Annual Report on Regeneration and Economic Development Projects

2018

Regeneration and Economic Development Strategy 2016 - 20

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Contents

Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 2

Background .................................................................................................................... 2

Objective 1: Growing Business .................................................................................... 3

Objective 2: Improving Connectivity .......................................................................... 9

Objective 3: Placemaking .......................................................................................... 12

A. Town centres ................................................................................................ 12

B. Context and character of the borough’s places ...................................... 19

C. Sustainable mixed communities ................................................................ 20

D. Community infrastructure ............................................................................ 22

Objective 4: Enhancing the environment ................................................................ 24

A. State of the natural environment ................................................................ 24

B. Ensuring environmental quality .................................................................. 26

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Introduction This report sets out progress on a number of regeneration and economic development projects listed in the council’s Regeneration and Economic Development Strategy 2016-20 and demonstrates how the council is working with its partners towards improving the borough. There are 101 projects listed in the Strategy. Some of the projects are on-going initiatives while 10 projects have since been completed (excluding a new project). One project has been removed due to unforeseen circumstances. Three projects have become core functions led by Lifelong Learning, Skills & Employment. On the other hand, 11 new projects (3 from this year) have been added to the list. One of the new project added to the list has been completed. 11 projects have been merged with other projects to reflect the changing ways to deliver the four objectives in the Strategy. In total, there are 84 projects now on the updated list.

Total projects in the original strategy 101

Projects merged - 11

Projects removed - 4

Projects completed including a new project - 11

New projects added + 9

Total projects left = 84

All these projects are delivered by various units across the council. The co-ordination is particularly important to support businesses to grow, ensure the local workforce has the right level and mix of skills, maintain the attractiveness and competitiveness of our town centres; deliver the number and quality of homes that residents need and ensure sufficient social infrastructure, such as schools, health and sports facilities, to support expected population growth; and improve the quality of public realm and tackle other environmental issues such as air and noise pollution. A lot of the improvements are funded by section 106 funding and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) to support expected population growth.

Background On 15 March 2016, the Borough Council approved the Regeneration and Economic Development Strategy. This new strategy sets out the regeneration and economic development principles and interventions for the borough. It outlines the council’s plans to achieve lasting and successful regeneration and economic development and the role the council plays and will play in making that happen. The strategy contains priorities for actions and projects which will help achieve our regeneration and economic development objectives or unlock and deliver sustainable growth across the borough. The Strategy is subject to regular review and update to ensure that the document remains valid over the next four years. The Borough Council on 15 March 2016 also agreed the list of projects in the strategy would be updated annually to remove and report on projects which have been delivered or are no longer deliverable and to include new projects as they emerge. The strategy contains priorities for actions and projects, some of which are yet to secure funding – a key role of this strategy is as an investment tool to gain external funding.

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The strategy sets out four key objectives going forward:

1. growing business

2. improving connectivity

3. place-making

4. enhancing the environment

Objective 1: Growing Business Project 1.1 Hounslow Business Directory Comprehensive business guide and an online directory which will be free for every local business to appear in. The guide will be updated every 18 months.

Progress so far Business Guide published. It’s Local directory went live in September 2019. Project 1.2 West of Borough Plan Project (merged with Project 3.24 Employment land around town centre) Area focusses review of the statutory Local Plan. It will include new policies to address the specific challenges of the areas, specify the required land uses such as housing and employment in particular locations and identify key strategic infrastructure interventions such as public transport. It will also address future of Heathrow Airport, Feltham Masterplanning, Green Belt Review.

Target Plan adopted by summer 2020, funding sought to deliver initiatives and some projects implemented. CIL review.

Progress so far Consultation on the draft Local Plan Review Regulation 19 consultation. (Pre- submission consultation) will take place between February and April 2019. Project 1.3 Great West Corridor Plan Area focussed review of the statutory Local Plan for the Golden Mile and Brentford area. It will include new policies to address the specific challenges of the areas, specify the required land uses such as housing and employment in particular locations and identify key strategic infrastructure interventions such as public transport improvements.

Target Plan adopted by summer 2020, funding sought to deliver initiatives and some projects implemented. CIL review.

Progress so far Consultation on the draft Local Plan Review Regulation 19 consultation. (Pre- submission consultation) will take place between February and April 2019. Project 1.4 Digital, media and creative industries cluster project Support for businesses establishing/ growing in response to the location of multi-national media companies. Potential to explore incubator space / supply chain development programme. Skills and talent development project.

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Target by March 2020 External funding secured, new businesses established. Young people and adults taking up training and employment in the sector

Progress so far Creative Enterprise Zone bid was submitted for £900k investment in the sector, Outcome is expected in October 2018. Project 1.5 Western International Market Optimisation To optimise the asset and generate additional income. On an adjoining site, a licence has now been granted to Quattro to investigate mineral extraction over a 7-year period. The sites are owned and managed by Hounslow Council and located near Heathrow Airport.

Target by March 2020 Complete lease renewals and revised management structure for the market.

Progress so far Notices served. Project 1.6 Utilising council’s own property assets The council is investigating opportunities to boost local economies through smarter asset management. Part of the ambition will be achieved by Lampton 360, a subsidiary of the council, to accelerate the delivery of affordable housing on its sites and generate revenue for the borough by unlocking value within its land assets.

Target On-going delivery.

