Our Residential business and Havering Council secure planning approval to deliver two 100% affordable housing schemes in Romford
We’ve reached a major milestone in our regeneration of the Waterloo and Queen Street site in Romford, with planning approval now granted for Blocks 9 and 10, the first phase of the wider masterplan.
The development, which is being delivered via a joint venture between our Wates Residential team and Havering Council, received approval for the Section 73 and Reserved Matters application. This follows a number of successful public consultations, which helped shape the final proposals and gather community support.
The Waterloo and Queen Street development forms part of the 12 estates targeted for regeneration by the Havering Council and our Wates Residential Joint Venture. Under the first phase, the two blocks will deliver more than 107 high-quality, affordable homes, a new Community Space for local residents and landscaped public spaces that enhance the wider area.
Community feedback played a key role in the evolution of the scheme, with residents welcoming the partnership’s responsiveness to discussions around building height, balconies, landscaping and overall design.
Receiving planning approval is a proud moment for everyone involved in our long term partnership with Havering Council and reflects the strength of this joint venture.
“We have worked closely with the local community to listen, respond and shape proposals that reflect what matters most to local residents. These approved plans bring us another step closer to delivering high quality homes, a valued community space and welcoming green spaces that Waterloo and Queen Street can be proud of.”
Paul Nicholls
Regional Managing Director for London at Wates Residential
This decision marks an important step forward for the Waterloo and Queen Street regeneration, which will deliver high quality, affordable homes and new community spaces for local people.
“We are pleased to see this collaborative approach between the partnership and local residents throughout the process has helped to make sure the plans reflect local priorities, as we move onto the next phase of delivery.”
Councillor Ray Morgon
Leader of Havering Council
Now that planning approval is in place, the Joint Venture will move forward with the next stages of delivery, with Blocks 9 and 10 targeted for completion by late 2028.
