A Reserved Matters Application (RMA) was recently submitted seeking permission for works comprising the infilling of part of Pontoon Dock.

Dock Infill Planning Application

Introduction to the Silvertown Redevelopment Project in the London Borough of Newham.

Introduction to Silvertown

Silvertown sits in the centre of one of London&rsquo;s largest regeneration areas, the Royal Docks, which is set to become the home and workplace for thousands of people. Located alongside Royal Victoria Dock (London Borough of Newham), the previously derelict site spans 27 hectares and is bordered by Mill Road to the west, North Woolwich Road to the south, and Connaught Bridge to the east. The site includes key heritage buildings, including Millennium Mills and Silo-D.&nbsp;The previous project owners received outline planning permission for the masterplan in 2016. Under new ownership of The Silvertown Partnership (Lendlease and Starwood Capital), Phase 1 of the site subsequently received detailed permission in 2019 following public consultation. This included the provision of new affordable and private for sale homes, public spaces, retail space, and workspaces, anchored by Millennium Mills and Silo D.&nbsp;<div class="fr-img-space-wrap"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1642689271/projects/wlquf89awmi9iex8ewa8.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-fir">Previous Illustrative Masterplan showing different character areas across the Silvertown site.Elements of the previously consented master plan included:&nbsp;Millennium Mills:&nbsp;The area surrounding Millennium Mills will be one of the intensely animated areas of Silvertown and the major cultural draw for visitors.Silo-D: The area around Silo-D will support a vibrant residential neighbourhood that will encapsulate all of London&rsquo;s independence, variety, and life. Creating an exciting mix of independent shops, social spaces, caf&eacute;s, and restaurants spilling out onto the park and public spaces, the new public park will provide a place to rest, supplemented by activation from local events.Brand buildings: Brand buildings will include a vibrant mix of workplace, cultural use, Research &amp; Development space, retail, and exhibition areas much of which will be publicly accessible and curated to attract visitors to Silvertown.New homes: Silvertown will create a new diverse and inclusive community right in the heart of the Royal Docks with outline planning permission to build approximately 3,000 mixed-tenure homes.The eastern part of the masterplan will be a residential quarter including larger family homes clustered around community facilities such as a new primary school. The western part of the site will predominately provide smaller homes more suited to the vibrant town centre environment.New shops, caf&eacute;, and restaurants: The masterplan will include new shops, cafes and restaurants that will provide a heart for the local community and places to meet friends and neighbours.Public spaces: Silvertown will create a range of new public spaces and parks, creating a welcoming environment that provides opportunities for recreation and leisure.The waterscape will be re-invigorated with planting that reflects the diverse history of people and place in the area, and activation through improved access and interventions such as boardwalk, decks and water sports.Employment opportunities: Silvertown will build on the industrious past of the docks to incubate local talent, grow local jobs, and attract those who work hard.Most of these elements will be retained in the new masterplan, with a few key revisions that respond to the Covid-19 pandemic and feedback from consultation in 2019. More detail can be found on the next page.</div>

Where are we now?

