Residents to be consulted on floating homes scheme at Royal Victoria Dock West
Royal Docks Waterways has started a nine‑month feasibility study and will begin public engagement in October for a 12‑hectare residential mooring project.
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Residents living near Royal Victoria Dock West will be asked to share their views on a proposed floating neighbourhood after Royal Docks Waterways commissioned a feasibility study. The study will examine design options and a business case for a residential mooring scheme that could span 12 hectares of water.
Royal Docks Waterways said the consultancy team will work for nine months to determine whether the concept can move forward. The appointment was reported by This Is Local London. The firm will retain responsibility for community outreach throughout the assessment period.
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Consultancy team and study scope
The study team is led by Haptic Architects and Gort Scott, with Stace and Oakridge providing business‑case support. Scott Grady, director at Haptic Architects, explained that the commission is unique and that the team will aim to respect the dock's heritage while creating new water‑side housing.
We were impressed by the way Haptic Architects, Gort Scott, and the wider team approached this project.
Scott Derben, managing director, Royal Docks Waterways
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Scott Derben, managing director of Royal Docks Waterways, said the consultants are well placed to assess how a first phase of floating residential could act as a catalyst for broader improvement of the dock area. He added that the project seeks to balance public benefit with private investment.
Public engagement to start in October
Engagement sessions will be organised by the specialist firm make:good, beginning in October. The meetings will build on feedback collected from nearly 400 residents who participated in earlier events, as reported by This Is Local London. Residents will be able to comment on design ideas, shared infrastructure and environmental considerations.
Background and timeline
The Vision for Royal Victoria Dock West, published in February 2026, outlines three pillars: floating residential, floating wellness and a floating park. The feasibility study aligns with the Mayor of London's regeneration agenda for the Royal Docks and with the Clean Rivers and Waterways Plan, which prioritises biodiversity and climate resilience.
If the study concludes positively, early phases of the floating neighbourhood could be delivered within three to five years. The timeline depends on the outcomes of the public engagement and the subsequent planning approvals.
Local authorities and interested parties will receive the study’s findings after the nine‑month period. Residents who wish to take part in the October sessions can register through the make:good website or contact Royal Docks Waterways directly.
Questions this report answers
+When will residents be able to comment on the floating homes proposal?
Public engagement sessions are scheduled to begin in October, run by make:good specialists. Residents can register online or contact Royal Docks Waterways to take part in the consultation process.
+How large is the area being studied for the floating residential scheme?
The feasibility study covers a 12‑hectare stretch of water at Royal Victoria Dock West. This area will be examined for design options, infrastructure needs and environmental impact.
+What are the next steps after the nine‑month feasibility study?
After the study ends, the findings will be shared with the council and stakeholders. If the results are favourable, the project could move to detailed design and planning stages, with early construction phases targeted for three to five years from now.
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