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London Housing Delivery Update

18 March 2024

Proposing MP
Michael Gove Con
Surrey Heath
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the under-delivery of housing in London and directs the Mayor to review policies that may be hindering housebuilding, while also providing support through a planning Super Squad.

Action Requested

Michael Gove is directing the Mayor of London to review specific policies in the London Plan related to industrial land and Opportunity Areas to improve housing delivery. He has also announced £500,000 worth of specialist support for Greenwich and Newham boroughs to unlock over 7,000 homes.

Key Facts

  • The Greater London Authority's data shows a need to increase the rate of housing delivery from an average of 37,200 to more than 62,300 homes per year.
  • Policies E4 through E7 in the London Plan related to industrial land use are being reviewed for their impact on housing delivery.
  • The Mayor identified 47 Opportunity Areas with potential to deliver at least 2,500 homes or 5,000 new jobs each, but progress has been slow.
  • The Planning Super Squad will provide £500,000 worth of specialist support in 2024/25 for Greenwich and Newham boroughs.
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