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London eases bike parking rules to boost affordable housing, lowering required affordable units to 20% until 2028.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has introduced emergency rules to fast-track affordable housing by easing mandatory cycle parking requirements, allowing developers to pay fees or provide off-site storage if projects include at least 20% affordable units.
The policy, backed by the UK government and set to take effect early next year after public consultation, reduces the affordable housing threshold from 35% and applies until March 2028.
Officials cite the rise of dockless e-bikes and e-scooters as justification, arguing traditional racks are less essential.
Critics, including cycling advocates and some politicians, warn the move undermines sustainable transport goals, worsens bike theft risks, and fails to address car parking.
The rule does not apply to grey or green belt land.
Londres alivia las reglas de estacionamiento de bicicletas para impulsar la vivienda asequible, reduciendo las unidades asequibles requeridas al 20% hasta 2028.