GLA approves Beam Park

London deputy mayor for planning and regeneration, Jules Pipe, has approved the redevelopment of the former Ford assembly site at Beam Park in South Dagenham in a public hearing at City Hall. L&Q and Countryside plan to build 3,000 homes on the site, of which half will be affordable, as well as a new rail station. The development sits within the London Riverside Opportunity Area, which has the potential to deliver at least 26,500 new homes and 16,000 new jobs. The development is one of only three regeneration schemes in London delivering more than 2,500 homes and providing 50% affordable housing. At Beam Park this equates to 1,513 affordable homes. The development will also provide a new railway station, a public square, as well as a medical centre, which not only serves the new residents, but also up to 7,000 people in the surrounding area. In addition, two schools, retail spaces, a gym, nursery, community facilities, a multi-faith space, and two energy centres will also be delivered. Nearly half (44%) of the site has been allocated for publicly accessible green space. To send feedback, e-mail alex.peace@egi.co.uk or tweet @EGAlexPeace or @estatesgazette