Two advertisement screens at Land Outside 142 Stafford Road, Wallington

“DM2026/00117 - LAND OUTSIDE 142 STAFFORD ROAD, WALLINGTON SM6 9BS The application sought advert consent for two advertisement screens on the front and rear elevations of a replacement BT communication kiosk.”

“DM2026/00117 Land Outside 142 Stafford Road, Wallington SM6 9BS B) Impact on Highway Safety…”

“The Council's Highway Officer has assessed the operational display specifications and raised no objections to the installation of the digital panels. The structure occupies an identical baseline footprint to the existing kiosk, preserving established pedestrian walkways, visibility splays, and clear path clearances.”

“The proposed digital displays comply with the statutory requirements of the Advertisement Regulations and the local policy framework. Sited in an established commercial district outside of any conservation boundaries, the screens integrate effectively into the streetscene. The incorporation of standard automatic dimming limits ensures local amenity is preserved, while the localised placement maintains unhindered highway and pedestrian safety lines.”

“This application was referred to the Planning Committee because the proposal has received over one letter of objection and the Council has an interest in the land.”

“In response to a question, officers advised that the display operates with static loops and incorporates automatic nighttime dimming functions, which prevents glare to nearby properties and road users. Officers further noted that this was not in a Conservation Area, and introduces no net increase to street clutter…”

“Planning Committee 5 August 2026 19 Members noted that the proposal would replace an outdated public payphone, offering public Wi-Fi and the capability to make emergency calls.”

“DM2026/00117 - Land Outside 142 Stafford Road, Wallington SM6 9BS (Committee Report) A poll vote on the officers’ recommendation was held in accordance with Standing Order 31.4, when there voted.”

“RESOLVED: To GRANT planning permission, subject to the conditions outlined at Appendix B.”

“3) No advertisement shall be sited or displayed so as to(a) endanger persons using any highway, railway, waterway, dock, harbour or aerodrome (civil or military);(b) obscure, or hinder the ready interpretation of, any traffic sign, railway signal or aid to navigation by water or air:(c) hinder the operation of any device used for the purpose of security or surveillance or for the measuring of the speed of any vehicle.”

“6) Where an advertisement is required under these Regulations to be removed, the site shall be left in a condition that does not endanger the public or impair visual amenity. Reason: This is a standard condition required by Regulation 14(1)(a) of the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 2007. 7) The display of this advertisement(s) is valid for a period of 5 years from the date of this consent.”