Plans to open part of London's Paddington Basin to pedestrians have stalled after Westminster Council rejected redevelopment proposals for Baltic Wharf. This site, currently occupied by a builders' supplier, was to be transformed into student accommodation that would have further opened the canal area. However, concerns over the impact on adjacent flats, particularly regarding daylight access for social renters, led to the council's decision. Despite developers modifying their plans, the council prioritized current residents' quality of life over development setbacks.
The Westminster Council has blocked plans to redevelop Baltic Wharf, affecting efforts to enhance public access to the Paddington Basin canal in London.
The council's decision highlights ongoing tensions between urban development and the quality of life for existing residents, particularly regarding daylight access.
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