38 residential flats at Parsons Green, Fulham, London

What was proposed

The application proposed replacing garages and sheds with a part-four, part-five-storey building containing 38 flats, solar panels, green roofs, heat pumps, cycle stores and landscaping.

“Description: Demolition of the existing garages and sheds, redevelopment of the site comprising the erection of part four, part five storey building to provide 38no self-contained residential flats (Class C3); installation of solar panels, green roofing and air source heat pumps with acoustic enclosure at roof level; removal of existing dropped kerb on Pearscroft Road, erection of cycle stores and associated external landscaping. Drg Nos:”

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The site and surroundings

The approximately 0.2-hectare site contained storage blocks, parking and a small grassed area between Pearscroft Road and Sandilands Road, near homes and William Parnell Park.

“The site is located between Pearscroft Road and Sandilands Road, both of which connect to Wandsworth Bridge Road to the east of Parsons Green. Sandilands Road is a cul-de-sac serving a row of dwellings and providing access to a garage block north of the site, while Pearscroft Road runs northeast past the site towards Bagley Lane.”

“The southeastern boundary fronts Pearscroft Road, with the site abutting the pavement and linear on-street parking. Beyond Pearscroft Road lies the entrance to William Parnell Park, a substantial local green space providing a range of play and recreational facilities for nearby residents. The park includes designated play areas for ages 0–5 and 5–12+, as well as a grassed area for informal play and sports.”

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Earlier planning history

Permission for 33 dwellings was granted in 2016 but not implemented, while 2024 pre-application discussions considered a 38-home scheme and design issues.

“In 2016 planning permission was granted (2016/01960/FR3) for the demolition of the existing structures and redevelopment of the site to provide 33 dwellings. Permission not implemented.”

“Officer comment – officers have worked with the design team to review and incorporate the suggested changes to the scheme ahead of planning submission. Where achievable comments have helped to evolve the scheme design. Some changes have not been implemented due to issues in relation to their impacts upon the continued amenity of existing properties, and the balance to upgrade local routes and connections.”

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Consultation responses

Seven objections were received, while the Environment Agency, Metropolitan Police and Thames Water raised no objection subject to stated matters.

“The Metropolitan Police (Designing Out Crime Officer) raise no objection subject to advice provided regarding Secured by Design measures.”

“Thames Water raise no objection subject to conditions.”

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Concerns raised

Objections covered loss of green space, design and height, daylight, privacy, noise, parking, traffic, consultation, construction disturbance, drainage, fire safety and contamination.

“- Noise from terrace and plant - Loss of light and overshadowing - Need for daylight and sunlight assessment - Overbearing impact - Loss of outlook - Overlooking and loss of privacy - Management of terrace and green buffer - Restrictions on terrace usage…”

“- Drainage impact - Cumulative impact of development (EIA regulations) - Fire risk and evacuation concerns - Contamination, including asbestos - Existing fly-tipping - Housing management issues - Previous issues with council housing - Disturbance from construction work (dust, noise, traffic) - Need for consultation and information during construction - Combined impact of multiple developments…”

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Who spoke

There were no registered speakers, and Tom Scriven gave a presentation.

The committee vote

The committee unanimously voted for both officer recommendations, with no votes against or members not voting recorded for either recommendation.

“The Committee voted on the officer recommendations for approval as amended by the Addendum as follows:”

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The decision

The committee authorised planning permission after a satisfactory legal document, subject to conditions, and authorised minor changes to the legal document or conditions.

“That the Director of Planning and Property be authorised to grant planning permission upon the completion of a satisfactory legal document and subject to the conditions listed below.”

“That the Director of Planning and Property, after consultation with the Assistant Director, Legal Services and the Chair of the Planning and Development Control Committee be authorised to make any minor changes to the proposed Heads of Terms of the legal document or proposed conditions, which may include the variation, addition, or deletion of conditions, any such changes shall be within their discretion.”

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