Progress so far The council (Lampton 360) signed a deal in February 2017 with Willmott Partnership Homes to deliver up to 1,500 homes over six years. The homes will be a mix of tenures, with 40% affordable, 40% open market sale and 20% private rent. The first of 11 sites is Nantly House on Lampton Road which will create 74 new homes and commercial/community space in Hounslow town centre. Construction is underway. Project 1.7 Business Support Programme The two-year programme (2015-2017) funded by New Homes Bonus Topslice will deliver a range of business support through signposting, mentoring, business events and sector specific capacity building events to support businesses. As well as working with UKTI and other partners to support businesses to export. A regular email newsletter for businesses in the borough is also being produced to signpost services, promote events and share news.

Progress so far Project completed in 2018. Further support opportunities being sought though external funding

Nantly House

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Project 1.8 Small Business Saturday Hounslow event on the first Saturday in December marking the nationwide Small Business Saturday national initiative to ‘support, inspire and promote small businesses.

Target Where possible support this event annually. Progress so far Events took place 2015, 2016 and 2017. Festive shop window competition will be run under the Small Business Saturday banner in 2018. Project 1.9 Invest Hounslow Website The council is committed to proactively enabling growth in the borough through businesses, developers and investors and utilises the Invest Hounslow business and inward investment brand to promote the opportunities and facilitate relationships. sthounslow.com and the council’s own business support web pages on Hounslow.gov.uk/business will provide Hounslow’s business community with the latest news, insight, guides and support.

Target On-going delivery.

Progress so far To be relaunched in September 2018. Project 1.10 Hounslow Economic Business Forum Building on positive relationships with private sector leaders through the Hounslow Economic Business Forum.

Target The Forum continues and more major businesses from the west of the borough to join the forum.

Progress so far Cisco and IBM from Bedfont Lakes Business Park in the west of the borough have joined the Forum. Project 1.11 Improving procurement accessibility (merged with Project 1.12

Procurement training) Streamlining and simplifying council documentation in order to make opportunities more accessible for smaller businesses. Sharing and signposting information on websites and via e-newsletters. Providing local businesses with further training on procurement working in collaboration with Hounslow and Brentford Chambers of Commerce

Progress so far Projected completed in 2018. Project 1.13 Heathrow Business Summit/Heathrow Supply Chain

Opportunities To work in partnership with Heathrow Airport Limited to promote their supply chain opportunities to local SMEs.

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Target Annual event.

Progress so far Subject to the invitation from Heathrow. Project 1.14 Promoting council procurement opportunities To actively promote the pipeline of opportunities and raise awareness of council procurement procedures amongst Hounslow businesses.

Target On-going delivery.

Progress so far Website improved Project 1.15 Workspace/ Incubator space Review opportunities to enable suitable pre-incubator, incubator and accelerator space to support micro businesses.

Target Feasibility undertaken and funding secured by March 2020

Progress so far West London Alliance Affordable workspace study will be delivered by November 2018. Project 1.16 Hounslow Job Brokerage Service Borough wide job and skills brokerage, establishing a strategic link with current and future skills and recruitment needs.

Progress so far

• As at April 2018: Job Brokerage service has achieved over 224 sustainable jobs outcomes to date.

• 36% of clients registered with the Job Brokerage service have secured employment after receiving support

• Project removed from the list as it is now a core work of Lifelong Learning, Skills and Employment

Project 1.17 ‘Skills Escalator’ The ‘Skills Escalator’ will help people with low incomes get training and support to help them to improve their skills and find higher-paying jobs.

Progress so far

• Project completed in March 2018. Awaiting final funding from European Social Fund /GLA. Lifelong Learning is committed to delivering model, using Adult Education Budget core funding and S106 to finance specific training.

• It is now a core work of Lifelong Learning, Skills and Employment Project 1.18 Retail Sector Academy Providing specialist retail training to residents to provide a pool of skilled and motivated staff to retail employers

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Progress so far Project removed in 2017 due to unforeseen circumstances. Project 1.19 Careers Coach A new service which provides Hounslow residents with information, advice and guidance on employment, skills and training via a state-of-the-art converted truck, fully equipped with computer stations for residents to work on their CV or job application.

Progress so far

• As at April 2018: The Careers Coach has engaged over 2,100 residents to date. Over 300 of these have been referred onto further training and learning, including over 100 clients referred to the council’s Adult Education service. Over 400 clients have attended LBH Work Clubs.

• Project removed from the list as it is now a core work of Lifelong Learning, Skills and Employment

Project 1.20 Hounslow Apprenticeship Scheme Co-ordinated borough wide approach to apprenticeships; to increase take up by local residents; and increase number of local businesses offering apprenticeships. Linking skills gaps with development of apprenticeships.

Target 300 apprenticeships created by 2018. This has been met and new priority as one of the six key pledges for the new Corporate Plan - 400 internal LBH Apprenticeship opportunities and 3,600 external apprenticeship opportunities over the next 4 years. Progress so far

• 2,850 borough-wide apprenticeships were created over the last 4 years. Of which, 254 were internal LBH.

• Project removed from the list as it is now a core work of Lifelong Learning, Skills and Employment

Project 1.21 Golden Mile Digital Media campus Project 3.24 Employment land around town centre Business park development (Chiswick Park model) around Sky to access supplier opportunities.

Progress so far

• Concept is now incorporated in the Great West Corridor Plan

• Project is therefore merged with Project 1.3.

Careers Coach

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Project 1.22 Lot’s Ait: Boat Building Skills Academy and Workspace Assess opportunities to redevelop a derelict building at Johnsons Boatyard for a skills academy and maximise the use of the surroundings Target by March 2020 Planning application approved.

Progress so far Initial feasibility study was completed by students from Worchester Polytechnic Institute. Key options are being developed by landlord in association with the council and tenants. No firm proposals are yet for the ait. Project 1.23 Hounslow Voluntary Sector Support Service The service, which is commissioned by the council, offers support, information and advice on fundraising and organisational development for voluntary and community sector (VCSE) groups operating in the borough.

