London Plan Guidance on 'Support for Housebuilding'
Greenwich Council recently reduced affordable housing at Morden Wharf, citing new London Plan Guidance on 'Support for Housebuilding'.
Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved a reduction in affordable housing at the Morden Wharf development from 35% to 20% in April 2026. This decision, made on 14 April 2026, was requested by the developer due to changing economic conditions and the adoption of new London Plan Guidance on 'Support for Housebuilding'.
The London Plan Guidance on 'Support for Housebuilding' is guidance from the Greater London Authority related to supporting the construction of new homes, which includes provisions for affordable housing thresholds. Councils are considering how this guidance affects planning applications, as seen with the Morden Wharf decision. No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled to discuss this guidance at the councils.
Key facts
- Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved reducing affordable housing at Morden Wharf to 20% in April 2026. Source
- The affordable housing proportion at Morden Wharf was reduced from 35%. Source
- The decision was made on 14 April 2026. Source
- The reduction was due to new London Plan Guidance on 'Support for Housebuilding'. Source
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