Haringey Council receives major Tottenham redevelopment plan
A proposal for two buildings of up to 24 storeys on Ashley Road seeks an environmental impact assessment scoping opinion.
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A planning application for a substantial redevelopment on Ashley Road in Tottenham has been submitted to Haringey Council. The proposal outlines the construction of two buildings, with heights ranging from six to 24 storeys and a maximum elevation of 90 metres above ordnance datum. This initial submission seeks an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) scoping opinion, a preliminary step to determine the environmental issues that must be addressed in the full development plans, including the potential effects of the tall buildings on the surrounding area. The planning reference for this application is HGY/2026/2148.
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The Ashley Road application is one of many planning submissions validated by Haringey Council in recent weeks. The council has processed a total of 25 additional applications across its boroughs, including Tottenham, Hornsey, and Wood Green. These range from minor residential extensions and alterations to more significant changes of use and tree management works. For instance, applications include proposals for rear extensions at 13 Ribblesdale Road in Hornsey and 153 Dowsett Road in Tottenham, as well as roof extensions at 6 Umfreville Road, Hornsey, and 135 Alexandra Park Road, Wood Green. Several applications also concern tree works, such as crown reductions and felling, at locations including Highgate Golf Club and various residential addresses.
Other applications include requests for advertisement consent at Wood Green Shopping City, changes of use from business to residential in Wood Green, and the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Hornsey. The council's validation of these diverse applications indicates ongoing development and property activity throughout the borough.
Questions this report answers
+How tall will the new buildings be?
The redevelopment plan includes two buildings ranging from six to 24 storeys high, with a maximum height of 90 metres. This means the tallest structure would stand nearly as high as the London Eye’s base, significantly altering the local skyline.
+What is an Environmental Impact Assessment scoping opinion?
An Environmental Impact Assessment scoping opinion is a preliminary review to identify key environmental issues that must be addressed in full development plans. It helps developers and the council focus on the most significant concerns before detailed assessments begin.
+How many other planning applications has Haringey Council processed recently?
Haringey Council has validated 25 additional planning applications across Tottenham, Hornsey, and Wood Green in recent weeks. These include residential extensions, tree management works, and changes of use, showing widespread development activity in the borough.
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