Transformation of a disused Little Hithe quarry

TRANSFORMATION OF A DISUSED QUARRY AT LITTLE HITHE

Plans to transform a disused former quarry at Greenhithe surface-level drop off spaces for the in north Kent into an exemplar living development station are also included in the plans. at Little Hithe with new direct access to rail services Designs by award-winning Kent has been submitted to Dartford Borough Council for architects Hollaway have focused on consideration. providing an attractive, landscaped The site, a 0.8ha (2.15acre) former chalk quarry which has been disused since the late 1960s, is located directly adjacent to the station on land north of London Road. An investment of £1million plus will ensure a new tree-lined link to the London bound platform for pedestrians and cyclists will be created, with new ticket barriers and ticket machines. The planning application also includes the potential to assist with improvements to the local highway network. affordable homes, will offer 1, 2 or 3 bedroom units and each home will have one parking space at basement level. An additional 50 basement parking spaces for visitors and 12 setting for the scheme, respectful to The plans, submitted by privately-owned developer its location and integrated into the existing environment. Imperial Corporate Capital, account for 187 highquality homes as well as a unique opportunity to Facing south towards the train improve access to Greenhithe station for new and station, all apartments overlook a existing residents. landscaped podium garden for all residents to use. The building steps up from six storeys to nine storeys, with the roof space created by the stepping configuration creating large open terraces for the top floor apartments, and areas of green roof located immediately in front. All other apartments will have their own balconies. South-facing photovoltaic (solar) cells on the top roof will reduce

the building’s energy consumption. Fabeo Russell, Chief Executive Officer of Imperial Corporate Capital PLC said “We have set out to create an outstanding gateway building that will help meet the current and future housing needs of the Borough. Our proposals actively support the use of sustainable transport with new immediate access for local rail passengers wanting to commute across London and Kent.

“Working with leading architects we have designed the scheme to incorporate large amounts of landscaping to appeal to both residents and neighbouring residents. The designs enable an exceptional quality of living with access to communal green space, terraces and balconies, plenty of natural light and high-quality interiors. “We believe it is a really exciting and sustainable opportunity to deliver significant social, economic and environmental benefits to the Borough.”

The area is a desirable place to live owing to its strategic location close to the A2 and M25 and 50-minute train journey to London. Greenhithe village offers local shops and services and Bluewater shopping centre is just minutes away.

The planning application can be viewed on the Dartford Borough Council website (reference 19/01557/ ful). Find out more at https:// imperialcorporatecapital.com/ portfolio/little-hithe/