26 July 2024

John Lewis Partnership gets green light for new rental homes in Bromley

The John Lewis Partnership has received the green light to transform its Waitrose site in Bromley into a new residential community of 353 energy efficient, rental homes and a modernised store.

The London Borough of Bromley agreed with the recommendation of its planning officers to give a resolution to grant consent for the application, which had received 147 letters of support from local residents to exceed those who opposed the proposal.

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  • Plans will deliver 353 much-needed new homes for rent and a modernised Waitrose
  • Energy efficient, high quality homes will prioritise people already living and working in Bromley
  • Approval reinforces long-term commitment plans to manage thousands of JLP branded homes

David Rothwell, development director at Milligan said: “Absolutely delighted with this achievement. Leading the Bromley project as part of the John Lewis Development team, has been a pleasure.

“This project does everything a brownfield development should do with significant benefits for the whole of Bromley town centre, prioritising new public realm, pedestrian and cycling routes. The scheme is designed with the future renter in mind with quality, service and sustainability at its core.

“Thank you to every member of the team who has worked so hard and been so passionate about making this exciting project a success. This is only the start of JLP’s BTR journey. ”

Read the full story on The John Lewis Partnership website.