Previous scheme received approval last year
Developer Dominus and Queen Mary University of London have submitted plans for a new 700-room student accommodation scheme in Stratford.
Proposals drawn up by architect Howells would see existing buildings on the 302-312 Stratford High Street site demolished and replaced with a tower of 34 storeys at its highest.
Design proposals are being brought forward to supersede an existing planning consent granted to the same applicant in May 2023.
The project required a full redesign to incorporate “current and emerging” regulatory updates, including second staircase requirements.
As well as the student rooms, the tower will also include 801 sq m of workspace, a new community pub consisting of 177 sq m, and a pocket park.
The scheme will also provide public access to the Channelsea River, a watercourse which has long been covered over.
Meinhardt is part of the project team, providing structural and civil engineering support.
Alan McCartney, partner at Howells, said: “We’re excited to share how this scheme harnesses great quality public benefits, alongside high-quality purpose-built student accommodation rooms and student amenities.
“Situated on a constrained site, the tear-drop plan creates a beautiful and crafted building form for this location.
“We believe the project represents the best in modern student accommodation and provides a robust, equitable, low-carbon design—one that confidently contributes to the fabric of Stratford.”
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John Iveson, director of campus and commercial services at QMUL, said: “Working with Dominus and Howells, the proposed scheme will open the doors of opportunity for our students locally and internationally, as well as invest in the economy of East London.
“Proposals have undergone an extensive pre-application review process, alongside public consultation, all of which has positively contributed to the submitted scheme.”
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