Thomas Lane Yard view 2 of the central yard

The Council is helping to deliver growth for Lewisham, by seeking a highly experienced Strategic Partner, to jointly lead the delivery of a residential-led development programme valued at up to £1.85 billion.

To ensure the successful and timely delivery of major schemes across the borough, the Council is seeking a partner, with a proven track record, to work collaboratively to unlock the housing potential of Council-owned land and support estate regeneration opportunities where viable.

The Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) will initially span 10 years, until 2036, with the option to extend for a further five years. The partnership will be central to our Building for Lewisham programme, supporting not only the delivery of approved affordable housing schemes but also the development of pipeline sites and associated business plans.

The initial focus will be on two key major schemes: Catford’s Thomas’ Lane Yard (planning approved in April 2025) and the Achilles Street estate regeneration in New Cross (planning submitted in August 2025).

The detailed tendering process opened in late August, and bids for initial shortlisting will close at 12pm on Monday 22 September 2025. Find out more and apply to become the Council’s Strategic Partner.

To confirm the appointment of the successful tenderer, the selected partner will be presented to the Mayor and Cabinet for approval in mid-2026.

Councillor James-J Walsh, Lewisham Council’s Cabinet Member for Inclusive Regeneration and Planning said:

“Lewisham Council is leading one of the most ambitious council-led regeneration programmes in London, with nearly £2 billion being invested to build new homes and strengthen local neighbourhoods. Lewisham Council is stepping up and playing our part in the national mission of growth, contributing to the 1.5 million homes that the government has pledged to deliver.

“Homelessness and housing insecurity affect too many hard-working families in our society, and the private market alone has clearly failed to meet the needs of local people. My responsibility is to make sure Lewisham residents can rely on the basic right to a safe, affordable and decent home, by building the homes Lewisham needs. That is why we are committed to working with the right Strategic Partner to accelerate affordable housebuilding, put fairness at the heart of regeneration and make sure this investment brings lasting benefits for families and communities across Lewisham.”