The proposed plans for the Camden Film Quarter

A DEVELOPER hoping to build a raft of new housing in Kentish Town has lodged an objection to the “Camden Film Quarter” development ­– warning that the two neighbouring projects clash.

Joseph Homes own a significant slab of the Regis Road site, next to land where the film studio complex will be constructed, if planning permission is secured.

There is a possibility that both schemes could be in the building process at the same time.

Joseph Homes hope to build a mix of affordable and private housing, student accommodation, new workspaces and public squares on the current home of a Royal Mail depot and a catering firm.

It said that while the company supports the “principle” of Yoo Capital’s movieland project, the company has told Camden Council that the plans would “prejudice the ambitions for the comprehensive regeneration of Regis Road” and were in conflict with the area’s masterplan.

This includes blocks of 24-storeys, which Joseph Homes’ architects say will impact sunlight on their scheme, rendering some rooms “poorly lit and below standard” for daylight.

It has also raised issues over noise, stating that film studios, cinema and recycling centre could impact on the homes they hope to build.

“The current proposals will seriously undermine the ability to deliver the ambitions set out within the Regis Road Area Guidance,” the message to the council said.

A Yoo Capital spokesman said: “After four years of collaboration with neighbouring landowners and 15 consultation events, we are confident that the Camden Film Quarter proposals are robust, deliverable and balanced in addressing the many important strategic, community and technical considerations for Kentish Town, Camden and our local community.

“The planning application we have submitted meets the highest standards and, if approved, would enable us to move forward with construction in a way that is respectful of neighbouring sites.

“We remain committed to working constructively with neighbouring landowners, the local community and Camden Council to ensure the regeneration delivers lasting benefits, including 50 per cent affordable housing, new community facilities and public space, access to exceptional training through the London Screen Academy and the National Film & Television School, and a wide range of skilled jobs in the growing screen industries: from production and post-production to hair and make-up, set construction, carpentry and other industries already rooted in Camden.”