433-home mixed-use redevelopment at Land at Rainbow Industrial Estate, Trout Road, Yiewsley

Summary of planning committee decision

Decided by Hillingdon Planning Committee on 21 Apr 2026.

38058/APP/2025/2613Approved

What was proposed

The application proposed demolishing existing structures and creating nine plots with homes, commercial and light industrial uses, landscaping, parking and public realm works.

“Applicant: Troutbourne LLP Site Address: Land at Rainbow Industrial Estate, Trout Road, Yiewsley, UB7 7FX Proposal: Demolition of existing structures and phased re- development of the site to provide nine plots ranging between three and 11 storeys in height (including ground level) to include residential uses (Use Class C3), flexible retail/cafe/restaurant floorspace (Class E (a,b,c)), light industrial floorspace (Class E (g)(iii)), associated hard and soft landscaping, car…”

“Planning permission is sought for the demolition of all existing structures on the site and for the phased re -development of the site to provide nine plots ranging between three and 11 storeys in height (including ground level) to include residential uses (Use Class C3), flexible retail/café/restaurant floorspace (Class E (a,b,c)), light industrial floorspace (Class E (g)(iii), associated hard and soft landscaping, car parking, cycling parking, servicing, refuse and…”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The 2.5-hectare brownfield site contains poor-condition industrial buildings, vacant hardstanding and a community centre beside the canal and town centre.

“The application site comprises a 2.5-hectare brownfield site located in Yiewsley and consists of the Rainbow and Kirby Industrial Estates. The site includes a number of single storey buildings used for industrial uses, namely for vehicle repairs , which are in a poor physical condition. A large section of the site is clear of permanent structures and had been in use for the storage of building materials although this use appears to have now ceased .”

“The Grand Union Canal and towpath adjoin the southern boundary of the site, extending from the narrow bridge at Trout Road to St Stephens Road. There are several canal boats currently moored along this part of the towpath. There are several mature trees adjoining the boundary of the site and the canal path. On the…”

Officer report

What consultees and residents said

Sixteen public comments objected to traffic, parking, overlooking, noise, height and infrastructure, while three supported the design, public spaces and regeneration.

“Insufficient parking provided and concerns regarding displacement of parking within surrounding streets. This matter is addressed in Paragraph s 7.122 to 7.129 of the report. Overlooking of existing properties. This matter is addressed in Paragraph s 7.76 to 7.98 of the report. Noise from energy centre and impact on adjoining occupiers. This matter is addressed in Paragraph s 7.99 to 7.103 of the report.”

“Hillingdon Planning Committee – 21 st April 2026 PART 1 – Members, Public & Press  Secured by Design Accreditation is also recommended to be attached should Members determine to approve the application. Environmental impact on canal including litter, noise and visual intrusion, including future management. Canal and River Trust have raised no objection to the development subject to relevant conditions.”

Officer report

Advice from consultees

The GLA supported the strategic principle, while consultees generally raised no objection subject to conditions, financial contributions and further technical details.

“Other matters on sustainable development and environmental infrastructure also require resolution prior to the mayor’s decision-making stage. The comments in support of the principle of development, general mix of dwellings and provision of affordable housing is noted.”

“No objection subject to conditions requiring the submission of a Bird Hazard Management Plan and G lint and Glare Assessment for solar panels.”

Officer report

Members’ consideration

Members considered the proposal a significant scheme that had been properly assessed, and officers identified corrections to obligations and application references.

“Officers introduced the application, highlighted report corrections, and recommended approval. It was noted that the Heads of Terms should include the public open space and carbon offset contributions, and that references to “reserved matters” were not applicable as the proposal was a full planning application.”

“Members considered this to be a significant scheme which had been properly assessed.”

Minutes

The vote

The officer recommendation was moved, seconded and unanimously agreed by the committee.

“The officers’ recommendation, was moved, seconded, and when put to a vote, was unanimously agreed.”

Minutes

The decision

The application and Section 106 agreement were approved in line with the officer recommendation, subject to the stated obligations, conditions and referral.

“RESOLVED: That the application and s106 be approved as per officer recommendation.”

Minutes

Sources

  • Hillingdon Planning Committee minutes, 21 April 2026
  • Agenda and papers (council website)

Source: Plota analysis of Hillingdon's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.

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At the meeting

Council
Hillingdon
Date
Tuesday 21 April 2026
Recommendation
Officers recommended approval
Committee decided
Approved
Vote
Unanimous
Minutes
The council's minutes
Meeting
Agenda and papers (council website)
Application
The application (council website)

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