Grainger submits plan for Lewisham BTR scheme

Grainger Lewisham Holdings has submitted a detailed planning application to develop land on Besson Street in New Cross Gate, SE14. The applicant is a 50:50 joint venture partnership between the London Borough of Lewisham and Grainger, the UK’s largest listed residential landlord. The submission follows an extensive consultation with the community and key stakeholders. The proposed build-to-rent development, which will be owned by Grainger Lewisham Holdings and managed by Grainger, includes 324 new homes for rent. Of these, 35% will be affordable, let at London Living Rent levels. Residents will also have access to 5,000 sq ft of shared amenity space, including a residents’ lounge, gym and co-working space. Subject to securing planning permission, construction is expected to start in April 2021, with completion anticipated for April 2024. To send feedback, e-mail anna.ward@egi.co.uk or tweet @annaroxelana or @estatesgazette