Croydon - Planning & Development Trends

Strategic Growth and Regeneration

Croydon's Growth Plan 2025 outlines a bold strategy to accelerate regeneration, attract investment, and position the borough as a driving force in London's post-pandemic economic revival. The plan emphasizes investment in regeneration and place-making, aiming to deliver new homes and create more job opportunities for residents.

Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP)

The Infrastructure Delivery Plan demonstrates how infrastructure will support the development and growth set out in the Local Plan for 20 years from 2020 to 2040. The IDP outlines the necessary infrastructure to support planned growth and objectives reflected in the emerging Local Plan, ensuring that appropriate infrastructure is in place as growth is delivered. croydon.gov.uk

Adaptive Reuse & Sustainability

1. Zodiac House Retrofit

Zodiac House, a 1960s concrete complex in West Croydon, has been transformed into 73 environmentally responsible homes. The project includes a new green common space, grounded in a thriving community. New London Architecture

2. Apollo and Lunar House Conversion

Two 1960s office blocks, Apollo House and Lunar House, have been converted into 583 high-quality homes. This project marks the first phase of a broader plan to transform the site into a vibrant, residential-led campus.

North End Quarter Redevelopment

The North End Quarter Masterplan Framework aims to guide regeneration with a focus on mixed-use town centre redevelopment. The development is designed to enhance the urban environment and provide much-needed housing.

Involvement in Planning Decisions

Croydon Council emphasizes community input in planning decisions, ensuring that developments align with local needs and preferences. This approach fosters a collaborative environment where residents have a voice in shaping their community's future.

Croydon's approach to urban development in 2025 reflects a balanced integration of growth, sustainability, and community involvement. The borough's commitment to adaptive reuse and thoughtful planning positions it as a model for contemporary urban development in London.