Green shoots of a Crouch End recovery?
As our January review of the local economy was a tad grim, we thought a peek at some soon-to-open newcomers might offer a ray of post-vaccine sunshine. Brave stuff to open in a pandemic, but then we’ve also seen the
Continue ReadingTown Hall Square design (a recap)
Here’s an issue that often comes up: the new square. It’s clearly an important matter for the community – and, we think, one for the local economy too. The hoardings are due to come down this summer. We thought a quick
Continue ReadingCrouch End click and collect – town centre retail survey December 2020
Challenging and strange times, and uncertain and worrying prospects for local businesses. As a result our annual look at the condition of the high street somewhat fails to capture the reality of the moment – with fewer changes than usual
Continue ReadingA planning permission dilemma
Context Crouch End High Street has seen both increased turnover of tenants and lower occupancy rates recently, in common with much of the rest of the country. Our retail survey documents the comings and goings. Beam stands out in this as
Continue ReadingHigh street use classes – all change from September 1st
People may have noticed there’s revolution in the air in the world of planning. Permitted Development rights are extended, permission in principle is the government’s preference, and the entire system of planning applications and development management looks to see the
Continue ReadingHaringey act against office to residential conversions
CENF have submitted a letter of support for Haringey’s move to apply an ‘Article 4 Direction’, covering Crouch End town centre, designed to restrict permitted development rights which currently allow for the change of use from offices to residential without
Continue ReadingHaringey – Wake up and smell the café
Are you ready for summer? All roads lead to Haringey, part 3. The remit for Neighbourhood Forums calls for the representation not only of the interests of residents, but local businesses too, and we’re facing a difficult moment for a
Continue ReadingBicycling in healthy Hornsey
Designs for cycle routes seem to be appearing daily. TfL has identified its desires, and transport and cycling campaigners are in the slipstream. We wheeled out an overview on the impact for Crouch End previously, and engaged with some proposals
Continue ReadingAll roads lead to Haringey, part 2
Fasten the safety belts For Haringey announcement and update, June 2nd, see below. We posted a couple of weeks ago about Haringey’s role in re-starting the local economy and taking steps to improve travel and the pressure is building. Above
Continue ReadingA light bulb moment in Xanadu – and a way up the hill [email protected] @luke_harrison @HaringeyLiving @CETraders @CllrKirsten
Summary This post examines the merits of changes proposed by Crouch End’s councillors to filter some roads, and to create cycle lanes on Crouch End Hill. Broadly, I support these proposals. This is not the formal position of the Forum
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