<div class="fr-img-space-wrap"><div class="fr-img-space-wrap">We have been hard at work to update our previous proposals to directly respond to a post-pandemic urban life while ensuring that we can deliver a mixed-use development that includes homes, offices, and jobs, alongside retail, leisure, community, and cultural uses.&nbsp;As a part of our next steps for the regeneration of the site, we will be submitting three planning applications:&nbsp;<ol><li>New Hybrid Masterplan Planning Application:&nbsp;includes an outline application for the site and detailed application for Phase 1. Our new masterplan will allow us to deliver on our ambitions to create a unique and thriving mixed-neighbourhood in the Royal Docks while responding to the challenges of Covid-19 on how we live and experience cities. Amendments will deliver more affordable housing more quickly and important social infrastructure, including a new primary school.&nbsp;</li><li>New Royal Victoria Dock Bridge Application: To deliver a new pedestrian and cycling bridge linking Silvertown to the north of the Dock and Custom House Station for the DLR and Elizabeth Line.</li><li id="isPasted">Dock Infill Reserved Matters Application: To create new waterways from the existing dock and allow for land reclamation for plots within Phase 1. This application was submitted in February 2022.</li></ol>We hosted two community exhibitions in early March 2022 at Expressway London. You can find the exhibition boards in PDF format <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647429606/220316_ST_Exhibition_Boards_qrbhkz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>. They include further information about regeneration in the Royal Docks, Silvertown&rsquo;s story, and the three planning applications to be submitted this year.&nbsp;To help shape these applications, we are now collecting feedback on our initial proposals and emerging masterplan. We want to hear from you and gain a better understanding of what makes Silvertown great!You can let us know what you think and learn more about the new proposals on the New Hybrid <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/proposals/masterplan/step1">Masterplan Planning Application page</a> and the <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/new-rvdb/step1">New Royal Victoria Dock Bridge Planning Application page</a>.You can find out more about the history of the project and key dates on the <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/timeline">Timeline page</a>.&nbsp;For more information on works taking place on site over the next year, visit the <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/proposals/building-silvertown/step1">Let&#39;s Get Started page</a>.&nbsp;Over the course of this year, this Commonplace site will act as the main source of information about Silvertown&#39;s regeneration and will host opportunities for community members to provide feedback on the emerging proposals.&nbsp;Stay up to date by subscribing to our news updates <a href="https://silvertown20.commonplace.is/news">here</a>.&nbsp;If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please visit our FAQs page and if you query is not answered there already, don&#39;t hesitate <a href="mailto:%20hello@silvertown.co.uk">to get in touch</a>.&nbsp;</div></div>

Over the next months, a variety of works will take place on site to begin delivery of the Silvertown project. 

Let's Get Started: Building Silvertown

Lets Get Started: Building Silvertown

Over the next few months, a variety of
works will take place on site to begin the
delivery of the Silvertown regeneration
project. You will start to see exciting
changes to the site as we begin building a
new community in the Royal Docks.In February this year, the enabling works for the early delivery of Phase 1 plots began with tree felling along the North Woolwich Road. The removal of these trees is crucial to enabling utilities works to be carried out.The Phase 1 Reserved Matters Approval
(RMA) also consented the planting of over
300 new trees within Phase 1 and the
development of new public realm including
a major new public square, a local park,
and public access to Pontoon Dock for the
first time. We will be retaining and are
actively exploring ways to re-use felled
trees. <div class="fr-img-space-wrap"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647365281/projects/eszmxbpce7y6ekuklrq2.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The image above shows some of the trees that have been removed along North Woolwich Road.</div> <div class="fr-img-space-wrap">Additional works on site will begin in due
course, this includes utility diversions
commencing in March. This will be followed
by excavation and earthworks later this
Spring. Work on the dock infill, Phase 1 utilities
installation and the first homes will start on
site later this year.&nbsp;In March 2022, utilities diversion work and related earthworks will be carried out along North Woolwich Road. These works will enable future utilities on-site to be connected to the existing network.&nbsp;Later in Spring 2022, earthworks will begin in Phase 1 to level the ground and collect material for the dock infill works. See the Dock Infill Application <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/proposals/application-a-dock-infill/step1">page</a> for more details about the dock infill work and application.&nbsp;In Autumn 2022, development begins on the first homes as part of Phase 1 approved in 2019.As we progress with works, we will keep you updated as we ready the site for construction of Phase 1, and with any changes to our programme. To keep up to date, subscribe to our news updates <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/news">here</a>.We will be in contact with close neighbours to the site in due course, with more information about these initial works and any disruptions that may take place. &nbsp;More information about these works can be found on the related exhibition board from our March community exhibitions, which you can find <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647429606/220316_ST_Exhibition_Boards_qrbhkz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.If you have any comments of questions about these works, please do <a href="mailto:%20hello@silvertown.com">let us know</a>.&nbsp;</div>

The Silvertown Partnership will be submitting a revised hybrid planning application for Silvertown.

