The UK residential division of Trammell Crow Company, owned by CBRE, has submitted a planning application to the London Borough of Tower Hamlets for a student accommodation scheme on the former LEB Building site off Cambridge Heath Road.
Designed by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, the proposals feature a mix of cluster flats and studio units, alongside dedicated student amenity space. Plans also include ground-floor community facilities and affordable retail units, reflecting feedback gathered during pre-application discussions with local stakeholders.
Alex Taylor, head of Telford Living, said: “There is a well-evidenced need for dedicated student accommodation in this area of Tower Hamlets, which is particularly close to major universities and transport connections.
“Our plans for 520 high-quality PBSA units will directly address this demand while delivering a thoughtfully designed building that integrates positively with the surrounding area and brings wider regeneration benefits to the local community.”
The submission follows extensive engagement with both Tower Hamlets and the Greater London Authority, as the developer seeks to bring forward another constrained urban site. The move comes amid increasingly challenging funding conditions and viability pressures affecting residential development across the capital.
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