Plans have been tabled for new homes on a patch of land blighted by fly-tipping.
A public consultation has launched on proposals for 37 new homes behind 121-255 Pinner Road and next to the Metropolitan line.
The site is not currently accessible to the public as it is covered with overgrown greenery including Japanese knotweed.
The proposed ‘The Sidings’ development is intended to replace the neglected railway land as well as protecting wildlife in the area.
Developer MML Investments bought the land in 2017, but plans for housing submitted in 2021 were withdrawn the following year after objections stressing badger protection measures.
According to MML, the new proposal has been focused around a “protected badger zone” and a reduction in the number of blocks.
The applicants say they have listened to concerns of local residents and received guidance from Natural England to ensure the scheme addresses previous problems.
Residents are being encouraged to voice their opinions in two in-person consultation events on January 18 or January 21 at Harrow St Mary’s Football Club, Roxborough Road.
An online event is scheduled for January 23 between 6pm and 7pm and an online survey will launch on January 18.
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MML consultant David Gregory said about the proposals: “From day one of ownership, we have ensured that all surveys were carried out, outside of the nesting season, to minimise disturbance on site.
“At great expense we have acted responsibly to treat the eradication of the Japanese knotweed on site, whilst employing the best consultants to manage the challenging conditions.
“We appreciate that development may not be a popular option for some, but with ash dieback affecting many of the ash trees on site and other trees recorded in a poor condition, this site needs careful management and enhancement.”
He added: "TfL has been supportive of the development of this site, which has suffered from historical dumping and damage to trackside equipment. The new scheme will be gated to prevent access, and a landscape and ecology management plan put in place to ensure that the site is properly maintained.”
For more information on the consultation, visit: www.thesidingsharrow.co.uk
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