Revised Masterplan Planning Application

The Silvertown Partnership will be submitting a revised hybrid planning application for the Silvertown site. This application will include an outline planning application for the site&#39;s wider masterplan and a detailed planning application for Phase 1 of the project (the most western part of the site).&nbsp;&nbsp;Throughout the past two years, the team have been hard at work revising the previously proposed master plan. This includes a 15% increase in affordable homes (from 35% to 50% by hab. room), the introduction of London Affordable Rent as our affordability benchmark, a reduced total amount of office space, and a greater diversity of workplace (including public showcase areas, office space, shed space, and retail space).&nbsp;&nbsp;

<div class="fr-img-space-wrap">Over the next few months, we will be sharing with you our proposals for the revised&nbsp;masterplan for the Silvertown site. Overall, this masterplan and associated regeneration programme will deliver:&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><ul><li>The transformation of a site that has been derelict for 30 years.</li><li>Deliver more new homes, including more affordable homes more quickly.</li><li>New workplaces yielding 14,000 jobs.&nbsp;</li><li>Significant new public open spaces&nbsp;that connect with the water.</li><li>Town centre amenities.&nbsp;</li><li>Public buildings and heritage assets.&nbsp;</li><li>A 15-minute district that responds to the lessons learnt from the pandemic.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>This page will be updated with more information about the revised masterplan and how you can get involved in shaping the plan in due course.We anticipate that this application will be submitted by the end of Summer 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

As part of the regeneration of Silvertown, we will be delivering a new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge, linking Silvertown to the wider Royal Docks area and Custom House Station.

Royal Victoria Dock Bridge Planning Application

As part of the regeneration of Silvertown, we will be delivering a new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge, linking Silvertown to the wider Royal Docks area and Custom House (for ExCel) Station (DLR and future Elizabeth Line). The provision for a new bridge was outlined in the 2016 planning application and detailed in the Phase 1 Reserved Matters Application (RMA) in 2019.The delivery of the&nbsp;new Bridge will support the overall principles of the master plan:&nbsp;<ul><li>To celebrate the industrial, manufacturing, and waterfront heritage of Silvertown and the Royal Docks.</li><li>To place access to water at the forefront of the development.&nbsp;</li><li>To create inclusive, accessible, and dynamic public spaces.</li><li>To respond to Silvertown&#39;s unique environmental conditions.&nbsp;</li><li>To future-proof and build resiliency in the face of climate change.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Why do we need a new bridge?

The new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge will be a dramatic and vital step-free entry point for Silvertown and the wider area. It will allow residents, workers and visitors to navigate more easily around and improve their experience of the wider Royal Docks area.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the southern side, the new bridge will give access to Millennium Mills, new residences in Silvertown and the existing community in Britannia Village. On the northern side, it will land close to the existing bridge access point, near Custom House Station, as well as link into other cycle and walking routes across The Royal Docks.&nbsp;The new bridge will not replace the existing platformed footbridge, and improvements to the existing bridge will be made.The Silvertown Partnership will be submitting a full planning application for the new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge in Spring 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;More detail regarding the Stage 2 designs and how you can get involved will be released in due course.

Let us know your ideas on housing, connections to the wider area and the public realm.  

4. Creating a great place

Let us know what you think about the local area surrounding the site, and the wider Royal Docks.

3. Tell us about the area

We would like to hear your thoughts on what it's like to school in Silvertown

Britannia Village Primary School

Overview of our proposals for Phase 1 of Silvertown

4. Silvertown Phase 1

Let us know your thoughts on how we can celebrate and enhance culture at Silvertown.

5. Activities and Events

Proposals for Mills Quarter and Millennium Mills.

5. Mills Quarter

Let us know your thoughts on the type of amenities and facilities you would like to see provided.

6. Community facilities

Share your views on our early ideas for Phase 1.


2. What's happening now?


This page is for feedback from the Oasis Academy.

Oasis Student Project

Let us know your thoughts on our proposals for Mill Place. 

5. Mill Place

Let us know your thoughts on our vision for Silvertown.

4. Vision for Silvertown

Let us know your thoughts on our proposals for Silo-D Park. 

6. Silo-D Park

Proposals for the area around Silo-D and the finger dock.

6. Silo-D Quarter

Learn more about the plans that have been approved for Silvertown.

