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Plans to make-over the space outside Peckham Rye station have been in the works for well over a decade now. The proposal to build the snazzy Peckham Rye Station Square was first revealed in 2011, with planning permission granted in 2016.
The project would involve knocking down the dilapidated 1930s arcade outside the station. This was supposed to start last year, but there were a number of delays. This week, the council revealed it had appointed a contractor, BAM Nuttall, to carry out the long-awaited glow up.
Demolition of the arcade is due to begin this summer, once the businesses have all moved out. All going well, the new square will be finished by next summer.
The old arcade will be replaced with an open square, kitted out with plants, seating and lighting, exposing the railway arches that flank the north and south sides of the square. The arches will be refurbished to provide new premises for local and independent businesses to trade.
Councillor Helen Dennis, Cabinet Member for New Homes and Sustainable Development said: ‘This is a massively exciting time for the residents of Peckham, and having let their passion be known for the regeneration of the station square, I’m glad we’re taking a step closer to delivering for them.’
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