2023-09-28 12:37:16
Computer visualizations of real estate projects do not always reflect reality. This is the case of the Mast Quay II project in London. The developer behind the brand new 23-story residential tower will have to demolish it because “26 major anomalies” were noted compared to the initial construction plans.
The “Royal Borough of Greenwich” took the radical decision on Tuesday to force the developer of the Mast Quay II project to demolish the large residential tower in the south-east of London. The residents of 204 apartments will therefore have to pack their bags. “Unprecedented,” says the London district municipality. She counted “26 major anomalies” compared to the initial building permit, issued in 2012.
According to local authorities, complaints were filed by local residents. The complex looks a bit like stacked shipping containers and some parts of the building would occupy a larger area than allowed. Furthermore, there is a lack of facilities, particularly for people with disabilities.
Local councilor Aidan Smith said the building encroached “on the landscape”. “If the plan for what was built in Phase II of Mast Quay was subject to planning permission today, it would be refused. What has been achieved as part of Mast Quay Phase II cannot go unpunished,” he added.
Numerous anomalies
But then why didn’t the local authorities intervene sooner? According to the municipality, it was not until 2022, when the construction work was finally completed, that certain violations of the building permit came to light.
Anomalies include the absence of a “glass curtain wall”, which was to be installed around the building, as well as smaller balconies and windows than expected. There are also no rooftop gardens or play areas for children. Additionally, apartments that are supposed to be wheelchair accessible have stairs leading to balconies, meaning disabled residents don’t have access to the outdoors.
An underground car park was also to be built, but, according to the municipal council, it was built on land intended for gardens.
The promoter “surprised and extremely disappointed”
According to the Royal Borough of Greenwich, the only reasonable way to repair the damage is to demolish the residential tower and return the land to its original condition.
The project’s developer, Comer Homes Group, told Metro UK it was “surprised and extremely disappointed” by the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s decision. He now has 28 days to appeal.
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