1. What's happened so far? 

The original consent for the site was approved in 2016 and establishes the amount and type of development that will happen across the site. The masterplan is divided into six distinct character areas, each reflecting the different living, working and recreational elements of the new Silvertown.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554910111/projects/silvertown/cropped240-100419%2520timeline.png" />How to have your say?Use the map slider for an overview of the consented masterplan and let us know your thoughts on the bottom of the page. You can view everyone else&#39;s comments too and agree.<video>
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 </video>Key elements of the outline masterplan:<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554378742/projects/silvertown/cropped160-Silvertown%2520titles.png" />The area surrounding Millennium Mills will be one of the intensely animated areas of Silvertown and the major cultural draw for visitors. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554377569/projects/silvertown/cropped217-Silvertown%2520titles.png" />The area around Silo-D will support a vibrant residential neighbourhood that will encapsulate all of London’s independence, variety, and life. Creating an exciting mix of independent shops, social spaces, cafes and restaurants spilling out onto the park and public spaces, the new public park will provide a place to rest, supplemented by activation from local events. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554837013/projects/silvertown/cropped127-BRAND%2520TITLE%2520UPDATED.png" />Brand buildings will include a vibrant mix of workplace, cultural use, Research &amp; Development space, retail, and exhibition areas much of which will be publicly accessible, and curated to attract visitors to Silvertown. <li>222,000 sqm Brand (Sui Generis)</li> <li>44,500 sqm Brand-Related Retail (A1)</li><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554377749/projects/silvertown/cropped11-cropped72-Silvertown%252520titles.png" />Silvertown will create a new diverse and inclusive community right in the heart of the Royal Docks with outline planning permission to build approximately 3,000 mixed-tenure homes. The eastern part of the masterplan will be a residential quarter including larger family homes clustered around community facilities such as a new primary school. The western part of the site will predominately provide smaller homes more suited to the vibrant town centre environment. <li>Approximately 3,000 mixed-tenure homes</li><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554377847/projects/silvertown/cropped247-cropped103-Silvertown%252520titles.png" />The masterplan will include new shops, cafes and restaurant that will provide a heart for the local community and places to meet friends and neighbours.<li>20,400 sqm Food and Beverage (A3-A5)</li> <li>10,000 sqm Local Retail (A1-A5)</li><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554377913/projects/silvertown/cropped215-Silvertown%2520titles.png" />Silvertown will create a range of new public spaces and parks, creating a welcoming environment that provides opportunities for recreation and leisure.The waterscape will be re-invigorated with planting that reflects the diverse history of people and place in the area, and activation through improved access and interventions such as boardwalk, decks and watersports. <li>19,800 sqm Leisure and Cultural</li> <li>6,900 sqm Community and Education (D1)</li><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:eco,w_1024/v1554377981/projects/silvertown/cropped152-Silvertown%2520titles.png" />Silvertown will build on the industrious past of the docks to incubate local talent, grow local jobs, and attract those who work hard. <li>179,000 sqm Office (B1)</li> <li>16,000 sqm Hotel (C1)</li>

Find out more about our Revised Masterplan and let us know what you think of the new proposals. 

Silvertown Site

<div data-testid="Container" data-uw-styling-context="true" id="isPasted">There are two key forthcoming planning
applications for Silvertown to be progressed
in 2022: a new &lsquo;hybrid&rsquo; masterplan planning
application for the entire site and a separate
application for a new pedestrian and cycle
bridge across Royal Victoria Dock. Please view our March community exhibition boards&nbsp;<a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646413229/Stage_1_Exhibition_Boards_Final_zzrzt5.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647429606/220316_ST_Exhibition_Boards_qrbhkz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;that present the emerging masterplan and new proposals in more detail. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646238103/projects/ildy9foztekozgyyopsy.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">This birds-eye view shows the Silvertown site (outlined) next to Royal Victoria Dock and opposite the ExCeL. The Greenwich O2, Canary Wharf, and the City of London can be seen in the background. </div>The Silvertown Partnership will be submitting
a new hybrid planning application for the
Silvertown site. This proposal presents an
alternative vision for the site when compared
to the 2016 planning permission. This
hybrid application will include an &lsquo;outline&rsquo;
component for the site&rsquo;s wider masterplan
and a &lsquo;full detail&rsquo; component for Phase 1
of the project, with two additional plots.To help us shape the masterplan, we want to hear from you about Silvertown&#39;s present and future:

The next few pages provide more information about the emerging masterplan, including more detail on residential and working neighbourhoods, new connections across the Royal Docks, and our public realm and water strategies.&nbsp;On every page you will find survey questions like the ones above to let us know what you think of the proposals.&nbsp;

The Emerging Masterplan

The emerging masterplan is centred around distinctive
neighbourhoods, or character areas, with their own
look and feel. These character areas will celebrate the
industrial, manufacturing, and waterfront heritage of
Silvertown and the Royal Docks.At the heart of the new plans for Silvertown is the ambition
to create inclusive, accessible, and dynamic places for
residents, visitors, and commuters.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646240950/projects/ry5vefajzqbfnyghidxp.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Silvertown&#39;s character areas and key features.

