Plans to deliver 267 new student homes on the site of the KFC on the Old Kent Road were unanimously approved by Southwark’s Planning Committee at its meeting on 21st April 2021.  The scheme that also includes a pocket park as well as commercial space at ground floor. The scheme follows on from Tribe’s successful planning approval in January 2021 when it obtained planning consent to redevelop the land at 313-349 Ilderton Road to deliver 250 student rooms, 58 affordable homes and 1,526 of commercial workspace. 

In its role as public affairs advisor for both these schemes Carvil arranged a virtual programme of engagement given the COVID-19 pandemic for both these schemes.  This included development websites, community webinars and Zoom meetings with key stakeholders.