Landscaping and public realm works at Land to the West of Abbotswood Way, Hayes

“Permission is sought for hard and soft landscaping works located on a small strip of land adjoining Abbotswood Way on the eastern edge of the Avondale Drive Estate in Hayes. The works are proposed in connection with hybrid planning application 76551/APP/2025/2861 and Reserved Matters application 76551/APP/2025/3242 , which relate to the comprehensive redevelopment of the estate at Avondale Drive, including the demolition of the existing tower blocks and construction of…”

“The proposals relate to a small area of works (measuring 16sqm) falling just outside of, but immediately adjacent to the area relating to hybrid planning application 76551/APP/2025/2861 where works cannot be secured under the Highways Act, as the land in question is neither adopted highway land nor proposed for future adoption. A combination of soft landscaping/planting, tarmac surfacing and block paving is proposed.”

“The site consists of a small 16sqm section of land adjoining Abbotswood Way in Hayes . The land in question falls outside the application boundary of the original hybrid planning permission (ref. 76551/APP/2021/4502) for the redevelopment of the Avondale Drive Estate and the pending Reserved Matters Application (ref. 76551/APP/2025/3242). The land subject of this application consists of part of a grass verge adjoining Abbotswood Way extending between two footpaths.”

“Applications of primary relevance to the planning application are hybrid planning permission 76551/APP/2021/4502, as well as Section 73 application 76551/APP/2025/2861 recently considered by Members at the planning…”

“A resolution to grant Reserved Matters approval (76551/APP/2025/3242) was determined at the planning committee held on 21 st April 2026 for the detailed design approach relating to Section 73 application 76551/APP/2025/2861. The scheme within the proposed application relates directly to the design, layout and landscaping determined for approval under Reserved Matters application 76551/APP/2025/3242.”

“The proposed works would sit alongside the development proposed under hybrid planning application 76551/APP/2025/2861 and Reserved Matters application 76551/APP/2025/3242 and are intended to ensure that this remaining parcel of land adjoining the site is not left in its current condition, which would not relate to the landscaping proposals along the remaining frontage with Abbotswood Way.”

“In design terms the proposals would read as a logical continuation of the landscaping proposed under the applications referenced above with further planting ensuring that a green aspect to Avondale Drive is retained. In accessibility terms the proposals would ensure a continuation of the pedestrian route alongside Avondale Drive, which would be of benefit to the safety of pedestrians.”

“A total of 63 neighbouring properties were consulted directly regarding the proposed development. Site notices were posted surrounding the site on 22 nd July…”

“2026. No representations have been received from members of the public in relation to the planning application.”

“Members requested clarification regarding the proposed hardstanding. Officers confirmed that the hardstanding formed a continuation of the existing pedestrian pathway and provided a consistent surfaced route for users of the site. Officers also advised that without the hardstanding, the continuity of the pathway would be lost, resulting in a less practical and accessible route for pedestrians.”

“Officers’ recommendations were moved, seconded and when put to a vote, unanimously agreed.”

“RESOLVED: That the application be approved…”