Issue

Affordable Housing

597 stories · discussed at 654 council meetings · 32 councils

Councils are currently deciding on affordable housing provision in new developments, with some approving 100% affordable schemes and others facing objections over its absence.

In October 2026, Barking and Dagenham Council's Planning Committee approved a development at Crowlands Golf Centre that will deliver 300 residential units as 100% affordable housing, split between social and key worker living rent. Meanwhile, Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Committee approved a development at 2-14 Telford Road despite resident objections over the absence of affordable housing contributions. Richmond upon Thames Council also granted retrospective planning permission for Kingston Bridge House, despite concerns about affordable housing provision.

The provision of housing that is affordable to people with low to moderate incomes remains a key focus for councils. The Housing & Homelessness Scrutiny Commission at Hackney Council is scheduled to meet on October 19, 2026, and the Planning Applications Committee at Kensington and Chelsea Council will meet on October 20, 2026, where affordable housing matters may be discussed.

Key facts

  1. Barking and Dagenham Council approved 300 affordable homes at Crowlands Golf Centre in October 2026. Source 1 Source 2
  2. The Crowlands Golf Centre development will be 100% affordable housing, with 56% for social rent and 44% for key worker living rent. Source
  3. Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Committee approved a development at 2-14 Telford Road in October 2026 despite objections over the absence of affordable housing. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
  4. Richmond upon Thames Council granted retrospective planning permission for Kingston Bridge House in October 2026 despite concerns about affordable housing provision. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 16 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 49

  1. HAP Houses regeneration to deliver 407 new homes Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet has approved plans for the regeneration of the Harriott, Apsley, and Pattison (HAP) Houses estate, a project set to deliver 407 new homes and a... Tower Hamlets 26 March 2026
  2. Boundary Estate Launderette added to community portfolio Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet has approved the addition of the Boundary Estate Community Launderette to the Community Premises Portfolio, ensuring the continued operation of... Tower Hamlets 26 March 2026
  3. Tomlinson Close redevelopment to create 55 new homes Tower Hamlets Council has approved plans for the redevelopment of Tomlinson Close, a project set to deliver 55 new homes, including 33 social rent properties and 22 for private... Tower Hamlets 26 March 2026
  4. Kensington and Chelsea Council Extends Small Business Rate Relief Scheme Kensington and Chelsea Council has approved an extension of its Small Business Rate Relief Scheme, ensuring continued financial support for local businesses. The scheme will now... Kensington and Chelsea 26 March 2026
  5. Golf course land to be sold for affordable homes Barking and Dagenham Council's Cabinet has reconfirmed its approval for the disposal of land at Crowlands Heath Golf Course, paving the way for the development of new affordable... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  6. New £4.8m fund to help low-income households Barking and Dagenham Council has launched a new £4.8 million fund to provide a crucial safety net for low-income households facing financial hardship. The Crisis and Resilience... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  7. Harrow Council Adopts Local Plan 2021-2041 Amidst Debate on Housing Targets and Site Allocations Harrow Council has officially adopted its Local Plan for 2021-2041, a comprehensive document guiding future development across the borough. The decision was made during a... Harrow 26 March 2026
  8. Concerns Raised Over Harrow Local Plan's Housing Targets Harrow Council has adopted the Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041, a comprehensive document outlining planning policies for the borough, despite significant concerns raised by... Harrow 26 March 2026