Developer, FI Real Estate Management (FIREM) was granted planning permission in a unanimous decision by Croydon Council for its plans to create a new residential community in the heart of Croydon.

The scheme consists of three new build towers containing 271,896 sq ft of residential space and ground floor commercial (retail) space totalling 12,938 sq ft, along with substantial public realm and green space.

The residential element will offer a mix of 357 one, two, three and four bedroom units, of which 30% will be available through affordable housing.

A spokesperson for FI Real Estate Management, said: “We are delighted to have been granted permission for this exciting new scheme. Leon Quarter will build on the successful regeneration of the adjacent Leon House to create a distinctive new residential area, boasting high quality public realm as well as shops and restaurants. We’ve experienced great success with Leon House, proving there is the appetite for owner occupiers to set down roots and invest in the Borough.”

The 31 storey ‘Block A’ will front onto the High Street with the creation of a new public square and neighbourhood garden. Its ground floor commercial spaces will provide a continuation of the restaurant quarter. ‘Block B’ will deliver a mix of residential apartments over its 20 storeys, as too will the six storey ‘Block C’ building, which is designed to complement the nearby terraced housing.  

It also has the provision for 734 secure cycle spots and 22 accessible parking spaces.