The development of a south Tottenham landmark is “pivotal” to the transformation of the area, according to a Haringey councillor.

Councillor Alan Strickland believes Wards Corner, which is outside Seven Sisters Tube station, should be regenerated in order to keep up with development projects in the rest of Tottenham.

The comments come after London Assembly Member Jenny Jones visited Wards Corner on Wednesday in a show of support to campaigners opposing the plans put forward by developers Grainger.

Cllr Strickland, who is also the cabinet member for economic development and social inclusion, said: “As the gateway to south Tottenham, renewal of Seven Sisters is pivotal to the wider transformation of the area.

“The council has long supported the complete redevelopment of this site to bring significant new jobs and housing to Tottenham.

“With exciting regeneration projects in the pipeline for Northumberland Park, Tottenham High Road and Tottenham Hale, it is important that the Seven Sisters area plays its part.”

Developer Grainger wants to build 196 new homes on the site, as well as a new market, shops and restaurants.

According to the developers, the regeneration could bring 600 jobs to the area as well as £11million of retail spending in the next five years.

However, opposition is headed by the Wards Corner Community Coalition, who believe the proposals would harm to the character of the area by destroying historic Victorian and Edwardian buildings.

A planning committee meeting will go ahead on Wednesday for members of the public to discuss the plans with the developers and Haringey Council.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 30 at 7pm in The Moselle Room, Tottenham Town Hall in Tottenham Green.