Developer SevenCapital proposed to redevelop the historic Archway Hospital site with new buildings, including student accommodation. However, Islington Council rejected the plans due to concerns about the excessive height and environmental impacts. Local MP Jeremy Corbyn supported the council's decision, emphasizing the lack of affordable housing. Despite substantial opposition from residents, including fears about privacy and overlooking, the Mayor of London has intervened to make the final decision, raising hopes and concerns among local residents about future developments.
The proposal would introduce a tall building to a site not allocated for a tall building and by reason of its excessive height, scale and location it would result in unacceptable visual, functional and environmental impacts.
MP Jeremy Corbyn has backed the council's decision, claiming that the development was in no way appropriate and that it provided too few homes for social rent.
Campaigners had said that the local authority's rejection of the scheme was a big success.
Mark Davies expected the mayor to uphold the council's decision but noted that direct neighbours' concerns had been ignored.
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