<div data-testid="ProposalSectionRender" data-uw-styling-context="true" id="isPasted"><div data-testid="Container" data-uw-styling-context="true">The emerging masterplan for Silvertown is comprised of four distinct character areas: Silvertown Centre (Mills Quarter and Silo D), Pontoon Dock, Silverworks, and Victoria Gardens.</div>Mills Quarter and Silverworks are proposed as two new and distinct places to work. There will be between 8,000 to 11,000 jobs across the site, with 5,000 to 6,000 jobs in Mills Quarter and 1,500 to 3,000 jobs in Silverworks. These new workspaces will include offices, cultural and exhibition spaces, shed and
makers&rsquo; spaces, retail space, restaurants, and caf&eacute;s.Silo D, Pontoon Dock and Victoria Gardens are proposed as the three major residential neighbourhoods.&nbsp;Across the Silvertown site, 6,000-6,500 homes will be provided in total, with 50% affordable, to help meet Newham&#39;s housing needs. This includes intermediate tenures, like shared ownership.Silvertown Centre:&nbsp;Silvertown Centre incorporates
both Millennium Mills and Silo D which are linked by new a
high street to create a town centre for the Royal Docks.1. Royal Victoria Dock Bridge Landing:&nbsp;This landing will be the gateway to Silvertown
from Custom House and offer new public
realm.</div><div data-testid="ProposalSectionRender" data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-testid="Container" data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-uw-styling-context="true">2. Mill Square:&nbsp;Sitting in Silvertown Centre,
Mill Square will be home to workspaces,
shops, restaurants and caf&eacute;s.&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div><div data-testid="ProposalSectionRender" data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-testid="Container" data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-uw-styling-context="true"><div data-uw-styling-context="true">3. Silo D Park:&nbsp;A new park will be created
around Silo D, linked to Millennium Mills by
the new high street.Pontoon Dock:&nbsp;The Pontoon Dock neighbourhood
brings together two previously identified areas under the
previous masterplan: Victoria Waterside and Pontoon
Dock. Part of the existing Pontoon Dock will be infilled to
support the delivery of more housing and public spaces.4. Pontoon Place:&nbsp;Pontoon Place
celebrates the site&rsquo;s history, creating a new
vibrant mixed-use waterfront location for
sports, leisure and relaxing.Silverworks:&nbsp;Silverworks will be a mixed-use
neighbourhood with homes, workspaces, and public spaces.
Unlike the workspaces in Silvertown Centre, this area will
provide workspaces for making, doing and learning, from
light manufacturing to film studios. Along the dock front, X
Park will provide leisure and sport opportunities.5. X Park:&nbsp;An almost 1km loop provides
various opportunities for play through a
varied landscape, and growing space similar
to modern day allotments.6. Silverworks Yard:&nbsp;This corridor hopes
to attract creatives and makers with flexible
spaces and a bustling, social environment.Victoria Gardens:&nbsp;Victoria Gardens is Silvertown&rsquo;s
family neighbourhood. Internal courtyards will link
residential blocks and provide playspaces of all types for
all ages. This neighbourhood will be adjacent to the new
primary school in Silverworks. This will support a diverse
and family-oriented neighbourhood.7. Victoria Walk:&nbsp;Victoria Walk is the main
public realm through-way that provides
residents with a relaxing environment and
local play.</div></div></div></div>

The next page provides an overview of our public realm strategy.

Public and Open Space

Creating pleasant and open environments that encourage
interaction between people and place is key for Silvertown.
The public and open spaces are designed to be flexible and
accommodate different activities, like sports, play and rest.This is supported by a wider public realm network to connect
Silvertown&rsquo;s character areas, key destinations points, and existing
neighbourhoods to the wider Royal Docks area.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646241542/projects/ycp1lfknkgmcealddehf.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Silvertown&#39;s proposed green and open spaces.

