SGN and Berkeley Homes have recently submitted plans for the former Gas holders site. At up to 18 storeys, this proposal would drastically alter Motspur Park’s suburban feel. We want attractive, well-designed buildings that fit the area’s character. The scheme is far too dense, cramming too many homes onto a small site.
Rail services are already overstretched, and recent nationalisation hasn’t improved reliability. New developments must reflect that this is a suburban area, not central London.
The project is expected to take up to eight years (the actual build won’t start until 2030/31 but will take years to clear land and remove the cylinders.).
Weak Lib Dem leadership: Our Lib Dem councillors refuse to take a stand, delaying decisions until after the election. Without a proper Local Plan, they’ve left the door open for high-rise, high-density developments.
Have your say: The planning application is now live.
(Kingston)You can share your views by visiting the Council’s Planning Portal and searching for application reference 25/02562/FUL or by clicking this link. If you live in Merton please visit the Merton Council's planning portal, the application reference number is 25/P2859 - you can access the application by clicking this link
We’ve launched a survey to hear local residents’ views on any proposed development please fill out our survey below.
More information on the proposals can be found here https://motspurparkgasholders.co.uk/
Best wishes,
Merton Conservatives