Calverley Close

The demolition of the houses at 3 – 17 Calverley Close is now complete. Countryside will start preparing the site for the construction of Block 2A this month.

Over the coming weeks, you will see:

• Crushing of the materials from the demolition
• Clifford House water diversion works
• Construction of a temporary carpark
• Site surveys ahead of piling and drainage works

Groundworks, including piling for the new block, will begin in late March.

The overall construction timeline remains unchanged, with Block 2A for Clifford house residents set for completion in autumn 2027.

Phase one of the Calverley Close regeneration is complete, delivering 18 new social rented homes for existing Riverside residents.

Residents are now moving into their new, energy-efficient homes.

What’s next?

The wider redevelopment will provide 275 new homes, including 179 for social and affordable rent, as well as new green spaces and play areas for the community.

Phase one is nearly complete, with 20 new homes due for handover.

The first 18 homes will be ready by mid-September, with residents moving in shortly after. Two adapted homes will be completed by the end of October.

New communal spaces, including pocket parks and a children’s playground, are also ready.

Resident engagement

Residents have viewed their new homes and received information about rent, service charges and how to use their new home. The first residents will move in from 17 September.

What’s next?

Once everyone has moved, the old homes will be demolished to make way for phase two, which will provide 32 new flats.

We’re pleased to share the latest progress on the construction of the first 20 houses at Calverley Close. Internally, Countryside are finishing the decoration and final touches on nine houses. The remaining 11 houses will start decorations this month. After the final touches are complete, we will commission the electrical and mechanical equipment including cycling through the heating system to ensure all is working as it should.

Following on, Countryside will then carry out snagging, addressing any minor issues identified during inspections. Once completed, the homes will be handed over to Riverside, to carry out our own snagging process. Any issues we identify will be addressed by Countryside.

Externally, electrical and water connections, including meters, are now in place. Garden paving is complete, and we’re grading and paving the communal areas. Planting began a few weeks ago, with main trees in place. Wildflower and grass laying will start in late May.

We are currently arranging viewings for residents who are set to move into the first new homes, with these taking place next month.

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Work is progressing well. Outside, scaffolding has been removed and work has started on the terrace areas. The boundary walls are complete, with electrical and water services and landscaping next.

Inside, all 20 new homes are nearing the ‘white box’ stage, with wiring, plumbing and plastering complete. Flooring, kitchens and doors are now being installed in the first homes.

Resident engagement

We’re arranging for the 20 households moving in this phase to visit their new homes. We’ll also hold sessions to explain the energy supply and help residents understand the costs of running their new home.

Construction on site is progressing smoothly. The brickwork is now complete, and most of the roofs have been waterproofed. This progress has enabled Countryside to begin the internal fit-out of the new homes, including installing screed and underfloor heating, followed by internal plasterboard partitions and mechanical and electrical services.

We’re entering an exciting phase, with the first 20 new homes on track for completion in spring 2025. Countryside remains committed to working closely with residents and the community to minimise any disruption.

Who is building the new homes?

Countryside is the developer and main contractor. They will carry out the work or use approved specialist subcontractors.

Riverside will continue to manage your tenancy and housing services.

How will you keep residents updated about construction?

We’ll let you know in advance about work that could cause significant noise or disruption.

Countryside will also provide regular updates throughout construction.

How will construction traffic and site safety be managed?

Countryside is responsible for safety and security on site.

They will:

• monitor the site boundary using CCTV
• manage deliveries through the Site Traffic Marshal
• provide a holding area for deliveries where needed
• make sure construction workers do not park on the estate.

Construction traffic will be restricted to agreed working hours.

Will Riverside continue to look after the existing estate?

Yes. We’ll continue to invest in and maintain occupied homes throughout the redevelopment.

The redevelopment will provide new homes and improvements to the estate, including improved security.

Can I move away from Calverley Close before my new home is ready?

You can apply for a mutual exchange before moving into your new home.

However, if you move away, you will not receive regeneration benefits such as removal costs or a Home Loss payment.

You can consider a mutual exchange again after you have moved into your new home.

When will I find out my moving date?

We’ll keep you updated as construction progresses and give you plenty of notice before your move.

Will I have to move more than once?

No. The redevelopment is being phased so you can move once, directly into your new permanent home when it is ready.

How will my new home be allocated?

Homes will be allocated in line with the Local Lettings Plan.

Your allocation will mainly depend on:

• your housing need
• the phase you need to move in
• how long you have held your tenancy.

We’ll talk to you about your individual circumstances before your home is allocated.

What happens if I want to downsize?

We’ll try to offer a home that meets your current housing need.

If you want to downsize but a suitable home is not available, we may offer:

• a home the same size as your current home, or
• a smaller available home that best meets your needs.

What if my furniture does not fit in my new home?

We’ll support you as much as possible to make sure your existing furniture can be moved into your new home.

Your disturbance payment helps cover the costs of moving, but Riverside will not normally replace or compensate you for furniture that does not fit.

How big will my new home be?

All new homes will meet or exceed Greater London Authority space standards.

We’ll provide more information about the size and layout of your individual home before you move.

Will my new home meet my accessibility needs?

We’ll use information from your Occupational Therapist (OT) assessment to help design your new home around your needs.

This may include adaptations and accessible features.

Riverside will speak to you individually about your requirements. If you have concerns about your OT assessment, contact us to discuss them.

What type of cooker can I have?

New homes will have connections for electric cookers only.

If you currently have a gas cooker, Riverside will provide a new electric cooker and install it before you move.

Will Riverside provide new white goods?

No. Providing white goods was not included in Riverside’s commitments to residents before the 2021 ballot.

What parking will be available?

If you told us during the parking consultation that you have a vehicle, you’ll be allocated a parking space within the new development. There will be no charge for your allocated space.

Visitor parking will be limited, so visitors may need to park elsewhere.

Will there be electric vehicle charging points?

Yes. Up to 25 of the 125 parking spaces will initially have access to an electric vehicle charging point.

More charging points could be added in future if demand increases. There will also be one car club space.

How will parking be managed during construction?

We know temporary parking arrangements may be more difficult for some residents, particularly people with accessibility needs.

The temporary car park will be lit at night and we’ll speak individually with residents who have specific accessibility concerns.

We’ll also consider options for managing resident parking as the redevelopment progresses.

Will my rent change?

Your existing rent level for each property size will remain the same.

If you move to a larger or smaller home, you’ll pay the existing social rent for a Riverside home of that size.

For example, if you move from a two-bedroom to a three-bedroom home, you’ll pay the social rent for a three-bedroom home.

Will my service charge change?

It may change because the new development will have different services and facilities.

Service charges will be reviewed for each phase as the design develops. We’ll talk to residents about proposed services and costs.

We’ll work to keep service charges affordable and ensure they provide value for money.

How much will my Council Tax be?

Council Tax bands and charges are set by the London Borough of Bromley.

We’ll provide more information about your new home before you move.

What financial help will I get when I move?

Eligible residents will receive payments and support towards the costs of moving.

Your disturbance payment is designed to cover reasonable costs associated with your move.

We’ll explain what you’re entitled to and how payments work before your moving date.