Target completed by March 2020 Contract is in place until end March 2019.

Progress so far Service delivered as per contract. Contract has been extended for final year to March 2019. Project.1.24 Hounslow Community Grants A wide range of organisations / services / projects are supported each year including those that build skills.

Target Subject to funding agreed on an annual basis and the nature and quality of applications received.

Progress so far In 2017-18, the council allocated £343,000 to 90 projects. Project 1.25 Parks infrastructure development to support SME’s A number of parks masterplans will plan improvements that include better use of infrastructure, generating growth and supporting development of SME’s and social enterprises.

Target by March 2020. Feasibility studies and masterplans completed. Funding bids submitted.

Progress so far Progressing as planned, submitting funding bids for CIL funding to support masterplan implementation.

Lot’s Ait

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Project 1.26 (NEW 17) Business Growth Programme London and Partner’s funded programme supports SME’s to overcome barriers to growth by offering direct account management, mentoring, and corporate engagement support.

Target Launched in May 2017 and the Growth Network Programme is expected to end by 2019.

Progress so far 5 businesses based in Hounslow have been on the Business Growth Programme. Project 1.27 (NEW 17) Mayor’s International Business Programme London and Partner’s funded programme of mentoring, expert advice and real business opportunities for high-growth companies in the life sciences, technology and urban sectors.

Target Programme started in 2016 and expected to run until the end of Dec 2018.

Progress so far 4 businesses based in Hounslow have been on the Mayor’s International Business Programme. Project 1.28 (NEW 18) Skills & Productivity Bid Specific programmes within this proposal are designed to increase productivity, reduce barriers to participation, enable progression, improve attainment levels, and to eliminate constraints in the labour market across two broad areas: Supporting individuals, and supporting businesses.

Target Project to impact 300 individuals and 135 businesses.

Progress so far £3,428,100 bid provisionally allocated to deliver an evidence-based and mandated productivity and skills programme for West London - £470,000 for Hounslow

Objective 2: Improving Connectivity Project 2.1 Feltham Transport Projects (merged with Project 3.22 Feltham

Major Scheme) Renewal of Feltham High Street and mitigation following closure of the level crossing.

Target completed by March 2020. Project completed.

Progress so far Works on the road bridge start in May 2018. High Street works will start in 2019. Project 2.2 The Great West Cycleway and Golden Mile Public Realm

(merged with project 2.4 Golden Mile Public Realm) The existing bi-directional cycle route from Gillette Corner to the Chiswick Roundabout will be enhanced to provide a safe, segregated and continuous east-west route. Golden Mile public realm improvement, including public art to create a sense of place.

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Target completed by March 2020 Subject to TfL business planning processes.

Progress so far This is not currently in TfL’s business plan; however, the council is working with TfL to improve east west crossing facilities at Gillette Corner, Windmill Road and Ealing Road utilising s106 funding. Project 2.3 Pedestrian/Cycling links and networks Greenways/ Quietways – development of a cohesive network of accessible pathways for pedestrians and cyclists linking parks and open spaces across the borough and to neighbouring boroughs.

Target by March 2020 Project completed.

Progress so far Much of the network in the west of the borough has been implemented. Works on scoping improvements to the east of the borough are ongoing.

Project 2.5 Southall Crossrail Link A new shuttle service to use the existing freight line to link Southall Crossrail Station with the Golden Mile at Transport Avenue.

Target completed by March 2020 Project commencement (estimated start date 2020).

Progress so far The scheme is currently at ‘GRIP 3’ level (outline design and final option selection). This has been funded via s106 which has provided £850k. The cost of progressing this to ‘GRIP 4’ (final selection) is a further £1m.

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Project 2.6 Boston Manor Link A new link from the Great West Road across the Canal/M4 to Boston Manor Tube station that will reduce journey times to the Piccadilly line.

Target Outline feasibility completed by March 2019. Project commencement by March 2020.

Progress so far Sky are progressing detailed feasibility on this work. Project 2.7 West London Orbital (Formerly called The Golden Link) The introduction of a new passenger service between Hounslow mainline station and Old Oak Common, and then on to the Midland Mainline, calling at Syon Park and Brentford. A new station may be provided at Lionel Road South, adjacent to the new football stadium.

Target Project commencement (estimated opening date 2026)

Progress so far This is being progressed by TfL and the West London Alliance. It is a proposal in the new Mayor’s Transport Strategy. Project 2.8 Southern access rail link from Feltham to Heathrow Airport

(merged with Project 3.25 Promoting public transport link and Project 3.39 Heathrow new Garden City)

Overground link from London Waterloo to connect Feltham, Bedfont Lakes Business park and Heathrow Airport.

Target Progressed by 2020.

Progress so far The council have submitted this as a proposal to the DfT under their “market led proposal” process and await further information. Project 2.9 (New 18) Investing in Digital Infrastructure "Deliver a major extension of the high-speed fibre network targeting areas affected by persistently slow internet speeds - so called "not-spots"- that are also located in mandated growth and regeneration areas. Specifically, local public buildings including libraries, schools, public and council offices located in such slow-broadband areas would be connected directly to the super-fast fibre network from their local TfL station, which are currently being equipped with high speed fibre nodes by TfL as part of its modernisation plans.

Target completed by March 2020. Physical delivery will commence in Q4 18/19 and be completed within 18 months.

Progress so far 7.7m provisionally allocated for West London. Allocations approved in August 2018. Project Board to be established in Sept 2018.

