The Hammersmith & Fulham Council is initiating a public consultation on a transformative plan to reshape Hammersmith’s core.
The draft Local Plan proposes removing the Hammersmith gyratory and flyover, replacing them with underground road links managed by Transport for London. This change aims to free up land for development, reconnecting the town centre to the River Thames.
The plan envisions creating affordable homes, offices, green spaces, and maintaining traffic flow. The public can review the draft Local Plan and provide feedback during a six-week consultation period starting October 27. Details on how to participate will be available on the Have Your Say page.
The initiative draws inspiration from global cities like Madrid and Boston, which have successfully moved roads underground to reconnect urban areas with natural landscapes. In Madrid, the M30 ring road was relocated underground, allowing for the creation of affordable housing and the ‘Madrid Río’ park. Similarly, Boston’s elevated highway removal reconnected the city to its harbour via the Rose Kennedy Greenway. These projects have reduced air pollution, a goal for Hammersmith as well.
The Local Plan outlines specific changes, including removing the flyover and A4 sections, building affordable homes, creating employment spaces, expanding green areas, and improving pedestrian and cycle routes.
The project will be self-financed through land redevelopment and supported by the Mayor of London, Transport for London, and central government, without burdening local taxpayers. This ambitious plan aims to heal the divide caused by the flyover since 1961, enhancing Hammersmith’s connectivity and liveability.
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