The Blackheath Society has called for new Kidbrooke Village plans - including a controversial high-rise block - to be rejected by councillors.

A planning board will meet on March 4 to consider three new phases of the £1bn scheme - all recommended by officers for approval.

As part of a revised masterplan, Berkeley Homes had planned a 31-storey block on the site of the old Ferrier Estate, but reduced it to 25-storeys after criticism by people including MP Clive Efford and meetings with Greenwich Council.

Now the proposed block has been further reduced to 21 floors and Berkeley plans an extra 175 affordable homes on the whole development - bringing the total to 1,700 out of 4,800.

But the society is still unhappy, saying the amount of homes is too dense and the tower's height reduction "does little to alter the number of additional new homes being provided by the developer".

In their objection, they write: "The combined bulk and massing of buildings of the heights proposed will have an adverse visual impact not only on the immediate area but also as seen from the fringes of the Kidbrooke Masterplan Area."

Divisional Managing Director at Berkeley HomesKarl Whiteman  said: “The revised proposals will deliver further benefits for the local community and are part of a wider investment in the future of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, providing thousands of new jobs, improved transport infrastructure and a range of affordable housing options. 

“In revamping these proposals, we listened carefully to all feedback to better meet local aspirations and ensure the landmark building retains a sense of elegance and proportion. This application is fundamental to the future success of Kidbrooke Village and we look forward to continuing to work with local stakeholders and the community for years to come.”