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Objective 3: Placemaking

A. Town centres a) Hounslow town centre Project 3.1 Hounslow High Street Quarter £180 million, leisure led mixed use town centre development. Multi agency project aims to regenerate the town centre and develop underutilised sites. The development of the LBH site is proposed to be an entertainment leisure and retail complex, with a cinema, bowling alley, retail, restaurants, public space and 528 new residential units including affordable units.

Target by March 2020 The entire project is set to be completed by 2021. The first homes will be completed in 2019, the cinema and commercial units will be delivered in 2020.

Progress so far Development has commenced with below ground works and above ground works expected to commence later this year/early 2019. Project 3.2 Hounslow Town Centre Housing Zone (merged with Project 3.38

Hounslow Town Centre Core Sites) £18.5m from the Mayor of London to boost jobs and business growth, and to accelerate high quality house-building.

Target 3,900 new homes by 2025.

Progress so far Core sites (Lampton Road and School Road) are under construction, indirect units are on target. Lampton Road site will deliver 919 homes, of which 50% will be affordable. First 160 affordable homes will be completed by March 2019. First residents are due to take occupation end of October 2018. School Road site will deliver 284 homes, of which 50% will be affordable. The first phase of 50 homes has been in occupation since August 2018. Project 3.3 Hounslow House Proposals for Bath Road car park to be redeveloped for a new civic centre with the Lampton Road site then given over for enabling housing development (see 3.2 above). It will provide a boost to the regeneration of Hounslow town centre through greater footfall of staff and visitors. The council will combine the library and adult education with the new Civic Centre to create a strong community space.

Hounslow High Street Quarter

Lampton Road Development

Hounslow House (new Civic Centre)

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Target New Civic Centre to be completed by Spring 2019.

Progress so far The new Civic Centre is under construction.

Project 3.4 Hounslow Town Centre Shop front improvements Using New Homes Bonus top slice money to support local businesses in Hounslow with bespoke shop front improvement solutions including repainting, re-glazing, new signage etc. Improves the character and environmental amenity of the town centre.

Target 10 new shopfronts to be completed by mid-2019.

Progress so far Shop owners are engaged and procurement for designer and contractor will soon be carried out. Project 3.5 Bell Square Pavilion The Pavilion will support the outdoor cultural events and performances at Bell Square and complement Hounslow Town Centre’s public realm. In addition to new public seating and changing rooms for performers, the Bell Square Pavilion accommodates a control room to control events lighting and projections, and storage space for technical equipment.

Target The new pavilion will be completed by May 2019.

Progress so far Construction contractor to build the pavilion will be appointed soon. Building work can only commence after the Bell Square performance ends in December 2018. Project 3.6 Cultural provision – Hounslow High Street The provision of Bell Square’s outdoor cultural programme until December 2018

Target Programme delivered by December 2018 and further funding sources identified.

Progress so far 17 free events took place in 2017. 2018 programme is underway. Project 3.7 Hounslow High Street Linkages Using New Homes Bonus top slice money to improve the public realm, signage, street furniture and paving along the main public transport links to the town centre – from Hounslow Central Underground and Hounslow Mainline stations.

Progress so far The whole project was completed in 2018.

Bilbobasso Amor performed on 6 May 2017 at Bell Square

Bell Square Pavilion

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Legible London sign installed outside Hounslow Centre Station

Project 3.8 Legible London Nine Legible London signs will be installed in Hounslow Town Centre. One will be installed outside Hounslow Train Station to help signpost the way to the Town Centre

Progress so far The whole project was completed in 2017. Project 3.9 Hounslow Market Ensuring the market place achieves its full capacity and is a successful vibrant market. Tender for market operator for delivery post April 2019.

Target Work with current market operator to ensure success until April 2019.

Progress so far Regular meetings with Tudor Market to monitor the operation. Project 3.9A (NEW 2017) Hounslow Town Centre Eastern Gateway To improve the public realm around the eastern gateway of Hounslow town centre to help regenerate the area.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility study completed and funding identified

Progress so far No progress. b) Chiswick town centre Project 3.10 Chiswick Shop Front Improvements Assess feasibility for and seek funding to enable revitalisation of parades in various locations

Target by March 2020 Potential locations and funding identified.

Progress so far No progress. Project 3.11 Chiswick Market (between Devonshire Road and Linden Gardens) Facilitate town centre stakeholders to host a monthly/ weekly street market.

Target Market in operation by March 2020 Progress so far

Progress so far Investigation underway with potential market operator.

Hounslow Market

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Project 3.12 Affordable Workspace Enable affordable workspace in the town centre and surrounding areas.

Target by March 2020 Planning interventions (where required); feasibility study; funding sources Identified.

Progress so far No progress Project 3.12A (NEW 17) Turnham Green Market To facilitate town centre stakeholders to host a street market.

Target by March 2020 Trial events carried out

Progress so far Investigation commenced

c) Brentford town centre Project 3.13 Brentford Animation Programme Enable partners to deliver outdoor events in the newly regenerated Market Place and Brentford Lock and Piazza to support footfall and visitor engagement with the town centre.

Target On-going delivery.

Progress so far No progress. Project 3.14 Brentford Lock Piazza Creating performance ready location with upgraded electrics and lighting.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility investigated and funding identified.

Progress so far Solutions are being examined. Project 3.15 Brentford Lock Signage Create of destination signage for Piazza at Brentford Lock

Progress so far Project completed in 2017. Project 3.16 Brentford “Meanwhile” Space/Pop up Shops Exploring options for and facilitating meanwhile space to keep the frontages active whilst awaiting development on the Brentford Waterside site.

Target by March 2020 Plans agreed and implemented

Progress so far Meeting to be set up with Ballymore to discuss opportunities.

