Ealing Council Planning Committee has approved the redevelopment of the Mount Close Estate near Ealing Broadway.
The project, led by Dolphin Living, aims to transform the 1950s estate into a modern, mixed-tenure Build-to-Rent scheme. The redevelopment will increase the number of homes from 40 to 178, including 138 net additional dwellings, 11 re-provided homes, and the refurbishment of 29 existing homes. The plan includes 50 per cent affordable housing by habitable room for the new homes, all offered as Discount Market Rent, aligning with the London Plan’s Fast Track Route. A Section 106 agreement will secure 65 affordable homes.
The design features buildings ranging from four to six storeys, with taller structures along Castlebar Road. The development is supported by a townscape and heritage assessment, with visual and heritage impacts deemed acceptable due to the public benefits. Sustainability is a key focus, with a 79.33 per cent reduction in CO₂ emissions achieved through renewable energy technologies such as PV panels and exhaust-air source heat pumps. A carbon offset payment of £97,782 is also secured.
Refurbishments include new windows and doors, mechanical ventilation, efficient heating and cooling systems, improved insulation, modern kitchens and bathrooms, and low-energy LED lighting. The redevelopment will introduce landscaped areas, secure communal gardens, play areas, and enhanced security lighting. The plan retains most existing trees and adds 68 new ones, along with secure cycle storage, improved refuse areas, electric vehicle charging points, and parking for original residents.
Overall, the project promises significant enhancements to the estate’s infrastructure and living conditions.
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