This meeting was scheduled to consider planning applications in Southwark, as well as provide observations on some applications where Southwark Council is not the planning authority. Councillors were scheduled to consider three planning applications, and to formally receive the minutes of the previous meeting.

Land Adjacent To Warwick Court, Choumert Road (Rear Of 160-162 Rye Lane) London SE15 4SH

The meeting report pack includes a recommendation that planning permission be granted for the construction of a part two, part three and part four-storey block for co-living¹ comprised of 11 rooms with shared facilities, a roof pavilion, a roof terrace, external walkways, balconies and associated cycle and bin stores at Land Adjacent To Warwick Court, Choumert Road (Rear Of 160-162 Rye Lane) London SE15 4SH. The report describes co-living as a housing option which is in demand both in Southwark and in wider London. The report pack notes that the site is in the Rye Lane Conservation Area in Peckham, and states that the proposal is not considered to harm Rye Lane Conservation Area owing to the stepped appearance of the scheme, however further detailed designs and materials conditions are required to ensure a high quality finish. The report pack also discusses the impact of the proposal on the amenity of neighbouring properties, and states that it is acknowledged that the scheme would occupy a backland site adjacent to a number of residential dwellings and commercial buildings. Therefore it is noted that there would be an impact on these residential dwellings, particularly occupiers of [14-19 Kapuvar Close](https://www.google.com/maps/search/14-19+Kapuvar+Close+Southwark+Council). However, the amended and stepped design of the scheme adjacent to this boundary results in a larger separation distance between the site and Kapuvar Close to minimise the impact. The report pack notes that the proposed development would provide a policy compliant affordable housing contribution of £492,000. The report concludes:

alongside the policy compliance affordable housing contribution, the scheme is considered to be acceptable in policy terms. The scheme provides future residents with flexible housing, social interaction and high quality accommodation much needed as a housing option within the borough. This is increasingly a popular housing option in Southwark contributing towards the housing stock as well as financial contributions towards affordable housing.

Friendship House, 3 Belvedere Place, London SE1 0AD

The meeting report pack includes a recommendation that planning permission be granted for the construction of a part one, part two and part three-storey upward extension above the existing Friendship House building at 3 Belvedere Place, London SE1 0AD to provide 62 additional Sui Generis (Hostel) accommodation units, along with 5 additional shared kitchen spaces and an additional communal space in the form of a sky room. The development would also include the provision of additional cycle parking spaces within a secure area, an enlarged bin store for increased refuse capacity and the removal of one car parking space at ground floor level. The report states that two Hawthorne trees in the central courtyard and landscaping would be removed to install a crane during construction. The report states that the development would not lead to an over-concentration of hostel accommodation in the area, which is a requirement of Southwark Council's planning policies. It says:

Officers have not seen any evidence that the increase in rooms on this sui generis hostel site would lead to an over-concentration of hostel accommodation within the local area.

It notes that 10 objections were received from the public, that raised a wide range of concerns including the height of the development, loss of light, loss of privacy, noise, traffic and anti-social behaviour. The report concludes:

The proposal would be acceptable in principle. The massing and height of the proposed extensions would be acceptable.

Overall, the proposed development would not result in a significant impact on the surrounding residential properties and on balance the impact on daylight and sunlight of existing hostel rooms within Friendship House and neighbouring properties would be outweighed by the public benefit of providing an addition of 62 hostel rooms to the stock in the borough.

The development would not have a detrimental impact on the transport network and as it would not meet the requirement for 100% on site savings to achieve net carbon zero the shortfall would be offset by a payment in-lieu.

Marlborough Cricket Club, Dulwich Common, Southwark SE21 7EX

The meeting report pack includes a recommendation that planning permission be granted for the demolition of the existing pavilion including removal of three trees; and erection of a new single storey cricket pavilion along with refuse / recycling stores, cycle parking facilities, hardstanding, landscaping and associated works at Marlborough Cricket Club, Dulwich Common, Southwark SE21 7EX. The report pack states that the existing pavilion is of no particular architectural or townscape merit and says the new building would be an attractive replacement building that would enhance the character and appearance of this part of the [Dulwich Wood Conservation Area](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Dulwich+Wood+Conservation+Area+Southwark+Council). The report pack notes that the application site is on Metropolitan Open Land, and states that the proposed development is for a cricket pavilion (Use Class F1) which is essential for outdoor sport. Furthermore, it is for the replacement of an existing facility. The proposal would preserve the openness of the MOL and would not conflict with its function. The report pack also discusses the ecological impact of the proposed works, and states that:

A Bat Roost Assessment found no evidence of roosting bats, although that one building on site was considered to hold moderate suitability for roosting bats during the active season and low suitability for roosting bats during hibernation. As a result, a Nocturnal Survey and General Bat Activity Survey were carried out which did in fact find one bat emerging from one of the buildings, meaning it is a confirmed bat roost. The tree line to the west of this building was also noted to be a commuting corridor of local importance.

It goes on to say that:

Subject to complying with the mitigation measures, the proposed development would not unacceptably impact on bat species.

The report concludes:

The proposed development is for the demolition of an existing pavilion at the Marlborough and Streatham Cricket Club. The application site is designated as Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). The new pavilion would be of a smaller footprint than the existing pavilion by 110 square metres, although it would be slightly taller by 0.4 metres. The scale and design of the proposed pavilion are considered to preserve the openness of the MOL. Furthermore, the proposal is for a replacement building that is an essential facility for outdoor sport. The proposed development would not impact on the amenity of neighbouring occupiers or local biodiversity. Replacement tree planting is proposed.