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Brentford Waterside scheme

Feltham Masterplan – Illustrative Masterplan

Project 3.17 Retail Strategy Development of a Town Centre Retail Strategy by Ballymore (the development partner for the Brentford Waterside site) which will market Brentford as a destination and encourage a mix of new retail and leisure units into the town centre.

Target Strategy agreed by March 2019.

Progress so far Meeting to be set up with Ballymore to discuss progress. Project 3.18 Brentford Shopfront Improvements Revitalise parades in various locations including Albany Parade, Stile Hall Parade, etc.

Target by March 2020 Funding secured for more sites.

Progress so far No progress. Project 3.19 Watermans Park Marina The £5.45m new marina in Brentford will host 26 berths along the River Thames in Brentford by Watermans Park. The plans are also part of the council’s commitment to regulate this stretch of the river, to control emissions and ensure health and safety compliance.

Target by March 2020 Project completed and sustained.

Progress so far The remaining houseboat owners, who lost the appeal, left in August 2018. The site is ready to be redeveloped.

d) Feltham town centre Project 3.20 Delivery programme for

Feltham Masterplan and the West of Borough Plan

Identify sources of funding to deliver programmes of regeneration identified within the Feltham Masterplan and the West of Borough Plan.

Target by March 2020 Programmes identified; Viability undertaken; Funding sources and delivery partners identified

Progress so far Masterplan updated in 2017.

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Project 3.21 Feltham Implementation Plan Identify further feasibility requirements and identify funding sources for regeneration projects and delivery plan arising from the Feltham Implementation Plan (a public realm improvement plan).

Target by March 2020 Funding secured for some projects and some permanent projects delivered

Progress so far Study completed in 2017. Funding yet to be secured to deliver individual projects. Working with Rivers Academy and The Centre to conduct baseline visitors' satisfaction survey. S106 funding has been secured for some projects.

Project 3.22 Feltham Major Scheme Enable and facilitate delivery of programmes of regeneration including High Street works and improvements to bridges.

Progress so far Project is merged with project 2.1 Feltham Transport Projects.

Project 3.23 Town centre’s environmental assets Identify opportunities to maximise and improve links to the town centre’s environmental assets such as the Longford River and Feltham Green.

Target by March 2020 Improvements identified and some funding secured.

Progress so far Part of Feltham Parks Masterplan. Funding application for redevelopment of Feltham Green submitted.

Project 3.24 Employment land around town centre Utilising the findings of the employment land review and actively seeking the protection of industrial land and suitable office space.

Target The project is merged with Project 1.2 West of Borough Plan. Project 3.25 Promoting public transport link The council will continue to actively promote improved public transport links in the area, including links to Heathrow Airport.

Progress so far The project is merged with Project 2.8 Southern access rail link from Feltham to Heathrow Airport

e) Other town centres Project 3.26 Isleworth Market Marketing and refurbishment of market square – stalls, paving and pop up power to develop a regular market.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility undertaken.

Progress so far No progress.

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Project 3.27 Isleworth Station & surrounds (merged with Projects 3.28 and 3.29 below)

Isleworth station was earmarked as the first pilot area to be resourced through the South West Trains’ London Community Rail Partnership. Projects are being reviewed and could include improved bus links to station, improved walking and cycling routes, art and education projects, refurbishment of the station building and step free access from street to platform etc.

Target by March 2020 Funding secured; Some projects underway by 2020.

Progress so far This continues to be reviewed with c£300k of s106 now allocated. This may be used as match funding for a bid under the Department for Transport’s ‘access for all programme’ which would provide step free access at this station. Project 3.28 Public Realm improvements in front of Isleworth Station Public realm improvements funded through S106 funding, resurfacing of pavement and planting, alleyway improvements and installation of Legible London signs.

Progress so far This project is merged with Project 3.27 Isleworth Station & surrounds Project 3.29 Isleworth Station House Refurbishment and Public Realm Facilitating the exploration of viability and opportunities to bring empty property back into use.

Progress so far This project is merged with Project 3.27 Isleworth Station & surrounds. Project 3.30 Isleworth Film Heritage Festival Enable town centre stakeholders to develop and deliver a pilot and then potentially annual film festival based on Isleworth film heritage and develop a community and youth programme.

Target by March 2020 Viability assessed (subject to funding).

Progress so far No progress. Project 3.31 Hounslow West public realm Public realm improvements to paving, street furniture, signage and planting to be identified for Hounslow West Neighbourhood Centre.

Target by March 2020 Funding secured for some of the elements and some projects implemented by 2020.

Progress so far This scheme is currently being implemented, although funding to complete the renewal across the whole of the district centre is not currently secured.

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B. Context and character of the borough’s places Project 3.32 Enhancing Local Heritage Identify opportunities to enhance local heritage across the borough.

Target No current targets (will be set at service plan level).

Progress so far New marketing 2017 with Historic England. Project 3.33 Gunnersbury Park and Museum Gunnersbury park and museum are jointly owned and managed by Hounslow and Ealing Councils. Both councils have agreed to progress a masterplan with a total cost estimate of £48million in three phases within the guidance of a conservation management plan. Phase 1 has been enabled through funding awarded by the Parks for People programme of the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to focus on the key elements of the heritage landscape and through their Heritage Grant programme to focus on refurbishing the Museum within the Large Mansion. Phase 2 will address buildings not included in Phase 1 and Phase 3 will address the sports facilities at Gunnersbury and the wider landscape beyond the heritage core.

