The Council has worked extensively with the Ebury Community since 2017 when proposals for the Ebury Bridge Estate begun.
You will find a summary of the progress to date below and key information.
Ebury Phase one Completes
The first phase of Ebury completes and a total of 226 homes are built. Read the press release here.
Consultation and Submitted Phase 2 Reserved Matters Application
Drop ins and workshops held detailing the final Reserved Matters Application for Phase 2.
You can download the Community Commitments document by clicking here.
Community Space Workshops and Boundary Treatment Northern Gateway
Community workshops from the design team developed what residents wanted to see from the future Community Space.
Engagement with local neighbours around the development of the Northern Gateway boundary between 1 Ebury Bridge and the Ebury Bridge Estate.
2023
S105 Future Management Consultation
S105 Consultation on how the buildings, public spaces and neighbourhood will be managed in the future Ebury Bridge
RIBA Stage 2
In early 2022, astudio undertook a RIBA Stage 2 refresh of the Phase 2 design. The focus was on the development of:
- Unit mix and tenure in coordination with viability
- Public realm design
- Landscape quality
- Ground floor uses
- Ground floor boundaries, look and feel
- Internal layouts
- Phasing opportunities
Through the RIBA Stage 2 refresh, astudio has consulted with the Communities Futures Group (CFG), One Ebury and Consort Rise residents
The outcomes from the consultation and public consultation influenced RIBA Stage 3 design development.
2021
Phase 2 Design Consultation
In December 2021 we consulted on the proposed design for Phase 2a of the new homes and public squares for Ebury SW1. We invited the Ebury Bridge Estate residents, neighbours and stakeholders to view the exhibition and provide views.
The consultation boards can be viewed here.
Final Design Consultation
In March 2020 we began consulting on final designs of new homes and public spaces planned for Ebury SW1. We again invited estate residents, neighbours, amenity groups and other stakeholders to view an exhibition and provide views.
People have the opportunity to quickly and easily view all consultation material here and provide feedback via a host of different methods, including via the details here.
Initial Design Consultation
In October 2019 we consulted on initial designs of new homes and public spaces planned. We invited estate residents, near neighbours, community groups and other stakeholders to view an exhibition on the estate over a three-week period.
People were provided lots of ways to provide feedback on the plans here – including online, and via feedback forms and over the phone. We’re grateful to everyone who joined the conversation. The feedback assisted with a revision of plans to be consulted on in early 2020.
Moving forward and testing the market
With Scenario 7 selected, officers worked with residents from across the estate to understand their rehousing needs and preferences. This approach informed the housing requirements for returning residents and allowed us to structure the phasing of development to ensure mixed tenure housing would be present throughout the development.
Through Westminster City Council’s Wholly Owned Company (WOC), the council committed to taking the lead as landlord and developer on Phase 1 of the project. The council then began the procurement process, inviting bids from design and build contractors to partner with us on the Phase 1 delivery.
Developing the scheme
Putting resident engagement at the heart of plans, the council thoroughly explored the way forward for the future of Ebury Bridge. A long list of scenarios was developed, ranging from refurbishment through to full redevelopment and a number of hybrid options. For each scenario, the CFG, officers and residents went through a methodical assessment.
As part of the design process Ebury Bridge residents had the opportunity to be informed and engaged through each of our resident engagement channels to build a scheme that worked for them.
The preferred scenario
Following the detailed options assessment process, Westminster City Council commenced consultation with residents on the preferred scenario which involved the full redevelopment of the estate and the creation of around 750 new high quality homes, facilities, retail units and public spaces.
Following this consultation, the council’s cabinet approved the preferred scenario and authorised officers to work up in detail the scheme and identify the best delivery route.
Getting started
June 2017, following challenges with a previous scheme, Westminster City Council made a commitment to Ebury Bridge residents that any new proposals put forward would be able to attract a delivery partner and could be delivered.
An industry leading design team was recruited to analyse the estate, work up proposals and explore the various options for a renewed Ebury Bridge.
On 25th October 2017, the Community Futures Group (CFG) was established with residents to work with the council on key decisions. The CFG continues to play an instrumental role in each element of the renewal process.