Summary:
- Newham Council has approved RAD CHP Ltd’s proposal to develop 628 student bed spaces at Royal Albert Way, including ancillary facilities and Class E floorspace at ground level, enhancing the site’s mixed-use capacity.
- The project involves constructing a canopy linking two existing blocks, increasing cycle parking from 173 to 511 spaces, adding electric vehicle charging points, and improving public realm and landscaping.
- The development covers properties on Royal Albert Quay and Lascars Avenue, currently housing retail, office, and ancillary uses, marking a significant expansion in student accommodation and sustainable transport infrastructure in the area.
Original article:
https://www.london-now.co.uk/news/25797434.royal-albert-dock-student-accommodation-scheme-approved/
