The Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 of Bromley Council met on Thursday 19 February 2026 to discuss a range of planning applications across the borough. The meeting's agenda included proposals for new dwellings, changes of use, landscape improvements, and the demolition and construction of new facilities.

Planning Applications Scheduled for Discussion

The committee was scheduled to consider several planning applications, with varying levels of detail and public interest.

6 Ladywood Avenue, Petts Wood, Orpington, BR5 1QJ

This application, 25/04299/FPA, proposed the demolition of the existing building at 6 Ladywood Avenue, which was formerly a Friends Meeting House, and the construction of two detached four-bedroom dwellings. The report indicated a recommendation for refusal, primarily due to the loss of an existing community facility without sufficient evidence to justify its loss. The site is located within the Petts Wood Area of Special Residential Character and the Chislehurst Road, Petts Wood, Conservation Area. The report noted that previous similar applications had been refused and dismissed on appeal.

65 Bassetts Way, Orpington, BR6 7AG

The application 25/04652/FPA sought permission to change the use of the property from a dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a children's home for up to three children, with a manager and carers staying overnight (Class C2). The report recommended granting permission, highlighting that the proposal would help address the need for children's care home spaces in the borough, with no significant alterations to the property's external appearance. The surrounding area is characterised by two-storey semi-detached dwellings. A significant number of objections were received from local residents.

Manorfields Court, 139 Avalon Road, Orpington, BR6 9BE

This application, 25/04757/FPA, concerned landscape improvement works to existing open space with the introduction of enhanced soft and hard landscaping. The report recommended granting permission, stating that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on neighbouring residential amenity or visual amenity. The site is described as temporary Council accommodation, with surrounding areas including residential properties and Bromley Beacon Academy. The works were largely contained within the central courtyard and an eastern courtyard.

7 Jail Lane, Biggin Hill, Westerham, TN16 3SA

The application 25/04904/LDC sought a Lawful Development Certificate for the use of land to site a mobile home. The report recommended that the proposed use/development be lawful. The mobile home was described as measuring 15m in length and 6.7m in width, with a pitched roof and a maximum height of 3.5m. The report detailed that the structure was designed to be transportable and connected to the main dwelling's utilities, thus considered incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse. Objections were raised by a visiting Ward Member and local residents, questioning its classification as a caravan and its transportability.

67 Malmains Way, Beckenham, BR3 6SB

This application, 25/05131/HPA, proposed a front porch extension with a pitched roof, a loft conversion including a rear roof dormer and a front roof light, and elevational alterations. The report recommended granting permission, stating that the design would not harm the character and appearance of the property, street scene, or the Park Langley Area of Special Residential Character. The property is located within this Area of Special Residential Character, which is subject to Article 4 Directions. No objections were received from adjoining neighbours.

Priory Depot, Church Hill, Orpington, Bromley, BR6 0GE

The application 25/05351/FPA involved the demolition of an existing museum and art store and the construction of a replacement archive, museum, and art storage building with associated landscaping and vehicle parking. The report recommended granting permission, highlighting that the facility would ensure the London Borough of Bromley continues to meet its statutory duties and retain its Place of Deposit status and Museum Accreditation. The site is located within Urban Open Space and adjacent to The Priory Conservation Area. The proposal generated significant public interest, with numerous objections and a petition submitted.

The Pavilion, Recreation Ground, Havelock Road, Bromley, BR2 9NY

This application, 25/04303/FPA, sought planning permission for the erection of a new building for nursery use, provision of ancillary cycle storage, and amendments to the parking layout. The report recommended granting permission, noting that the proposal provides additional nursery accommodation to meet identified need within an established childcare site. The development was confined to the existing hard-surfaced car park, avoiding loss of open space. The number of car parking spaces would be reduced from 22 to 15.

7 Different Sites with Council Interest Borough Wide. Applications for the Display of Advertisements

Under agenda item 4.8, the committee was scheduled to consider seven applications for the display of advertising boards on Council-owned land across the borough. The report recommended giving delegated authority to the Assistant Director to determine these applications, unless a call-in request had been received. Objections were noted for several of these advertisement applications.

The meeting also included standard procedural items such as apologies for absence, declarations of interest, and the confirmation of minutes from a previous meeting. There were no contraventions or tree preservation orders scheduled for discussion.