"There have been attempts to do something with the site since 2008, with outline planning granted in 2013, but the plans were dropped following extensive local opposition. Originally planned to have some 8,000 homes, including rebuilding council housing around the site, following lengthy protests, the core of the site was eventually sold in 2015, and a new masterplan was drafted."
"In essence, the site would consist of a series of blocks of flats rising to the tallest towers in the centre. Most would be on an elevated podium surrounded by new street-level passages. Around 100 retail and dining outlets would be included, along with childcare and a new community hub. The developers expect that about 35% of the homes would be classed as affordable."
"In addition, one of the original train sheds of the neighbouring Lillie Bridge Depot could be converted into the larger of the three venues, preserving some of the site's railway heritage. Construction is expected to start later in 2026, and the whole site should be completed by 2043. On the one hand, it's 4,000 desperately needed new homes in central London. On the other hand, it's taken over a decade just to get planning permission to build them."
Planning permission has been granted to redevelop the former Earls Court Exhibition Centre with a masterplan delivering 4,000 homes across two councils. The approval includes outline permission for the first 1,400 homes, 95,000 sqm of office floorspace, new cultural venues, and green space, with detailed permissions for remaining housing to follow. The development will feature blocks of flats on an elevated podium, the tallest towers at the centre, about 100 retail and dining outlets, childcare facilities, and a new community hub. Developers expect about 35% of homes to be affordable. One original Lillie Bridge train shed may be converted into a large venue. Construction is due to start late 2026 with completion targeted for 2043.
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