Wembley Flats Plan Faces Resident Opposition
Plans for a six-storey block of 20 flats in Wembley have drawn over 20 objections from residents.
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Plans for a six-storey block of flats at 127-129 Wembley Hill Road have been submitted to Brent Council. The development, proposed by RDB Properties Ltd, would replace a three-storey building with 20 new residential units.
Resident Concerns
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More than 20 objections have been lodged by local residents. Concerns raised include potential strain on existing public services such as GP surgeries and schools, as well as issues with parking on already congested roads. Residents also expressed worries about the proposed building's height and its impact on the character of the Wembley High Street Conservation Area.
One resident stated that the development would cause "enormous pressure on existing infrastructure and facilities available for [an] already overcrowded area." Another described the new build design as a "blemish to the look and feel of the street."
Development Details
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The proposed development would consist of six three-bedroom flats, six two-bedroom flats, five one-bedroom flats, and three studio apartments. The scheme is car-free. The developer claims the current building is "substandard" and in need of upgrading.
Crucially, the plans include no provision for affordable housing. A viability assessment submitted by the developer concluded that the scheme "cannot viably support" any affordable housing due to current costs and values, despite Brent Council's strategic target of 50 per cent.
RDB Properties Ltd stated that the scheme is "a context-led, design-led scheme that responds sensitively to the site’s characteristics and the established character of Wembley Hill Road." They also noted measures to mitigate overlooking and confirmed assessments indicate surrounding properties will retain adequate daylight and sunlight.
Next Steps
Brent Council's planning department is now reviewing the application. A decision on whether the development will proceed is expected following this review.
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