Public realm
Councils are investing in public realm improvements and managing impacts from new developments.
Hackney Council's Cabinet approved a £1.9 million investment for public realm and greening projects across the borough in July 2026, with £400,000 allocated for Shoreditch. Croydon Council's Planning Committee also discussed public realm improvements as part of redevelopment plans for 89 Waddon Way in July 2026, which includes new homes and associated infrastructure.
Islington Council's Planning Committee approved the closure of sections of Calpa Street in July 2026 to facilitate development at 99 City Road, impacting publicly accessible outdoor spaces. Several councils have meetings scheduled in September 2026, where discussions related to public realm, the outdoor spaces in a city or town that are accessible to the public, are expected. Merton Council considered the disposal of land in Cannizaro Park in September 2025.
Key facts
- Hackney Council's Cabinet approved a £1.9 million investment for public realm and greening projects in July 2026. Source
- Islington Council's Planning Committee approved the closure of sections of Calpa Street in July 2026. Source
- Croydon Council's Planning Committee discussed public realm improvements for 89 Waddon Way in July 2026. Source
- Merton Council considered the disposal of a section of land within Cannizaro Park in September 2025. 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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.