Defence Online

Pollards Hill is soon to be transformed after a multi-million pound regeneration programme was approved by Merton Council.The housing estate that dominates the district is set for a £35 million regeneration and development scheme from housing association Moat, which will see 24 homes knocked down, 90 new homes built and 400 existing properties refurbished. However, the plans, which incorporate everything within the boundaries of Recreation Way to the north and South Lodge Avenue to the south, will also see the loss of 1.2 hectares of green space to make room for the developments, including a new access road and an increase in parking from 310 to 499 spaces.Residents of the current 1,346 properties on the estate will be expected to continue living in their homes while the works are carried out, including the refurbishment of about 200 kitchens and bathrooms, wall and ceiling insulation and the replacement of windows and doors.In the planning document that recommended approving the development, Merton Council’s planning officers said: “The proposals have developed over a considerable period, reflecting both engagement by the applicant with local residents and from discussions between the applicant and council officers.