The emerging masterplan also responds to the need for extensive
and varied playspaces to accommodate a larger number of families
across the site and young people and youth are central to our
planning.Open spaces across the Silvertown site will accommodate a
range of activities that promote active and healthy lifestyles
to benefit mental and physical wellbeing. These proposed
active uses respond directly to the environment and space that
they are located, whether that be water, green space or urban
environments.The revised public realm strategy for the site aims to create more
flexible spaces that will provide a better user experience, by
creating open spaces that are designed, curated, and managed to
ensure everyone feels welcome, safe, and comfortable.

A key ambition of Silvertown&rsquo;s regeneration is to incorporate the
water&rsquo;s past industrial usage into its future identity. This will be
achieved by activating the waterfront, creating connections through
the site and providing space for water-based activities.

The next page goes into more detail about our aims to connect Silvertown to the wider Royal Docks area.&nbsp;

Creating New Connections

The emerging masterplan&rsquo;s design ensures that connections
and streets provide opportunities for communities to come
together and experience all that Silvertown will have to offer
in an inclusive and accessible way.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646242351/projects/sga9ttpwhp3s2pivskjr.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The image above shows the key connections across Silvertown&#39;s masterplan.Reimagining how we move around the Silvertown area is key to this masterplan.&nbsp;

The key principles of the masterplan to better connect Silvertown and the Royal Docks include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Connecting Newham&rsquo;s diverse communities with a new town
centre for everyone.
</li><li>Prioritising local connections to social infrastructure, including
a new high street in Silvertown Centre, a new primary school,
and other community services.
</li><li>Supporting and enhancing North Woolwich Road as an
important avenue that connects with the site and the wider
area.
</li><li>Building on the Royal Docks Public Realm Framework.
</li><li>Enabling north to south pedestrian connections for the Royal
Docks.
</li><li>Encourage active travel across the Royal Docks area through
walking and cycling routes.</li></ul>

A key driver for the development of Silvertown is to provide a new high street with more amenities serving and connected to the new and existing communities.&nbsp;

Review our latest proposals for the new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge and let us know your thoughts!

New Royal Victoria Dock Bridge Planning Application

<div data-testid="ProposalSectionRender" id="isPasted">The new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge (RVDB) will be a vital step-free
connection for Silvertown and the wider Royal Docks. Residents,
commuters, and visitors will be able to navigate easily across the
dock from ExCeL to Silvertown and connectivity will be dramatically
improved for the wider Royal Docks area.Please view our March community exhibition boards <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647429606/220316_ST_Exhibition_Boards_qrbhkz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> that present the new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge and our other proposals in more detail.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1646243275/projects/i9w3x6iymc8kssxbjrhy.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">This image shows the proposed double &#39;S-curve&#39; of the new Royal Victoria Dock Bridge. The provision of the new RVDB was required in the 2016 Outline
Planning Permission and referenced in the Phase 1 RMA in 2019
and is now going through a detailed application.&nbsp;We want to hear from you about your experience of moving around the Royal Docks:</div>

The aim of the new RVDB is to improve pedestrian and cycling connections between new and existing communities in and around Silvertown.On the northern side, the RVDB will land close to the existing footbridge, near Custom House Station for the DLR and Elizabeth Line, linking Silvertown to central London and beyond. It will also provide step-free access from Silvertown to walking and cycling routes across the Royal Docks.On the southern side, the new bridge will act as a key gateway to
Silvertown. The landing point of the bridge has been designed to be
an accessible entrance to Silvertown&rsquo;s new town centre.
From here, users will be able to access routes and destinations
throughout Silvertown and easily access the neighbouring
communities, such as Britannia Village and Royal Wharf.The new bridge will not replace the existing platformed footbridge, and improvements to the existing bridge will be made.&nbsp;By the time the new bridge is built, both the Elizabeth Line&nbsp;at Custom House Station and the Royal Docks DLR upgrades (including at Pontoon Dock Station) will be completed.

The next page goes into more details about our proposals for the materials and design of the new RVDB as well as our plans for the refurbished Jetty.

Materials and Design

The new bridge will accommodate both pedestrians and cyclists
and will be step-free with very gradual slopes ensuring universal
accessibility.&nbsp;As a shared space, the materials of the Royal Victoria Dock Bridge&rsquo;s
(RVDB) deck have been designed to reduce the need for hard
borders between users. This includes the use of different textured
and paved surfaces to clearly distinguish between pedestrian and
cycle space. The result will be an open, aesthetic, and safe space.High quality materials will also help to create a more visually
appealing design. We are exploring various surface materials
including pavers, metal, and drainage grates along the edge of
the bridge. We will ensure that the surfacing materials are hardwearing, lasting, and safe to promote inclusive design for those
who are less able.

