A £325million regeneration project in Harrow that aims to build a brand new community has been given the green light. The development will be built on 40 acres of land that was once the home of a Kodak factory.
The plan is to build at least 200 affordable homes that are earmarked for private landlords and social housing. The 10 year project will be delivered by developers, Land Securities. Early indications are that there will be also 1,500 new jobs created from the small to medium sized business enterprises that will move into the new employment space over the next 15 years. There is also a new primary school and health centre planned.
Harrow Council Portfolio Holder for Planning and Economic Development, Cllr Keith Ferry, said: “This is a once in a lifetime chance to create a positive future for this important site and will leave a long lasting legacy for future generations. This area is at the economic heart of the borough and essential for the prosperity of the whole of Harrow. Its future matters to everyone who lives here. Despite the difficult economic climate, the council has worked hard with Land Securities to ensure the surrounding area is able to enjoy the benefits of this new investment. These proposals will breathe new life into Harrow, create jobs and greatly enhance the public green space.”
The project will provide much needed homes for local people who can either buy, or rent from one of the many private landlords who have shown an interest in adding a property to their portfolio, protecting it with a landlord insurance quote and providing a home for a local family. This huge project is just part of Harrow Council’s long-term vision. The “Heart of Harrow” project aims to bring up to £1 billion of investment into the borough, including new businesses, new jobs, and new homes as well as delivering the infrastructure needed.