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Invisible Connections are the specialists in hidden structural connections for precast and in situ construction. We provide a range of ‘unseen’ telescopic connection systems for stair landings, beams and columns. We are also the manufacturers of FERBOX® made-to-measure reinforcement continuity strip.

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For structural reinforcement continuity, bespoke FERBOX is made-to-measure, made to be safer and made to reduce wastage. Quality, reliability and integrity, built-in.

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Wates Residential Scheme to Bring New Homes to Wembley

A £100 million scheme will see 304 new homes built in Wembley across two sites. Wates has signed the development deal with London's Brent Council, which will deliver a mix of affordable and private sale homes.

250 of the homes will be located on a former school site east of Cecil Avenue. The remaining builds will be opposite the site and will include workspace units and a roadside cafe.

Second Staircase Rule Uncertainty Halts Wates Project

A joint venture between Wates Residential and Havering Council has been put on hold due to concerns about the proposed second staircase rule. The project which will deliver 550 affordable homes in Romford East London, is part of an ambitious 12-year regeneration scheme.

An official decision on the second staircase rule is yet to be made, but it is anticipated that the two-staircase requirements will form part of the new building safety legislation.

Wates and Havering Council issued a statement regarding the decision. "As a result of continued regulatory uncertainty, a decision has been taken by the Havering Council and Wates Residential joint venture to pause development of the Waterloo and Queen Street site in Romford. Regulations are likely to change to

Both sites will offer a combination of council tenant and middle-income homes, with 152 houses built on each. Cecil Avenue will feature builds from five to nine-storeys with options available up to four beds. It will also offer commercial units and community amenities.

Nick Williams, Wates Residential Regional Managing Director, said: “We will be working with the local community to deliver these mixed-tenure homes.

This means employing the services of local businesses and people along the way to help regenerate the area and inspire a new community.” The scheme is partly funded by the Mayor of London and aims to increase job, leisure, retail, and housing opportunities in the area. The area will also see improved accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists.

IMAGE: Wates - 304 new homes wll be built across two sites delivering a mix of affordable and private sale homes require two staircases in buildings over 30 metres. As we are at an early point in the construction process, we have taken an opportunity to pause while we get a better understanding of what new regulations will mean and to update the design to include a second staircase.”

Wates Residential began the joint venture with the council in 2018. The plan includes a £12 billion regeneration plan across 12 estates in East London, delivering 3,500 council-rented and affordable homes. Earlier this year, the Mayor of London introduced new rules requiring a second staircase on all new applications of buildings over 30 metres.

IMAGE: Havering Council /Wates - Plans for the 12-year regeneration partnership across the London Borough of Havering are currently on hold.