redevelopment of the former Lewisham College site at 1 Deptford Bridge
Lewisham Council has refused planning permission for the redevelopment of the former Lewisham College site at 1 Deptford Bridge.
Lewisham Council's Strategic Planning Committee refused planning permission for the redevelopment of the former Lewisham College site at 1 Deptford Bridge on 24 September 2026. This decision followed officer recommendations citing unacceptable heritage and urban design impacts, including concerns about the scale, height, and massing of the proposed buildings.
The proposed development involved demolishing existing structures to construct 802 dwellings across eight buildings, ranging from one to 30 storeys, alongside educational facilities, retail, and workspace.
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