Tower Hamlets sites could deliver 10,000 new homes

"The council is both the local planning authority and a joint landowner of the current Billingsgate site. We're working with the City of London to bring forward the redevelopment of the site that will create a significant new mixed-use quarter with improved connectivity between Canary Wharf and South Poplar, providing thousands of homes and jobs."

"The market, along with nearby Poplar DLR depot and the New City College campus could deliver up to 10,000 new homes and significant employment floorspace."

Tower Hamlets Council plans to develop up to 10,000 homes around Billingsgate Fish Market, following its relocation to Albert Island. The council's promotional pamphlet highlights the market, Poplar DLR depot, and New City College campus as key sites for development. The initiative aims to create a mixed-use quarter with improved connectivity between Canary Wharf and South Poplar, generating thousands of homes and jobs. Mayor Lutfur Rahman emphasizes the council's openness to business and development opportunities in the borough.

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