John Lewis Secures Approval for First Housing Development

Bromley Council greenlights 24-storey project despite local opposition, marking a new venture for the retail giant.

John Lewis will build 353 rental flats above a Waitrose store in Bromley, with only 10% classified as affordable housing.
The project has faced significant opposition from residents concerned about the building's height and its impact on local amenities.
The development is part of John Lewis’s strategy to diversify revenue streams by entering the housing market.
Construction is expected to begin in early 2025 and be completed by 2029.
The project will also include a renovation of the existing Waitrose store and aims to boost local council tax and spending.