Reimagining the Silvertown Jetty

As part of our wider plans for Silvertown, we will be re-activating
the existing Jetty at the end of Rayleigh Road near Millennium
Mills. The re-activated Jetty will be used as a public open space
and a key location in the redeveloped Silvertown site.
Part of the existing Jetty will be removed due to its poor condition.
The segment of the Jetty to the west of the new RVDB landing will
be refurbished, creating a new piece of accessible public realm for
Silvertown.
Overall, our concept design for the Jetty supports Silvertown&rsquo;s
wider placemaking strategy.&nbsp;Our proposals provide ample
opportunities for future activation, such as cultural events, art
installations, water-based activities and food and drink.

You can view more information about this application on our March Community Exhibition boards, available <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1647429606/220316_ST_Exhibition_Boards_qrbhkz.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.<div class="fr-img-space-wrap"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1643645660/projects/xcclnfvdife0fjvxcf4g.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The map above shows the character areas of Silvertown and the partially filled area of Pontoon Dock (hatched).A Reserved Matters Application (RMA) was submitted in February 2022 seeking permission for works comprising the infilling of part of Pontoon Dock.The application seeks approval for the infilling of the area of dock within Phase 1 (western most part of the Silvertown site) using surplus materials created during the Phase 1 earthworks. These earthworks are necessary to create a level site for development.&nbsp;The reclaimed land created by the dock infill will be used for the development of new homes and public spaces.</div><h2>Our approach</h2>The infill process involves sectioning off the identified area with a new dock wall. Water is then drained and is replaced with surplus earthwork materials from the wider Silvertown site. Layers of earth are then added until it reaches ground level. This land will then be used for future construction.The approach proposed allow us to develop the site in a more sustainable way through the on-site retention and re-use of surplus materials from the Phase 1. &nbsp;This will help us minimise the waste produced by the development and reduce the volume of vehicle trips required in and out of the site. &nbsp;The following details will be addressed in concurrent applications:&nbsp;<ul type="disc"><li>Ecological Management Plan: to ensure a minimal impact to the site&#39;s ecology.</li><li>Compensatory Fishery Habitats: setting out proposed aquatic habitats to be delivered concurrently and following the dock infill works.</li><li>Remediation Strategies and Verification Plans: ensuring any potential ground contamination issues are addressed and managed accordingly.</li><li>Archaeological Written Scheme of Investigation: ensuring any archaeological findings are investigated and responded to.</li><li>Environmental Management and Method Statement, and Construction Logistics Plans: ensuring construction works and related activities have a minimal impact on the environment.</li></ul>Due to the nature of land reclamation projects, there will be some negative impacts on existing aquatic biodiversity. As part of the infill proposals, several habitat mitigation and protection measures will be put in place and a significant amount of new aquatic habitat will be included during infill works and after, to compensate for any habitat loss.For more information or to be kept up to date on the dock infill and the site&#39;s other enabling works, please see the <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/proposals/building-silvertown/step1">Let&#39;s Get Started page</a>.&nbsp;

Learn more about Silvertown's Design Code and how you can get involved through workshops and leaving your feedback.

[DRAFT] Silvertown's Design Code: Get involved in designing the future

What is a Design Code?

A Design Code is an illustrated design guide that sets a series of design standards and guidelines for a specific area or development. Design Codes are an important tool for the creation of new neighbourhoods.Design Codes are also fundamental to ensure high quality design and to ensure that any new development sits well within its local area and environment. The Design Code is a document that exists for the life of the development and as such incorporates some flexibility to allow for changes over time.

How can I get involved?