Target by March 2020 Phases 1 and 3 of Project completed

Progress so far Phase 1 completed – Phase 3 (sports hub) has been brought forward and has started ahead of Phase 2 to take advantage of funding available. Project 3.34 Boston Manor House and Park To conserve and repair the house: its historic features and the park fabric in order to increase accessibility of the house and the parks facilities thus increasing the use of underused areas. Ensuring a viable new use is found for the house as well as being accessible to the public, ensuring it is also able to generate a level of income that will sustain the property for the future.

Target by March 2020 Project in delivery phase and due to complete 2021 for House and 2022 for Park.

Progress so far HG funding of delivery stage granted for House; Parks for People funding granted to development stage for Park (Round 2 bid in summer 2019). Project 3.35 Hogarth’s House The project will refurbish and re-present the 17th Century walled garden creating a more appropriate setting for the House with new planting. Development of a fully accessible, multi-purpose room for learning activities and events to be positioned south of the House.

Large Mansion, Gunnersbury Park

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Target by March 2020 Project complete Summer 2019.

Progress so far In delivery phase; on schedule.

C. Sustainable mixed communities Project 3.36 Brentford Albany Development Regeneration and development of river side area in east Brentford for residential development.

Target by March 2020 Construction commenced.

Progress so far The 13-storey former Brentford Police Station was bought by developer London Green, which has also acquired the old Max Factor building next door to Watermans site owned by the council. The joint venture (between the council and London Green) plan is to relocate Watermans Arts Centre to the former police station site. On 8 February 2018, subject to completion of a S106, Planning Committee resolved to approve the application for 193 new dwellings for the Watermans and the Max Factor site as well as the application for the demolition of the former Police Station to provide a new arts centre and 105 new dwellings. Project 3.37 Brentford Waterside: Brentford Land South of High Street The £500m mixed use scheme proposed by Ballymore Group will include up to 876 new homes, as well as new community and leisure facilities, retail space including a new supermarket and, employment and business space. There are also plans for water sports facilities, a new museum celebrating Brentford’s riverside heritage

Target by March 2020 Construction commenced

Progress so far The Compulsory Purchase Inquiry took place in October 2017, and the Secretary of State confirmed the Order on 16 February 2018 when a ground-breaking took place. Project 3.38 Hounslow Town Centre Housing Zone Core Sites To create at least 919 new homes on the Civic Centre site; To redevelop the Hounslow Town School site for a 5-form entry new school and at least 250 new homes.

Progress so far The project is merged with Project 3.2 Hounslow Town Centre Housing Zone

former Brentford Police Station – new home for Watermans arts centre

Brentford Albany Development

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Project 3.39 Heathrow new Garden City Part of the evidence base for the West of Borough Plan - testing options for new Southern Rail Access to Heathrow, new station and associated development potential

Progress so far The project is merged with Project 2.8 Southern access rail link from Feltham to Heathrow Airport). Project 3.40 Feltham Housing Zone To accelerate and unlock further housing growth and affordable housing in Feltham; to boost jobs and business growth.

Target by March 2020 Some core sites commenced.

Progress so far Developments on core sites such as New Road Car Park are progressing. Project 3.41 Fountains Leisure Centre Regeneration of the site for mixed use development – housing and leisure that the housing element could help fund the new leisure centre.

Target by March 2020 Funding secured for the redevelopment.

Progress so far An option review is underway for the potential massing and heights on site. Project 3.42 Creative People and Places An Arts Council funded project which looks to increase local people’s involvement in the ‘traditional’ arts (dance, music, theatre, art, etc.). It includes the formation of a community choir, dance bus, etc.

Target Engage 45% of Hounslow residents in the arts by 2017.

Progress so far Developing a business plan for 2018 – 2021 – this will support a further funding bid. Project 3.43 Heston Big Local £1m over 3 years to engage local people in the wider community; highest levels of deprivation etc.

Target by March 2020 Sustained community involvement in Heston West.

Progress so far Developing sustainability plans and other funding opportunities. Project 3.44 Community College Employment and skills courses for local people to access for low cost/free, enabling them to learn how to run a community event, take ownership of their local community spaces, learn ICT skills, how to write funding applications etc.

New Road Car Park site, Feltham

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Target by March 2020 Increase in residents engaged in adult learning.

Progress so far Community Engagement Team works closely with Adult Education and Skills and Employment to link Hounslow tenants into the courses available. Group development and fundraising support is provided by the Hounslow Voluntary Sector Support Service. Project 3.45 Community Impact Fund Grants of up to £1,000 to support local community projects benefitting Hounslow Housing tenants and leaseholders.

Target by March 2020 Increased resident engagement, civic pride and cohesion. Number of grants allocated will be dependent on annual budgets.

Progress so far Grant was launched successfully in 2017/18 with £20k funding and has continued into 2018/19 with a further £20k.

D. Community infrastructure Project 3.46 Hounslow Local Infrastructure Fund Annual consultation and engagement process on spending of the neighbourhood fund element of CIL.

Target Annual cycle commencing 2016

Progress so far Public consultation on 15% Community Funds in July- Sept 2018; Assessment of projects for funding in September – November 2018; Decision via SMD (Single Member Decision) or Cabinet will be made January 2019. Project 3.47 Primary School Expansion Programme Additional primary form-of-entry (FE) are needed in the next 5 years particularly in the Brentford and central Hounslow areas which will continue to experience significant increases in housing. Target by March 2020 5 primary schools + junior section of a primary school expanded. Additional FE meets the projected need for the next 5 years.

Progress so far Four schemes completed and Hounslow Heaths Junior School is under construction. Project 3.48 New Primary School Building programme Additional primary form-of-entry (FE) are needed in the next 5 years particularly in the Brentford and central Hounslow areas which will continue to experience significant increases in housing.

