Construction work is now under way at the former Taberner House site.
Formerly home to the council offices, the site will provide 513 homes within four buildings ranging from 13-35 storeys, with a mix of affordable, for sale and rental units, as well as new public realm, a children’s play space and a new café. At least 40 per cent of the units will be designated as affordable.
Croydon Council leader Tony Newman was on site to break ground as construction work began on this major regeneration project. He was joined by Steve Sanham, managing director of residential developer HUB, who are delivering the scheme in collaboration with social impact investor Bridges Fund Management. The buildings have been designed by Stirling Prize winning architect Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, with Grant Associates working on the landscaping.
The development will also create a new high-quality public space as The Queen’s Gardens is enhanced with new landscaping.
Councillor Tony Newman, leader of the council said: “I’m delighted to see work get under way on this important town centre site and that those hundreds of affordable homes will soon become available to local people. It’s also great that The Queen’s Gardens, a much-loved public space and valued oasis in our town centre, is going to be revitalized with the full involvement of local residents.”
Steve Sanham, HUB Managing Director, said: “Taberner House is a hugely important development for Croydon and after an extensive process of engagement with the community and other stakeholders we are very excited that work on the scheme is now underway.”