The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has approved a new housing scheme to deliver 300 homes on green belt land off Forest Road in Feltham. The London Borough of Hounslow has welcomed the scheme.
This project is a significant new step forward, promising crucial public benefits to enhance the community’s quality of life. These benefits include restoring the historic Grade II listed Hanworth Park House for community use, providing up to 120 affordable homes, opening up inaccessible and overgrown woodland for the public, and adding new walking and cycling paths. Â
The approved scheme includes three new residential blocks and two new ones on Council-owned land west of the listed building. The development will collectively provide up to 300 residential homes, with 40 per cent designated as affordable housing for Council Rent. The private residential development element will facilitate the restoration of Hanworth Park House, which will remain private but provide a community hub, including a museum, education centre, cafe, exhibition space, and artisan space. Â
Comprehensive community engagement has helped shape the current development scheme, establishing local support and gathering input on the desired facilities for the entire project. Â
Cllr Tom Bruce, deputy leader of the council and cabinet member for assets, regeneration, and development, said:
“I want to express my gratitude for the collaborative efforts that have brought this project to fruition. This is a significant milestone for Hounslow. Given the housing crisis, our new housing scheme will provide affordable homes, create jobs, and enhance our local green spaces. I want to thank our council teams for their dedication and hard work in making this project a reality. The restoration of Hanworth Park House will not only preserve an important piece of our heritage but also create a vibrant community hub that will benefit residents for generations to come.”
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