PlotbeaconRedbridge London Borough Council • 2234/26
Lake Forest House set for industrial change
Lake Forest House, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HJ
A fire-damaged building would gain extra floors and industrial space in Ilford.
Neighbours may see more traffic, parking activity, deliveries, and building work around Lake Forest House.
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How to comment
Tell the council what you think. Quote reference 2234/26.
- Status
- Consultation open · 18 days left
- Type
- full
- Received
- 24 Aug 2026
- Consultation ends
- 28 Sep 2026
Summary
The plan would repair Lake Forest House on Forest Road after fire damage. It would add a first floor and roof extension. The building would become two business units for industry and storage.
The work would add parking, electric charging spaces, cycle parking, bins, and delivery areas. Changes to windows and access are also included. Neighbours may notice more vehicle movements and building noise.
The council will decide after the comment period. The supplied details do not say that the work has already happened or been approved.
About this summary
What the council wrote is the official record. This summary was made automatically by Plotbeacon from the council's notice.
What the council wrote
Refurbishment of fire damaged building, including a first floor and roof extension and subdivision into two units. Alterations to fenestration. Change of use from a Gymnasium (E(d)) to flexible use comprising General Industrial (B2), Light Industrial (E(g)(iii)) and Storage and Distribution (B8) with associated car parking, EV charging bays, cycle parking, bin and recycling storage, servicing bays and access arrangements. (Summary).