Target by March 2020 2 new primary schools to be built and one school to be rebuilt. Additional FE meets the projected need for next 5 years.

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Progress so far Edison and Hounslow Town Primary Schools have taken up occupation of their newly built permanent accommodation in September 2018. Project 3.49 Secondary School Expansion Programme Expansion of existing secondary schools on-site to provide up to 23 FE.

Target by March 2020 Additional FE meets the need.

Progress so far New blocks completed for Chiswick and Isleworth & Syon School expansions. Project 3.50 New Secondary School Building Programme New secondary schools delivered on sites identified as appropriate for new school places, to provide up to 20 FE.

Target by March 2020 At least 4 potential sites to be identified/ secured.

Progress so far 3 sites secured. Nishkam scheme completed, Green School for Boys under construction. Bolder planning approval with construction expected to commence in Autumn term 2018. Site under negotiation with MOD for REACH 2. Project 3.51 School places for children with special educational needs (SEN) To create 275 new school places: The existing Marjory Kinnon School will be demolished, with teaching moved to a new purpose built primary and secondary SEN school on the site; The Oaklands School site in Bridge Road, Isleworth, to be converted to a new SEN primary school, and a new secondary, post-16 and young adult education facility would need to be built nearby.

Target by March 2020 Additional places available at Marjory Kinnon School from September 2018, and Oaklands School from September 2018.

Progress so far Construction completed for Marjory Kinnon and Oaklands at Gresham Road for occupation in September 2018. Construction of Oaklands Primary school scheme to commence September 2018.

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Project 3.52 Outdoor Gyms To install outdoor gyms in 12 sites across the borough providing free, accessible opportunities to be active.

Progress so far Project completed in 2017 with all outdoor gyms installed and activity programme delivered in Hanworth Park, Beaversfield Park, Redlees Park, Thornbury Playing Fields, Osterley Sports and Athletics Centre, Feltham Park, Carville Hall North and Southville Park, Avenue Park, Crane Park, Boston Manor and Heston Park. In total, 12 gyms have been installed and volunteers recruited.

Project 3.53 Active Spaces (outdoor play and fitness) To refurbish and replace play areas in parts of the borough that need it most, creating animated spaces for children to play. To be delivered in phases.

Target Play area programme to be complete by 2018.

Progress so far Completion of first 2 phases in early 2018, final sites to complete will be late 2018. Further funding secured for tennis court improvement and additional play sites from CIL applications, delivery in 2019.

Project 3.54 Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub A £9million sports hub to be created at Gunnersbury Park to include a sports hall, changing rooms, café, floodlit tennis courts and artificial grass pitches and multiple grass pitches.

Target To be complete by January 2019.

Progress so far Leisure operator contract awarded moving towards opening of Sports Centre early 2019. Tennis courts works completed and opened Sept 2018.

Objective 4: Enhancing the environment

A. State of the natural environment Project 4.1 Feltham Arena As part of the wider West of Borough Plan to revitalise former sports as a relevant sports hub contributes to the local community connectivity the open space.

Target by March 2020 Some improvements delivered.

Progress so far Draft proposals developed as part of the Feltham Parks Masterplan.

Outdoor gym in Beaversfield Park

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Project 4.2 Feltham Parks (merged with project 4.4` Glebelands and Blenheim Park work around the Longford River)

To improve, conserve, manage and maintain Feltham Parks as well as increasing access to and within the parks and facilitate more opportunities for sport and physical activity.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility and phased improvement funding secured.

Progress so far Completion of consultation design - moving into stage 3 tender and build for phase 1 works. Project 4.3 Dukes Meadow To improve access to the range of sports offer and improve infrastructure on site.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility study Funding secured.

Progress so far Masterplan Completed. Planning application successful. Funding strategy developing. Project 4.5 Hanworth Air Park To improve usage of park through developing a holistic regeneration plan for the whole site to take consideration of its significant sports, heritage and improving habitats.

Target by March 2020 Feasibility study completed and funding secured

Progress so far Principles included in the updated Feltham Masterplan. Project 4.6 Bedfont Lake Development Plan Improve the green infrastructure at Bedfont Lake to create a hub for nature conservation in the west of the borough and development of recreational facilities.

Target by March 2020 Masterplan completed. Funding bids completed.

Progress so far Progressing as planned. Project 4.7 Gunnersbury Triangle Support the development of a hub for nature conservation in the east of the borough with the development of a visitor and education centre led by the London Wildlife Trust.

Target by March 2020 Masterplan completed. Funding bids completed.

Progress so far Progressing as planned.

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Project 4.7A (New 17) Lower River Crane Restoration Landscape Vision: Cole Park Island

To produce a landscape vision document that will aim to restore the Lower River Crane.

Target by March 2020 Project expected to be completed in 2020.

Progress so far A Landscape Vision for the Lower River Crane has been produced by the Lower River Crane Restoration Steering Group. The council has supported the project and the schemes within it in principle. Atkins have been commissioned to undertake a feasibility study which is due to be completed in March 2019. Modelling work of the Lower River Crane has also commenced and is led by the Environment Agency. Schemes proposed to deliver the work are being discussed and refined so external funding can be sought to deliver the vision. B. Ensuring environmental quality Project 4.8 Maximise potential for renewable energy The RE: FIT Schools (London) Programme is a collaborative energy efficiency improvement framework co-owned by Local Partnerships and the Greater London Authority. The programme is targeting at least 200 of London’s schools to enable significant financial investment to cut carbon emissions in London by 60 per cent by 2025. Hounslow Council are first to initiate the schools programme in London by targeting at least 70 of our schools. This retrofit programme involves using new technology on old existing buildings to make them more energy efficient and reduce operational costs and improve the environment for pupils and staff.

