A group of residents and campaigners have submitted objections to the Barnet Draft Local Plan, arguing it will overwhelm Edgware and the surrounding area.
The Draft Local Plan proposes up to 4,740 new homes in the area, mostly in high-rise buildings.
Two community groups, Save Our Edgware and the Edgware Community Association, have strongly opposed the plans.
Anuta Zack, spokesperson for Save Our Edgware, said: “Barnet Council is disregarding its own policies and those of the London Plan 2021 on high-rise blocks, heritage, conservation areas, and listed buildings.”
Tony Allan, chair of the Edgware Community Association, has outlined the group’s proposals for the Local Plan. These include a modern transport interchange, a shopping mall in the town centre, permanent protection for Deans Brook Nature Reserve, and housing development supported by local schools, nurseries, and NHS services.
A Barnet Council spokesperson said: “We will consult fully on the Ballymore proposals under the usual planning process which will include statutory consultees such as the Fire Brigade, as well as residents and community groups.
“The submission of Save Our Edgware to the Local Plan main modifications is currently being considered by officers before being forwarded to the Planning Inspector. Local Plan main modifications specifically on open space and biodiversity issues remain aligned with the London Plan, national legislation, and the council’s ambition, having declared a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency.
“In order to get the Local Plan adopted, the council has been compelled to accept changes proposed by the Inspector. This includes changes to the policy on tall buildings.
“We have just finished the consultation on making final changes to the Local Plan which will replace the existing plan from 2012.
“Once the Local Plan is adopted, we will bring in new guidance on height and density.”
Photo Credit: Save Our Edgware
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