Galliard Homes has secured planning permission for the redevelopment of Leegate Shopping Centre in Lee Green, south east London.
The proposed scheme, designed by Rolfe Judd Architecture, will see the 1.92 hectare brownfield site, which is currently occupied by the 1960s shopping centre, turned into 562 new homes (36% affordable), flexible commercial space, a community centre, public house, a medical facility, gym and a new public square.
Simon Welch, director of land at Galliard Homes, said: “We welcome Lewisham Council’s decision, and share it’s view that there is a real opportunity to deliver a new and vibrant mixed-use regeneration scheme on the site that responds to the way people live, work and spend their leisure time.”
Emma Gill, an associate in the planning team at Knight Frank, which sold the site to Galliard in early 2021 and then steered the company through planning, added: “This site had a complex planning history, during which time we have had to contend with emerging neighbourhood and local plans and engage closely with local residents and the community.
“Securing a unanimous vote in favour of the application at planning committee was the climax of many years hard work across multiple Knight Frank teams. This will be a new neighbourhood for Lee Green and we’re delighted to have secured this result on behalf of our client Galliard Homes and the local community, who will greatly benefit from the area’s regeneration.”
Anil Pallan, an associate at Rolfe Judd Architecture, said: “Our vision and objective for this scheme was clear: to create a new distinctive urban quarter for Lee Green, bringing much-needed investment and new homes. This development will breathe new life into this location, increasing connectivity, delivering much need housing and civic amenity, ensuring the development of a rich and vibrant community, and focusing on the creation of a stunning central square.
“This regeneration will not only transform what was Leegate Shopping Centre into a thriving neighbourhood, but will also preserve its distinct character, paying homage to its urban and historic setting.”
