The Local Planning Committee was scheduled to consider several planning applications, primarily focusing on changes of use to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and extensions to existing properties. The committee was also due to review minutes from previous meetings.

Planning Applications

The committee was scheduled to consider a number of planning applications, with a significant focus on proposals for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

25 Gloucester Circus, Greenwich, SE10 8RY

An application was scheduled for consideration regarding 25 Gloucester Circus, Greenwich, SE10 8RY¹ (Reference: 25/0325/HD & 25/0326/L). This application sought Householder Planning Permission and Listed Building Consent for a range of works. These included the construction of a first and second-floor side extension, associated demolition, external repair works, replacement of an existing rear lower ground floor door, and internal alterations such as the alteration of partitions. Landscaping works were also part of the proposal, aiming to increase the lower ground floor rear patio, alongside the construction of new access stairs and the installation of metal balustrades.

73 Roydene Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PZ

The committee was scheduled to review a request for Full Planning Permission for 73 Roydene Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PZ² (Reference: 25/1349/F). The proposal involved the construction of a single-storey rear extension, side and rear infill extension, and an L-shaped rear dormer extension. These works were intended to facilitate a change of use from a single-family dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a six-bedroom HMO with a maximum capacity of six persons (Use Class C4), along with associated refuse storage and cycle parking. Further details on this application can be found in the 73 Roydene Appendices.

57 Roydene Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PZ

A further application for 57 Roydene Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PZ³ (Reference: 25/3324/F) was scheduled for discussion. This sought Full Planning Permission for a change of use from a single-family dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a 6-bed, 6-person HMO (Use Class C4). The proposal also included a loft conversion, the construction of a rear dormer, single-storey rear and side infill extensions, and the provision of cycle and refuse storage. Supporting documents for this application include the 57 Roydene Road Plumstead London SE18 IPZ Ref 25 3324 F and 57 Roydene Road appendices.

76 Riverdale Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PB

The committee was scheduled to consider Full Planning Permission for 76 Riverdale Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 1PB⁴ (Reference: 25/3715/F). This application proposed a change of use from an existing dwelling (Use Class C3) to a 4-bed, 5-person HMO (Use Class C4). The plans also included the construction of a single-storey rear extension, a rear dormer, rooflights, and the provision of cycle and refuse storage. The relevant documents are the 76 Riverdale Road Plumstead London SE18 1PB Ref 25 3715 F and 76 Riverdale Road Appendices.

31 Eltham Hill, London, SE9 5SY

An application for Full Planning Permission for 31 Eltham Hill, London, SE9 5SY⁵ (Reference: 25/3183/F) was scheduled for review. This proposal involved a change of use from Use Class C3 to an 8-bed, 8-person HMO (Sui-Generis). The plans also included the construction of a single-storey rear extension, a hip-to-gable roof conversion, and a rear dormer extension with front rooflights, along with the provision of refuse and cycle storage. The application documents are 31 Eltham Hill SE9 5SY Ref 25-3183-F and 31 Eltham Hill Appendices.

888 Sidcup Road, Eltham

The committee was scheduled to consider a request for full planning permission for 888 Sidcup Road, Eltham⁶ (Reference: 25-4165-F). This application proposed a change of use from a single-family dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a 6-person, 6-bed HMO (Use Class C4), with the provision of refuse and cycle storage. The relevant documents include 888 Sidcup Road Eltham - Ref. 25-4165-F, 888 Sidcup Road Appendices, and 888 Sidcup Road Addendum.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The committee was scheduled to confirm the accuracy of the Minutes from the Local Planning Committee meetings held on 28 October 2025 and 25 November 2025. These minutes can be accessed via 4.1 Minutes of LPC 28 October 2025.pdf and 4.2 Minutes of LPC 25 November 2025.pdf respectively.