Estate redevelopment and new homes at Mount Close, Ealing, London W5

The site and its setting

The 0.95-hectare site contains six blocks with 40 homes and lies in a residential area near conservation areas and public transport.

“The 0.95ha site comprises a 1950s estate of 40 homes in six blocks with associated outbuildings, lawned areas and car parking. Figure 1 shows the aerial view of the site outlined in red.”

“The site is not within a Conservation Area but lies within the setting of the Mount Park, Grange & White Ledges, and Montpelier Park Conservation Areas, which contain both statutorily and locally listed buildings.”

Officer report

How the scheme developed

Pre-application discussions covered design, housing, landscaping, parking and access, while review panels supported increased density and highlighted landscape management and resident disruption.

“Formal pre-application meetings were held with the London Borough of Ealing on 28 August 2024, 22 October 2024, and 30 January 2025. These meetings covered key aspects of the scheme, including design, housing mix, landscaping, parking, and access. Between October 2024 and February 2025, these discussions were supplemented by a series of focused technical workshops addressing energy, transport, townscape/views, and architectural treatment/materiality.”

“A Design Review Panel (DRP) session was held on 4 December 2024. Key themes included support for the principle of increasing the site’s density and strong endorsement of the ambition to deliver 50% affordable housing. The Panel also highlighted the need for further townscape analysis to demonstrate how the proposal would sit within the wider urban context.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because housing, affordable homes, design, sustainability and other public benefits were considered to outweigh minor heritage harm and tenure-mix concerns.

“Planning Balance: While the scheme results in minor heritage harm and does not meet local policy tenure mix targets, it aligns with the London Plan’s strategic objectives. The public benefits associated with the delivery of affordable housing, high-quality design, and sustainability measures are considered to clearly and convincingly outweigh any adverse impacts.”

“Grant, subject to conditions and completion of s106 legal agreement.”

Officer report

Main concerns raised

Objections focused on height, character, heritage, open space, trees, neighbour amenity, construction disruption, parking, congestion, pedestrian safety and pressure on local services.

“The proposed development has been designed to retain and enhance the quality and functionality of open space across the site. While the layout changes from the existing 1950s estate, the scheme introduces a comprehensive landscaping strategy structured around four main character areas: the Mews, Communal Residential Gardens, Community Squares, and a Natural Play Corridor.”

“To minimise disruption, pre- commencement conditions will require the submission and approval of a detailed Demolition Method Statement and Construction Management Plan. These will include measures to control noise, vibration, dust, lighting, working hours, and traffic, as well as neighbour liaison procedures. These safeguards ensure that construction impacts are appropriately managed in line with London Plan and local policy requirements.”

Officer report

Who spoke at the meeting

An objector raised concerns about overdevelopment, character, parking, daylight, trees and cumulative impacts, while the applicant’s representative supported affordable housing and resident engagement.

The vote and decision

The committee unanimously granted permission subject to completing the section 106 agreement, complying with conditions and adding an internal amenity space condition.

“That for the reasons set out in the committee report and Briefing Note, planning permission for application REF 252540FUL be GRANTED subject to:”

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