You have the opportunity to co-create a Design Code for Silvertown and set the parameters for future development of the site. In April, we will be hosting three workshops with small groups of community members and the project team to work collaboratively to co-develop a Design Code framework for Silvertown: 1. Searching for Silvertown (Saturday, April 23rd, 11:00 - 15:00): This workshop will involve a guided walkabout the Silvertown area and discussions about the area&#39;s context and identity and how this can be represented in the new development.&nbsp; 2. A Town Centre in Silvertown (Tuesday, April 26th, 18:30 - 20:00): This workshop will focus on creating a hypothetical high street for Silvertown, and explore what types of uses would best cater to Silvertown&#39;s diverse communities.&nbsp; 3. Streetscape and Water Uses (Thursday, April 28th, 18:30 - 20:00): This workshop will focus on exploring connections within Silvertown and the Royal Docks, the site&#39;s relationship with water, and how the waterfront can be activated.&nbsp; All workshops will start at Britannia Village Hall/The Silver Building. To register for a workshop, please click the button below:

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The next pages go into more detail about how design codes are made, what they contain and the three key principles for Silvertown&rsquo;s design code.

How are Design Codes made?

Producing a Design Code is complex because many different aspects relating to the design and construction of streets, spaces, buildings and infrastructure need to be taken into consideration. These elements should be thought about in collaboration with the community to define local ambitions.

What does a Design Code contain?

Design Codes include all the different aspects that make a development, a neighbourhood, or an area the way it is. This includes how it feels, how it looks, and how it operates. The content of a design code is informed by 10 specific features, called characteristics, set out under <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-model-design-code#:~:text=The%20National%20Model%20Design%20Code%20forms%20part%20of%20the%20government's,common%20overarching%20framework%20for%20design." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">national policy</a>.&nbsp;

Silvertown’s Three Key Principles

The engagement on and co-creation of Silvertown&rsquo;s Design Code will revolve around three key design themes that incorporate many of the design code topics identified by national policy.These three design themes are:<ul><li>Context and Identity</li><li>Built Form and Uses</li><li id="isPasted">Public Space and Movement</li></ul>The next page goes into more detail about each key design code theme.

Context and Identity 

The identity of an area is not just defined by its form, appearance, or planning, but also by its culture and communities.This key design theme seeks to understand an area to ensure that anything new responds to and builds from its existing history and context.

Built Form and Uses

Locating different uses of spaces together can create a sense of identity for an area. Using different materials for buildings, public spaces and sidewalks, can help differentiate areas from one another and support the creation of a sense of identity.We want to know what social infrastructure is needed to accommodate the new and existing communities in Silvertown, and how it should look.

Public Space and Movement

The design of streets and public spaces can enable greater opportunities for social interaction and create healthier environments for people.We want to understand what type of neighbourhood the existing community in Silvertown wants and how this could be designed to create a healthy, thriving, and exciting place.The next page explains the Design Code process in more detail.

How do design codes influence future development?

Design Codes form part of outline planning applications submitted to local authorities. They are a useful tool for large-scale development which can take many years to reach completion. Design Codes enable continuity of design and planning by establishing the parameters for development in the future.The Design Code process is divided into three main parts:<ol><li>Listening &amp; Testing</li><li>Publishing</li><li>Implementing</li></ol>1. Listening &amp; TestingThrough three workshops on each key design code theme, we will explore with the community a range of topics to inform and define the principles of the Design Code for Silvertown. These principles will be presented as a draft document uploaded on this Commonplace website later this Spring, for the wider community to review and comment on.2. PublishingAfter the draft code has been reviewed and commented on by the public, we will incorporate the feedback received. The final proposed design code will then be submitted as part of the outline planning application for Silvertown&rsquo;s new hybrid masterplan by the end of Summer 2022.&nbsp;3. ImplementingThe Silvertown Design Code document will set design standards and principles for future detail planning applications (for future phases of the Silvertown project), within the Silvertown masterplan.

Join us at a Design Code Workshop!

As part of the Listening stage, we will be facilitating three workshops between members of the community and the project team. All workshops will take place in the meeting room of Expressway London&nbsp;(1 Dock Road, E16 1AH) on the 23rd, 26th and 28th of April 2022.For more details and to register for a Design Code Workshop, please click the button below.&nbsp;

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If you have any questions about the Design Code Workshops please reach out through the &#39;Contact the Project Team&#39; section on the <a href="https://silvertown.commonplace.is/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Homepage</a>.

The list of questions and answers below has been prepared to reflect the most frequently asked questions about the Silvertown project. These questions have been compiled through commonly asked questions at our Community Exhibitions, through emails we've received, and through comments we've received on Commonplace. 