The Century Youth House in Romford, a dormant Victorian building, will undergo partial demolition to create eight three-bedroom houses and one two-bedroom house. The council aims to preserve the building's historic core, including its 1883 dedication plaque, while also addressing local housing needs. Concerns have arisen from residents about traffic and parking due to increased development on already busy roads. Two local councilors have voiced different opinions, with one highlighting parking issues and another advocating for the proposal to go before the planning committee to ensure residents' privacy and quality of life are not compromised.
If approved, the main building would be replaced with four homes, while the rear will be converted into five houses, addressing both housing demand and heritage preservation.
Conservative ward councillor Judith Holt expressed concerns about the parking situation, stating that residents often struggle to find space on the already busy road.
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