Digital display and communications kiosk at Land Outside 142 Stafford Road, Wallington

“DM2026/00116 - LAND OUTSIDE 142 STAFFORD ROAD, WALLINGTON SM6 9BS The application sought planning permission for the installation of an internally illuminated digital display and BT communications kiosk.”

“There is an established street tree located within close proximity to the application site. The council’s Tree Officer has reviewed the application and commented that the likelihood of a negative structural impact to the tree associated with removing the old telephone box and installing the new hub is low, as they share almost the identical baseline footprint.”

“The proposal would respect the local context of the site and would not result in significant harm to the character and appearance of the site and the surrounding area or adjacent trees.”

“The proposal would not result in an adverse impact on the safe operation of the public highway.”

“However, because the application details do not outline the exact construction methodology or state whether existing service duct runs can be entirely reused, a pre-commencement condition is required. This condition will secure full tree protection details and excavation controls to safeguard any underlying roots within the tree's Root Protection Area (RPA) during installation.”

“The proposed works involve the replacement of the telephone communication unit with a similar structure and given the unit’s location within Sutton's High Street, it is considered that there will be no biodiversity impact.”

“Planning Committee 5 August 2026 20 DM2026/00116 - 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.”