TfL’s controversial housing plan for Trent Park has sparked outrage, with critics questioning its impact on the Green Belt and local parks.
London: So, there’s this big fuss going on about a housing plan by TfL for Trent Park. They want to build thousands of homes on part of the park and its golf course. Sounds a bit wild, right?
Just days before a public inquiry, TfL is pushing Enfield Council to consider this plan. It’s like they’re trying to sneak it in at the last minute. A council member even asked Sadiq Khan why TfL is “going rogue” with this idea.
Khan said he didn’t know about the plan and promised to look into it. He reminded everyone that there are protections for the Green Belt in the London Plan. But still, it’s raising eyebrows.
This inquiry is a big deal. It’s been in the works for seven years, and if approved, it could change a lot in Enfield. TfL claims the Green Belt could provide more housing than people think, which is a bold statement.
They’re suggesting a development that could bring in 10,000 to 12,000 homes. That’s way more than the 3,700 homes the council is currently planning for the area. It’s like they’re saying, “Hey, let’s build more!”
But here’s the kicker: TfL doesn’t even own the land they want to build on. And the council hasn’t backed this idea yet. It’s all a bit messy, and people are worried about losing their parks.
Critics are saying this could ruin the local landscape and the unique charm of the area. The Enfield Society even pointed out that the council is a major landowner in this situation, which raises some eyebrows about their motives.
As the inquiry kicks off, everyone’s waiting to see if this plan will fly or flop. It’s a tense time for the community, and folks are hoping their voices will be heard.
