Havering's Cabinet has officially approved the Romford Town Centre Masterplan, marking a significant milestone in the borough's regeneration efforts.
The Masterplan, which has been subject to extensive public consultation and refinement, aims to revitalize Romford by focusing on key areas such as the market, the River Rom, and public spaces.
With 73 percent of residents expressing continued support for the plan, the Council is set to adopt the Masterplan as a Supplementary Planning Document by winter 2024.
This approval by the Cabinet underscores the Council's commitment to improving Romford's appeal as a place to live, work, and visit.
With Cabinet’s approval to move to statutory consultation, there will be six weeks of public consultation starting at the end of September, subject to call in.
The aim is to adopt the Masterplan as a Supplementary Planning Document to support the adopted Local Plan, by the end of this year.