Network Homes has gained planning permission from Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) for 158 affordable homes near Central Middlesex Hospital
The development will be connected to Network’s existing Luma development, which houses many NHS staff, creating a large communal garden for all residents to enjoy.
The historic former refectory, which once part of a Victorian workhouse, will be retained as a commercial space.
Nearly a quarter of the new homes will be for London Affordable Rent with the remainder being for shared ownership.
The scheme sits within the Old Oak and Park Royal Opportunity Area, where through regeneration 25,000 new homes are planned.
Employment opportunities for residents
Mark Trumper, director of Estates and Facilities from London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, said: “We’re really pleased this scheme near Central Middlesex Hospital has been approved and excited to see the development of affordable homes, improving the health and wellbeing of local residents and as a positive contribution to the developing local area.”
Jerry van Veldhuizen, architect at Haworth Tompkins, said: “Collaborating with Network Homes has provided a wonderful opportunity to design much needed affordable homes within the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Area.
“This ambitious project will create a community in a new setting that builds on and that enhances the setting of the existing residential buildings, introduces a new landscaped public courtyard and retains the Old Refectory building.”
David Gooch, Network Homes executive director for development, said: “We’re really pleased to have secured planning permission for this exciting new scheme.
“It will provide much needed affordable homes to the area as well as create a lovely green space and employment opportunities for both new and existing residents.”
