Haringey Council is set to build nine new council homes on the Kings Road Car Park site in N17, following a decision made at a recent cabinet meeting. The project aims to address the pressing need for affordable housing and contribute to the council’s strategic target of delivering 3,000 new council homes by 2031.

The development also supports long-term financial sustainability by reducing reliance on more expensive housing solutions, such as temporary accommodation1.

Chart showing the monthly total net cost of Temporary Accomodation (TA) from April 2020 to April 2026, broken down by B&B, NPA, and PSL.
Chart showing the monthly total net cost of Temporary Accomodation (TA) from April 2020 to April 2026, broken down by B&B, NPA, and PSL.

The cabinet approved the initiation of a tender process for a JCT Design and Build Contract for the Kings Road Car Park site. This decision was driven by the council's Contract Standing Order, which mandates cabinet approval for contracts valued at £500,000 or above. The anticipated total scheme cost is detailed in the exempt section of the Cabinet Report - Approval to Tender - Kings Road Car Park N17 Nov25 FINAL.

The new homes will include larger four-bedroom units, specifically designed to accommodate larger households currently residing in temporary or high-cost accommodation. This initiative directly responds to a significant gap in the council’s existing housing stock and aligns with the council’s strategic target of delivering 3,000 new council homes by 2031. A planning application for the proposed redevelopment will be submitted by October 2025, with a decision expected at December’s 2025 Planning Committee.

The development also seeks to improve the site's layout and security to tackle anti-social behaviour through improved site layout, natural surveillance, and secure access arrangements. Upgraded refuse storage facilities are planned to reduce fly-tipping in the area, contributing to a cleaner and safer environment for residents.

Alternative options, such as not proceeding with a competitive tender or developing the site for housing, were considered but ultimately rejected. Councillor Sarah Williams, Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning (Deputy Leader), emphasized that this approach aligns with the council’s strategic objective to deliver a new generation of council homes.

  1. This scheme not only meets urgent housing needs but also supports long-term financial sustainability by reducing reliance on more expensive housing solutions. ↩