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Resident-led housing services

Residents have told us they want more control over their housing services. We've held workshops with both residents and housing staff about how we could possibly do this and we now have some proposals for a pilot scheme in Camberwell and Peckham. We want to know what you think of these proposals. What are our proposals? We will establish three resident groups to oversee the pilot - two in Camberwell and one in Peckham. There will be eight local residents in... More

Closed 31 December 2015

Walworth Town Hall and Newington Library

Telling Southwark's stories: what do you think? With the new Walworth Town Hall, we have an exciting opportunity to tell the Southwark story and increase public access to the heritage collections. We want to explore how we can make best use of all of the public space for display. We want to showcase the highlights of the collections and to use art, artefacts, maps, film, archives, photographs, historic books and digital media throughout the building – telling the story of... More

Closed 4 January 2016

Bellenden Road - Holly Grove - Lyndhurst Way Cycling and Walking Improvements

Background In March 2013 Southwark Council consulted residents, businesses & stakeholders in relation to Bellenden Road area traffic management and road safety proposals. Although feedback from the consultation indicated there is generally support for the proposals, certain features fundamental to a successful delivery of the overall scheme did not have majority support. Given the lack of a clear consensus on these issues it was recommended by the then Cabinet Member for Environment,... More

Closed 15 January 2016

Asset Management Consultation

On the 20 th October 2015 Southwark Council approved a consultation on a draft asset management strategy to be carried out with resident groups prior to going back to cabinet in March for approval. The council will be moving to this cyclical programme initially over eight to ten years, eventually moving to a seven year cycle. This means that every property will be brought up to standard within that cycle. The Council is seeking resident feedback on the strategy by asking five key... More

Closed 22 January 2016

Cycle Hangars

Have your say Southwark Council is consulting on the installation of a ‘Bicycle Hanger’ (bicycle parking unit) in your area. The unit, pictured below, provides secure undercover on-street parking for 6 bicycles, in about half the space a car would occupy. Cycle hangar in open position Cycle hangar in closed position Background Introducing cycle hangars forms part of the Council’s objective to significantly increase the number of residents using a bicycle as... More

Closed 5 February 2016

Brunswick Park Play Area Upgrade

Southwark Council will be upgrading the play area in Brunswick Park. The existing equipment will be replaced and a new space created that better meets the needs of the local community. We are asking parents/carers, children and residents to give us ideas for how you think the playground should be upgraded. We would especially like to know what local children think so if you have children/grandchildren yourself, please get them involved. Please fill in the survey below and... More

Closed 8 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Braganza Street

This online consultation has been reropened after the public consultation held on 28/01/2016. The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Braganza Street SE17. We are proposing a residential development, retail and parking. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 35 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent (affordable homes) and intermediate housing. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area,... More

Closed 9 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Wickway Community Centre/Angel Oak Academy

The council is seeking your views on proposed developments at Wickway community centre and Angel Oak Academy. We are proposing a residential development with retail and parking. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 130 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent and intermediate housing. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views on a number of issues such as what you would like to see from... More

Closed 12 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Bellenden Primary School SE15

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Bellenden Primary School. We are proposing a residential development at Bellenden Primary School SE15. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 25 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale and social rent. The proposal includes a community garden, disabled parking and the creation of a green play path. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views... More

Closed 17 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Parkhouse Street SE5

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Parkhouse Street SE5 (near Burgess Park). We are proposing a residential development with retail and disabled parking. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 29 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent and intermediate housing. The proposal includes a courtyard area within the development and views looking out onto Burgess Park. To ensure our proposals meet the... More

Closed 22 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Albion Street Civic Centre

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Albion Street Civic Centre. We are proposing a residential development with retail and services opportunites. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 25 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent (affordable housing) and intermediate housing. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views on a number of issues such as what you would... More

Closed 24 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Albion Primary School Land

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Albion Primary School Land. We are proposing a residential development with retail and services opportunites. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 49 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent and intermediate housing. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views on a number of issues such as what you would like to see from the... More

Closed 24 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Copeland Road Car Park

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Copeland Road Car Park. We are proposing a residential development with opportunities for retail and retaining the basketball court. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 67 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, social rent and intermediate housing. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views on a number of issues such as what you would... More

Closed 29 February 2016

11,000 new council homes - Manor Place Terrace

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Manor Place Terrace. We are proposing a residential development with retail and services opportunities. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 60 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale, intermediate housing (eg. shared ownership, key worker and discounted market rent homes) and social rent (affordable housing). To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we... More

Closed 9 March 2016

Melbourne Grove (South)

A review is currently underway following concerns that have been raised by local residents about the perception of speed, volume and type of traffic on the southern section of Melbourne Grove (please see below). Please note that the consultation has been extended by 7 days due to some residents reporting late receipt of reminder leaflets. As such we would be very grateful if you could complete the attached questionnaire. We will then be able to look at your responses in relation... More

Closed 14 March 2016

Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace Quietway (QW7) Dulwich Wood Avenue and Farquhar Road

What is a Quietway Quietways are a network of bike routes for less confident cyclists using mainly low-traffic back streets. The routes are not just for current cyclists, but are for people who have always been put off cycling by the thought of sharing the road with high volumes of cars, vans, buses and lorries. Introducing Quietways forms an integral part of the Mayor of London’s vision for cycling and the council’s objective to significantly increase the number of residents using... More

Closed 20 March 2016

Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace Quietway (QW7) Turney Road

