Finsgate House tower development
Hackney Council has approved the 35-storey Finsgate House co-living tower, despite objections, with an affordable housing payment.
Hackney Council’s Planning Committee approved the Finsgate House scheme on 11 November 2026, which includes a 35-storey co-living tower and a five-storey office building. The decision followed a debate and objections from local residents regarding the scale, loss of daylight, and lack of affordable housing.
A key factor in the approval was an £18.2 million payment in lieu towards affordable housing, which officers deemed a substantial public benefit. This payment is expected to fund between 40 and 100 social rent units elsewhere in the borough.
Key facts
- Hackney Council's Planning Committee approved the Finsgate House scheme on 11 November 2026. Source
- The scheme includes a 35-storey co-living tower and a five-storey office building. Source
- The application attracted objections from local residents and groups. Source
- A key factor was an £18.2 million payment in lieu towards affordable housing. Source
- This payment is expected to fund between 40 and 100 social rent units elsewhere. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. 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 13 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.