Plan for 1,500 new homes in Finchley considered by Barnet Council after securing City Hall support

In Finchley, plans for over 1,500 new homes at Great North Leisure Park have gained initial support from City Hall and will soon go before Barnet Council for approval. The proposed design includes 20 buildings, with the tallest at 25 storeys, and incorporates a new leisure centre. Although it promises significant retail space, only 23% of the new homes will be affordable as per requirements. A viability assessment allowed this reduction, despite affordability being typically set higher by London development standards.

The proposed development at Great North Leisure Park aims to create 1,502 homes, a new leisure centre, and retail space but only offers 23% affordable housing.

Despite a requirement for 35-50% affordable housing in London developments, this ambitious plan proposes just 23% due to the developer's viability assessment.

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