Issue

Affordable housing

603 stories · discussed at 659 council meetings · 32 councils

Councils are currently debating the provision of affordable housing in new developments and meeting targets across London.

Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved a Deptford development in October 2026 for 802 homes, but it missed its affordable housing target. Separately, Kensington and Chelsea Council approved a 27-flat development in Telford Road in October 2026, despite resident objections regarding the absence of affordable housing contributions. These decisions highlight ongoing discussions about meeting affordable housing needs in new schemes.

In contrast, Barking and Dagenham Council approved a 100% affordable housing development of 300 homes at Crowlands Golf Centre in October 2026, split between social and key worker living rent. Richmond upon Thames Council also approved a conversion in October 2026 despite affordability concerns. Discussions on housing provision are scheduled for Hackney's Housing & Homelessness Scrutiny Commission and Kensington and Chelsea's Housing & Communities Select Committee in October 2026.

Affordable housing refers to homes made available for purchase or rent at a cost accessible to people with low to moderate incomes, who might otherwise struggle to afford market-rate housing. Councils aim to increase the supply of such housing to meet local needs.

Key facts

  1. Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved a Deptford development of 802 homes in October 2026, which missed its affordable housing target. Source 1 Source 2
  2. Kensington and Chelsea Council approved a 27-flat development in Telford Road in October 2026 despite the absence of affordable housing. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
  3. Barking and Dagenham Council approved 300 affordable homes at Crowlands Golf Centre in October 2026, designated for social rent and key worker living rent. Source 1 Source 2
  4. Richmond upon Thames Council approved the conversion of Kingston Bridge House in October 2026 despite concerns about affordable housing provision. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 18 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 45

  1. New restaurant licence granted despite planning and noise objections A new restaurant licence has been granted for R3 Restaurant at 88-90 Leytonstone Road, E15 1TQ, despite significant objections from the council's planning, environmental health,... Newham 18 April 2026
  2. Restaurant garden hours restricted after resident noise fears An Italian restaurant's bid to serve alcohol in its rear garden has been significantly curtailed after residents raised concerns about noise, smell, and a lack of privacy.... Hammersmith and Fulham 17 April 2026
  3. Morden Wharf affordable housing reduced to 20% amid London Plan changes Greenwich Council's Planning Board has approved a significant reduction in the proportion of affordable housing at the Morden Wharf development, lowering it from the originally... Greenwich 16 April 2026
  4. Concerns over Morden Wharf cladding quality raised Concerns have been raised regarding the quality of cladding proposed for the Morden Wharf development, with councillors seeking reassurance on its appearance and durability. Greenwich 16 April 2026
  5. Greenwich Council Approves Morden Wharf Housing Development Changes, Including Reduced Affordable Housing Greenwich Council's Planning Board has approved significant changes to the Morden Wharf housing development, including a revised affordable housing offer and amendments to the... Greenwich 16 April 2026
  6. Chapel on Archel Road to become a nursery A former chapel on Archel Road is set to be transformed into a nursery after councillors approved a change of use application. The building, located in the Turneville/Chesson... Hammersmith and Fulham 15 April 2026
  7. Matrix Studios complex to expand with new office floors Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Planning and Development Control Committee has approved plans for the expansion of The Matrix Studios complex, allowing for the addition of two... Hammersmith and Fulham 15 April 2026
  8. New affordable homes approved for land behind The Grange Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Planning and Development Control Committee has approved plans for the redevelopment of land behind The Grange, located at 218 Goldhawk Road. The... Hammersmith and Fulham 15 April 2026