Target by March 2020 25 schools should be able to utilise renewable Energy, thereby reducing their Carbon footprint.

Progress so far In the last 18 months, 42 Hounslow schools (including community, faith and academies) made use of the High Level Appraisal survey offered via the RE:FIT programme to identify possible energy savings to their schools. Following this survey, 10 schools have taken up this programme to install energy saving measures (eg.LED lighting). By the end of this year, we estimate about 15-20 schools in the borough would have benefitted from the RE:FIT Schools programme. Project 4.9 Improve energy efficiency of housing stock Ensure energy efficiency improvements are considered as part of the Asset Management Strategy.

Target by March 2020 Works programmed

Progress so far The council seeks to ensure all HRA (Housing Revenue Account) properties are safe, warm and energy efficient. Hounslow Housing has continued to carry out works to improve the energy efficiency of its stock – including required structural repairs; insulation measures; boiler replacements; etc. Domestic boilers replacements (to high

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efficiency boilers) across social housing: 17/18 saw 551 boiler replacements and 18/19 should see 630 boiler replacements. A budget of £6.5m has been identified for the three financial years of 18/19, 19/20, 20/21 to deliver domestic boiler replacements. District and communal heating network upgrades across social housing: The council has 60 sites connected to around 4,500 domestic units. The Ivybridge Estate and various bison-built estates had their district heating plant upgraded in 17/18 and in the first half of 18/19. A budget of circa £5.5m has been identified for the three financial years of 18/19, 19/20, 20/21 to improve these networks. The council is currently out to tender for the delivery of a large external wall insulation project (circa £5m) on two large estates (circa 250 properties) in Isleworth. A detailed analysis of the council’s own housing stock being undertaken (in partnership with the GLA RE:NEW Support Team) to understand how energy efficiency improvements can be most cost effectively integrated into asset management plans.

Project 4.10 Utilise RE: FIT Energy Efficiency Programme - Buildings RE:FIT is a public sector initiative that provide a framework for the purpose of retrofitting existing buildings with energy efficiency measures. These measures improve the energy performance of buildings, thereby reducing carbon emissions and achieving substantial, guaranteed annual costs savings. The RE:FIT savings guarantee creates a strong basis for a ‘spend to save’ project with the savings stream being utilised to repay the initial project investment, helping to overcome financial barriers. The project aims to Identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and upgrade Corporate Property and Leisure portfolios.

Target by March 2020 Finalise the list of properties that will be considered under this program and firm up the funding. Identify the Energy Service Company (ESCo) through the procurement process.

Progress so far The council’s Energy Team has drawn a list of corporate properties which may qualify for Salix funding and ensure the council retains ownership of the properties in long term. The team is also in discussion with Salix to understand the Terms and conditions of funding. Project 4.11 Compliance with Minimum Energy Performance Standards

(MEPS) regulations As a part of this project we aim to improve the energy efficiency of buildings in the private rented sector. EPC/DEC (Energy Performance Certificates/ Display Energy Certificates) assessors will be surveying the properties listed on the schedule and issuing the properties with EPC certificates. Properties with EPC rating less than E , will be upgraded with energy efficiency measures to ensure that rating is E and above. Properties that qualify for DEC will be issued with DEC Certificates. DECs are designed to show the energy performance of public buildings.

Target by March 2020 Procure feasibility and develop Phase programme Procure EPC Certificates for Properties where Lease end date is on or before 2020.Procure DEC for Properties which qualify for DECs.

Progress so far ARP ENERGY SERVICES LTD and BIERCESURVEYING LTD have been awarded the project based on the tendering process. The council is in the process of signing off

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the contract. List of Corporate properties that qualify for EPC has been prepared and will be shared once the contract is signed off. The Energy Team will be project managing the delivery of the EPCS and DECs. Project 4.12 Aircraft noise mitigation measures in schools Individual noise surveys/assessment to be carried out, as and when required, in schools in the borough as and when funding and resource becomes available. The assessment should recommend noise insulation and ventilation measures for schools affected by aircraft noise from landings and take offs at Heathrow Airport. Implement recommendations as and when funding and resource becomes available and is allocated.

Progress so far Project Completed in 2017. Project 4.13 Green Travel measures to West London Businesses and

Heathrow, funded by Mayor's Air Quality Fund (MAQF) This joint initiative with Hillingdon is expected to lead to increased usage of cycles that will result in a number of displaced car journeys, increase the usage of electric vehicles etc.

Progress so far Project completed in 2016. Project 4.14 Traffic signal system - Split cycle offset optimisation technique

systems (SCOOT) Implementation of 9 SCOOTs at Chiswick High Road to reduce traffic queue length and therefore reduction in journey times. Initial and intermediate phases completed.

Progress so far Project completed in 2016, with post implementation survey results indicating 13% reduction in traffic queue lengths at Chiswick High Road (at some junctions). Project 4.15 (New 17) Install fine particulate (PM2.5) Analysers at Brentford and

Chiswick Monitoring stations The council decided to install this monitoring equipment, in order to comply with LA's LAQM obligations, and establish a measured baseline and assess any relevant exposure or its impact.

Progress so far Project completed in 2017. Project 4.16 (New 18) Installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure The council is working with Ubitricity, Source London and TfL to continue installation of residential lamp-column, designated bay and rapid charge infrastructure for electric vehicles.

Target by March 2020 Ongoing. No specific targets.

Progress so far Lamp-column – 50; Source bays – 20 (additional 13 in consultation); TfL rapid - 10 (Numbers are approximate).