Angel Way multi-storey car park demolition and replacement
Havering Council has approved plans for the Angel Way multi-storey car park demolition and replacement with new flats, despite concerns over heritage, safety, and affordable housing.
In March 2026, Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee approved plans for the demolition of the Angel Way multi-storey car park in Romford and its replacement with 106 new flats and a commercial unit. The decision was made by a narrow margin of three votes to two, with one abstention, following debate on the development's impact on heritage, safety, and affordable housing. Ward councillors Joshua Chapman and David Taylor spoke against the application, urging for a deferral.
Councillor Chapman expressed disappointment that his concerns regarding the safety of women and girls and the lack of affordable housing were not adequately addressed, a report to the committee said. The redevelopment will see the existing car park replaced by two residential blocks.
Key facts
- Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee approved plans in March 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The approval was by three votes to two, with one abstention. Source 1 Source 2
- The project includes 106 new flats and a commercial unit. Source 1 Source 2
- Ward councillors Joshua Chapman and David Taylor spoke against the application. Source
- Concerns were raised about heritage, safety, and affordable housing. Source 1 Source 2
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