Benedetti Architects has won planning for its biggest residential scheme yet, in Dagenham, east London.

The mixed-use Church Elm Lane scheme, which will contain 75 flats in a three-cored block rising from five to nine storeys, was approved by Barking and Dagenham council. Just over a third of the flats will be “affordable” – split 50:50 between intermediate social rent, with 65% for private sale.

It will also contain three ground-floor commercial units and public realm improvements including a playground.

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