What is a Quietway Quietways are a network of bike routes for less confident cyclists using mainly low-traffic back streets. The routes are not just for current cyclists, but are for people who have always been put off cycling by the thought of sharing the road with high volumes of cars, vans, buses and lorries. Introducing Quietways forms an integral part of the Mayor of London’s vision for cycling and the council’s objective to significantly increase the number of residents using... More

Closed 20 March 2016

Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace Quietway (QW7) Calton Avenue

What is a Quietway Quietways are a network of bike routes for less confident cyclists using mainly low-traffic back streets. The routes are not just for current cyclists, but are for people who have always been put off cycling by the thought of sharing the road with high volumes of cars, vans, buses and lorries. Introducing Quietways forms an integral part of the Mayor of London’s vision for cycling and the council’s objective to significantly increase the number of residents using... More

Closed 20 March 2016

Elephant & Castle to Crystal Palace Quietway (QW7) Dulwich Village Junction

What is a Quietway Quietways are a network of bike routes for less confident cyclists using mainly low-traffic back streets. The routes are not just for current cyclists, but are for people who have always been put off cycling by the thought of sharing the road with high volumes of cars, vans, buses and lorries. Introducing Quietways forms an integral part of the Mayor of London’s vision for cycling and the council’s objective to significantly increase the number of residents using... More

Closed 20 March 2016

11,000 new council homes - Old Kent Road SE1

The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Old Kent Road Petrol Station. We are proposing a residential development at Old Kent Road Petrol Station. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 35 and be of mixed tenure so to include homes for private sale and social rent. The proposal includes commercial opportunity and residents gardens. To ensure our proposals meet the needs of the area, we are seeking your views on a number of issues such... More

Closed 25 March 2016

Walworth Town Hall Redevelopment Options

Southwark Council are consulting with the public on the future of the Walworth Town Hall after the cost of refurbishment costs significantly increased. Whilst the council remains committed to the historic building, which was damaged by fire in 2013, it is estimated the original plans to restore it plus create a community hub with a library and registrar services will now be around £36m, £16m more than budgeted for the original restoration. The extra costs have been caused by the... More

Closed 31 March 2016

Southwark Park Consultation

In March 2015, Southwark Council consulted with local residents and park users on a number of options to improve Southwark Park. Some of the outcomes of this consultation are summarised below: Many of those who responded would like to see a new building, which will house public toilets, a new café and a park office, located within or adjacent to the existing Café Gallery. Of the three options put forward for the redevelopment of the nursery site, those who responded to... More

Closed 10 April 2016

New arrangements for Southwark Park Road Day Centre

We are planning to merge your day centre with Fred Francis and want to know what you think. In 2013, we decided to build a new day centre at Cator Street. It was agreed that service users of Fred Francis and Southwark Park Road would move to the new centre when it opened. Both day centres would then close. Unfortunately, there have been unforseen delays with completing the new centre, which we'd hoped would be ready this year but now won't open until 2018. We are proposing to merge... More

Closed 25 April 2016

New Leisure Centre Site at Canada Water

The council is consulting on our preferred location for a new leisure centre for Rotherhithe and Bermondsey, which will replace Seven Islands. Our preference is to include the facility within the new town centre at Canada Water that will be delivered by British Land; on what is known as plot 6. The new centre will include: an 8-lane swimming pool; learner pool; 150 station gym three studios a crèche a 4-court sports hall Why are we... More

Closed 29 April 2016

Manor Estate play area upgrade

Southwark Council is planning to upgrade the play area on Manor Estate. The existing equipment will be replaced and a new space created that better meets the needs of the local community. We are asking parents/carers, children and residents in South Bermondsey to give us ideas for how you think the play area should be upgraded. More

Closed 4 May 2016

11,000 new council homes - Flaxyards & Sumnner House

This is the second consultation regarding the Flaxyards and Sumner regeneration, please check the consultation boards below to see how the proposals have changed as a response to the feedback given last time round. The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Flaxyards & Sumner House. We are proposing a residential development with green and commercial spaces. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 330 and be of mixed tenure so to... More

Closed 6 May 2016

11,000 new council homes - Copeland Road Car Park No.3

This is the second round of Copeland Road car park consultations. Please take a look at the consultation boards below for details on the how the proposals have changed since the last round. The council is seeking your views on a proposed development at Copeland Road Car Park. We are proposing a residential development with opportunities for retail and retaining the basketball court. It is estimated that the number of residential units would be around 67 and be of mixed tenure so... More

Closed 6 May 2016

Ageing Well

We want Southwark to be an "age-friendly" place. What is an age-friendly world? It is a place that enables people of all ages to actively take part in community activities. It is a place that treats everyone with respect, regardless of their age. It is a place that makes it easy to stay connected to those around you and those you love. It is a place that helps people stay healthy and active. And it is a place that helps those who can no longer look after themselves to live with... More

Closed 8 May 2016

2nd Round Consultation 21/23 Parkhouse Street

This is the second round of 21/23 Parkhouse Street consultations. In response to feedback from the last consultation we have: Identified a preferred choice from the previously consulted on options Redesigned the proposed development in order to create a more pedestrian focused courtyard space. Reduced the height of the commercial building whilst increasing the height of the residential building Please take a look at the consultation boards below for further... More

Closed 20 May 2016

Burgess Park West

So far £9million has been invested in Burgess Park. We are now investing a further £4million on the south western area which was not included in the previous revitalisation of the park Burgess Park West is the new name for the Burgess Park Southern Entrance project. We feel it better describes the project, which is about much more than improving just one entrance to the park. Thank you to everyone who participated in the two previous public consultations. We have now updated the... More

Closed 5 June 2016