environmental improvement
Barnet Council is challenging proposed housing targets in the Draft London Plan, citing concerns over Green Belt release and infrastructure capacity.
Barnet Council's Cabinet approved its response to the Draft London Plan on 14 October 2026, challenging proposed housing targets and raising concerns about the reliance on Green Belt release and infrastructure capacity.
The council's response argues that Barnet's proposed housing target of 32,849 homes is the highest in London and relies heavily on Green Belt release. Councillor Ross Houston, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Homes and Regeneration, stated this target represents an increase of approximately 39% compared to the current London Plan target.
No further discussions or decisions regarding environmental improvement are currently scheduled at council meetings.
Key facts
- Barnet Council's Cabinet approved its response to the Draft London Plan on 14 October 2026. Source
- The response challenges proposed housing targets and raises concerns about Green Belt release. Source
- Barnet's proposed housing target of 32,849 homes is the highest in London. Source
- This target represents an increase of approximately 39% compared to the current London Plan target. Source
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