Guinness raises a glass after planning for 326 homes is approved

The Guinness Partnership has received planning permission from Newham Council’s Planning Committee for 326 affordable homes at Silvertown in the Royal Docks. Work on the construction of a six-storey building that will contain 106 affordable homes on the site is already well under way and Silvertown’s first residents to arrive at the end of the year, continuing to prioritise the delivery of affordable houses.  The regeneration of Silvertown is among London’s largest urban redevelopment projects and will transform a 60-acre docklands site that has been largely vacant for 40 years. The project will deliver around 6,500 new homes, including a substantial proportion of affordable housing.  Jess Wallis, development director for Lendlease, said: “These new affordable homes are urgently needed in Newham, and their early delivery highlights the strength of the partnerships and commitment to collaboration that are driving the Silvertown regeneration forward. Progress on leasing the first retail units and improved access to Victoria Dock, are exciting examples of how this scheme will have a positive impact on the lives of people already living in the area as well as establishing Silvertown as a unique destination within London.” Kevin Williams, group director of development and commercial services at the Guinness Partnership, said: “We are proud to be bringing the next 326 affordable homes to this ambitious new neighbourhood in Newham. These are part of the next phase of the new Silvertown development, where we will be delivering over 700 new affordable homes. We are really pleased to be part of Silvertown’s exciting future.”  Image © Guinness Partnership