Building height reduction at Land bound by Waterloo Road to the east; the Great Eastern Main line to the South, Cotleigh Road to the west, and

“The report before the Committee sought planning permission under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to vary Conditions 5 (Approved Plans) and 9 (Parameter Plans) of planning permission ref. P0761.20 in order to amend the approved development parameters for Plots 9 and 10 of the Waterloo Estate masterplan.”

“Reduction in overall building heights across both plots: • Plot 9: Maximum height reduced from 8 storeys to 6 storeys. • Plot 10: Uniform height of 4 storeys introduced, replacing stepped 4– 5 storey massing.”

“The Case Officer detailed the following material planning considerations the Committee:”

“Principle of Development: Already established under the earlier approved scheme (ref. 076120). The proposal complies with current planning policy and the agreed masterplan. • Visual and Landscape Impact: Improved due to reduced heights and a more modest massing approach, aligning with the masterplan vision for the area. • Neighbouring Amenity: The reduced heights lessen the impact on sensitive residential receptors, particularly those to the west and in Collier Row.”

“During general debate a Member queried the nature of public comments received. Officers confirmed that two formal objections were submitted. Additional correspondence from statutory consultees was recorded as comments rather than objections. It was noted that an objection related to concerns about a 16-storey height on the wider site; officers confirmed this does not form part of the current application.”

“Members welcomed the reduction in building heights, noting it addresses previous concerns that earlier proposals pushed the acceptable height limits for Romford.”

“A Member raised a reservation regarding floor to ceiling heights, noting these had changed outside the committee process and may affect living conditions. On a positive comment, Members noted the increased number…”

“The Committee RESOLVED to GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) to vary Conditions 5 and 9 of planning permission ref. P0761.20, to allow amendments to the approved parameter plans and associated plan references in relation to Plots 9 and 10, subject to the conditions listed in the report.”

“The Committee voted unanimously to approve the application.”