Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 4 June 2024 7.00 pm

June 4, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting
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Summary

The Lambeth Planning Applications Committee meeting focused on two main planning applications: the temporary campus for Lambeth College and the temporary use of the Waterloo Under Crofts. Both applications were approved unanimously.

Lambeth College Temporary Campus

The committee discussed the application for a temporary campus at Lambeth College, Clapham Southside. The proposal includes the erection of two three-story modular buildings to serve as a temporary campus for two academic years while the main campus undergoes redevelopment.

Key Points:

  • Purpose: To ensure continuous educational provision during the redevelopment of the main campus.
  • Location: East side of Clapham Southside, currently occupied by Lambeth College.
  • Public Consultation: Three objections were received, mainly concerning daylight, sunlight, privacy, noise, and light pollution.
  • Impact Assessment: The proposed buildings are not expected to have a negative impact on neighboring properties in terms of daylight and sunlight. Privacy concerns were addressed by the building's design and existing vegetation.
  • Transport and Parking: A shortfall of 22 cycle parking spaces was noted, but it was deemed acceptable based on worst-case scenario calculations.
  • Energy and Sustainability: The proposal does not fully comply with adopted policies but includes measures to mitigate its impact, such as using energy-efficient modular buildings.
  • Decision: The application was approved unanimously, with conditions to ensure minimal impact on the local community and environment.

Waterloo Under Crofts Temporary Use

The committee also discussed the application for the temporary use of the Waterloo Under Crofts for up to 10 years. The proposal includes converting the space into a food and beverage area, event space, storage areas, and public toilets.

Key Points:

  • Purpose: To transform an underutilized and unwelcoming space into a vibrant area for public use.
  • Location: North of Waterloo Station, under the IMAX roundabout.
  • Public Benefits: The proposal aims to improve public safety, provide new public toilets, and enhance the pedestrian environment.
  • Heritage Impact: The site lies within the Waterloo and South Bank conservation areas. The proposal is not expected to harm these areas and is seen as an enhancement.
  • Operational Hours: Initially proposed to operate until 3 AM, but revised to 11 PM Sunday to Thursday and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
  • Transport and Access: The proposal includes improvements to pedestrian routes and cycle parking. A travel plan and operational management plan will be implemented.
  • Energy and Sustainability: The proposal includes measures to reduce energy use and carbon emissions, although it does not fully comply with all sustainability policies due to its temporary nature.
  • Decision: The application was approved unanimously, with conditions to ensure the space is managed effectively and benefits the local community.

Both applications were seen as beneficial to the community, providing necessary facilities and improving the local environment.