At a glance
• Over 5,000 people have signed a petition in just five days against Berkeley’s plan to build around 2,000 homes on green belt land in Bromley
• Berkeley says its Ravensbourne Place project would deliver 50% affordable housing, new parks, orchards, and better walking and cycling links, arguing the land qualifies for development under the government’s new “grey belt” policy
• Residents fear the loss of green space, harm to wildlife and grazing horses, and added pressure on schools and roads, calling the plan an irreversible threat to Bromley’s environment and community character
