Estate Demolition Halted by High Court Ruling
Judicial review to examine planning approval for Lesnes Estate redevelopment in Thamesmead.
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The demolition of the Lesnes Estate in Thamesmead has been halted by a High Court ruling. A judicial review will now examine whether Bexley Council was provided with all required information before approving Peabody Housing Association's proposal to demolish the estate and construct 2,800 new homes.
The legal challenge was brought by resident Adam Turk, who stated, "Justice is prevailing and for the first time, we are being heard." He added that the campaign had been ongoing for two-and-a-half years.
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The 1960s estate, which featured in the 1971 film A Clockwork Orange, saw most residents move out after redevelopment plans were approved in 2022. It is now largely dilapidated, with approximately 20 households remaining and campaigning against the demolition.
Lawyers representing Peabody and Bexley Council have stated that no planning regulations were breached. They also argued that any potential breach would not have altered the decision's outcome. However, the legal challenge cites insufficient data on greenhouse gas emissions within the planning application as a reason the decision may have been flawed.
Maria Ivanova, a resident, expressed optimism about the upcoming review. She told the Local Democracy Reporting Service, "A home is not just property. It is where our memories live, where our families grow, and where our lives are built. I sincerely hope that fairness, justice and compassion will always have a place in our society."
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A spokesperson for Peabody Housing Association stated that the majority of local residents supported the redevelopment. The association is committed to supporting current residents, offering financial support to ensure Peabody tenants and homeowners can remain in the neighbourhood if they choose.
Bexley Council has been approached for further comment.
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