Ballymore secures approval for 1,685-home Newham development

Property developer Ballymore has received planning approval for a major regeneration scheme in Newham, east London, featuring 1,685 new homes. The Thames Road site, which borders Thames Barrier Park and Pontoon Dock DLR, will include 173 social rent homes, 359 co-living suites, a primary school, and 13,500 sq m of light industrial and flexible workspace. Designed by Howells, the development will also feature riverside mansion blocks, townhouses, and a park. Ballymore aims to begin construction next year and is awaiting approval for a nearby sister site with 1,667 additional homes.

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