Plans for a 16-storey block as part of a development including 151 new homes on the riverfront in Greenhithe have been earmarked for approval.

The application, submitted by Crest Nicholson, is for 16 one-bed apartments and 115 two-bed apartments in the high-rise block as well as six separate three-bed houses and 14 four-bed houses.

The plans for The Pier at Ingress Park also include commercial space.

A previous application was rejected by councillors in May because the scheme did not have a "continuous riverside path" next to the Thames and the plans "undermined the design quality of the park".

There were also concerns over increased parking pressure.

New plans are now recommended to get the green light from councillors when they are presented next Thursday.

More than 450 residents signed a petition against the development in May claiming it would bring overcrowding to an already stretched infrastructure in Greenhithe.

One representation made to the council said: "The existing infrastructure is already struggling to cope with traffic volumes and inadequate parking on the estate. The added volume will worsen the situation already at breaking point."

A spokesman for Crest Nicholson told News Shopper: "We were naturally disappointed by the vote to refuse our initial application in May against the advice from officers at Dartford Council and all statutory consultees.

"The project team has listened to members’ concerns and has amended our plans to address these.

“We hope that the new plans will result in a positive decision, so that the significant benefits of this final phase of Ingress Park, including new homes and restaurant/café, can be delivered for the local area.”

In the revised application, developers have included plans for a continuous riverside walkway, bigger gaps between terraced houses and additional off-site parking.

Plans for a boat trailer park, a training centre and shops are also included in the application.

The application reads: "The Pier proposals have been revised to address the three reasons for refusal. These proposals are considered to be wholly in compliance with the Development Plan, allowing Crest Nicholson to discharge their outstanding planning obligations, and ensuring their vision for Ingress Park is fulfilled for the benefit of the wider community."