The Planning Committee of Waltham Forest Council met on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, and granted planning permission for a significant redevelopment project at 278-284 Hoe Street, Walthamstow. This decision was made subject to the completion of a Section 106 legal agreement, the satisfaction of Greater London Authority (GLA) referrals, and the adherence to a range of conditions.

278-284 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17

Planning permission was granted for the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of an 18-storey building comprising 66 residential units (Build to Rent - BtR) and commercial space. The development includes associated amenity space, reconfigured vehicular and pedestrian access, and landscaping. A key aspect of the approval is the provision of 17 Discount Market Rent (DMR) units, representing 26% of the total BtR units, which will be secured in perpetuity. The development is also designated as car-free, with residents ineligible for parking permits unless they are blue badge holders.

The approved plans incorporate a range of contributions and strategies to mitigate the development's impact and enhance local amenities. These include:

• Affordable Housing: 17 units (26% by unit, 21% by habitable room) will be provided as Discount Market Rent (DMR) units, let at no more than 80% of local market rent. These will be secured in perpetuity.
• Build to Rent (BtR) Provision: 66 BtR units will be provided for a minimum of 15 years, managed under a unified ownership and management scheme.
• Wheelchair Housing: 10% of units (7 units) will be designed to Building Regulations requirement M4(3) for wheelchair accessibility, with a marketing strategy to ensure they are exclusively offered to those in need.
• Car-Free Development: No residential parking permits will be issued to new residents, and car club membership will be provided for two years.
• Employment and Training: Commitments include 30% of construction jobs for local residents, a minimum of 9 apprentice posts, and 3 work placements.
• Highways: A financial contribution of £36,700 will be made to Transport for London (TfL) for station upgrade improvements, alongside a Section 278 agreement for highway works.
• Walking, Cycling, and Public Realm: A contribution of £94,190 will fund improvements to walking and cycling infrastructure and public realm enhancements in the Walthamstow station area.
• Children's Play Space: A financial contribution of £100,000 will be made towards improving local play provision.
• Air Quality: A contribution of £6,600 will support the implementation of the Air Quality Action Plan.
• Epping Forest SAC: A financial contribution of £42,900 will be made towards the Epping Forest Strategic Access Management and Monitoring Strategy (SAMMS).

The decision was made subject to numerous conditions, including detailed plans for materials, landscaping, waste management, energy efficiency, fire safety, and archaeological investigations. The development was considered to align with local and regional planning policies, with officers concluding that the public benefits of the scheme outweighed any identified harms.