking, access from the southern roundabout and temporary road access arrangements. Outline application for site preparation for erection of six blocks (Blocks B to G) of up to 826 residential units (Classes C3) including up to 223 later living/extra care/residential units (Classes C2/C3); medical/hospital facility (Class C2/E(e)), flexible retail and cafe space (Class E), gym facilities for residents and NHS Staff (Class E), Medical/neighbourhood centre (Class Ee/F2); energy centre, basement, associated landscaping, car parking, refuse storage and other associated works with all matters reserved.
Havering is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #191 out of 282. 47% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Havering is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 81% approved vs 90% nationally.