Residential-led mixed use scheme at Land Between Somerleyton Rd And Rail Line, Excluding Brixton House And 16-22 Somerleyton

“↑ To contents 2.2 Proposal description 2.2.1 The proposed development comprises the comprehensive redevelopment of the Phase 1 and Phase 2 sites. The scheme includes the demolition of all remaining structures on the Phase 2 site and the erection of four buildings (Blocks B1, B2, B3, and B4), ranging in height from 12 to 13 storeys.”

“In addition, approximately 169 sqm of flexible community floorspace (Use Class F1/F2) would be provided within the ground floor of Block B3. A landscaped public square is proposed adjacent to Somerleyton Road, situated between Blocks B1 and B3, alongside public realm improvements adjacent to Somerleyton Passage. Communal amenity space would be provided at ground level to the rear of Blocks B1 and B2, and to the rear of Block B5.”

“Figure 1: Aerial View of Site. Site outlined in red. The Site is split into two connected parcels of land with a collective area of approximately 0.9 hectare. The first (Phase 2) is located between Brixton House Theatre (385 Coldharbour Lane) and a TfL substation. Phase 2 contains a vacant building previously used as a temporary school and Brixton Street Gym. The second (Phase 1) is separated from Phase 2 by the TfL substation and 16-22 Somerleyton Road.”

“Figure 3: Phase 1 site as seen from junction of Somerleyton Rd and Loughborough Park Adjoining Sites 2.1.4 The Site is surrounded by residential uses to the east, west and south, with predominantly commercial uses to the north. On the eastern side of Somerleyton Road is the Moorlands Estate. The estate is characterised by a criss-cross of pedestrianised ways and semi-pedestrianised ways serving housing that is typically 2-3 storeys in height.”

“Although some conflict is identified with part (viii) of Site Allocation 14, officers consider that the proposed development complies with Site Allocation 14 when read as a whole. When the development plan is looked at as a whole, the proposal accords with it. Officers consider the proposal would not result in any harm to the significance of any designated or non-designated heritage assets.”

“↑ To contents Other material considerations 4.6.14 Officers consider that the application would offer the following public benefits which are material considerations weighing in favour of the application: Provision of Housing 4.6.15 The proposed development would provide 378 new homes and count toward the Council’s housing target.”

“They consider that this harm arises from the change in scale between the proposed development and these heritage assets. Where heritage harm is found, there would be conflict with relevant LP Policies HC1 and HC2 and LLP Policies Q19, Q20 and Q22 of the LLP.”

“↑ To contents 4.6.8 The proposed development would result in the loss of four London Plane trees of significant visual amenity and arboricultural value. This would partially conflict with Site Allocation 14 which seeks retention of these trees. These trees also have significant biodiversity value and their loss would result in conflict with Policies EN1 and Q9 of the LLP, notwithstanding the significant levels of soft landscaping and replacement tree planting proposed.”

“25/01377/RG4 It was MOVED by Councillor Joanne Simpson and SECONDED by Councillor Scott Ainslie…”

“Resolve to grant conditional planning permission subject to the completion of a deed under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 containing the planning obligations as set out in this report, addenda and/or PAC minutes and any direction as may be received following further referral to the Mayor of London.”

“In the event that an appropriate Section 106 deed is not completed within six months of the date of the Committee meeting, delegated authority is given to the Director of Climate Change, Planning and Transport to refuse planning permission for failure to enter into a Section 106 deed providing for the obligations considered necessary to make the development acceptable in planning terms as identified in this report, addenda and/or the PAC minutes.”