The Local Planning Committee of Greenwich Council met on Tuesday 24 March 2026 to discuss several planning applications, primarily focusing on the conversion of family homes into Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The committee granted planning permission for two HMO applications, at 6 Melling Street and 31 Eltham Hill, while deferring a decision on 82 Bramblebury Road for a site visit and further documentation.

6 Melling Street, Plumstead, London, SE18 2EG - Ref: 25/2354/F

The committee granted planning permission for the change of use of a single-family dwelling at 6 Melling Street to a six-bedroom, six-person HMO, including a loft conversion and rear extension. Despite numerous objections from residents citing concerns about noise, parking, and the impact on the character of the area, the committee ultimately voted in favour of the officer's recommendation. Councillor Patricia Greenwell voted against the application, citing concerns about sense of enclosure and overdevelopment and the potential impact on residential amenity through noise and disturbance. The officer's report noted that while objections were raised regarding the concentration of HMOs and potential noise, these were not considered sufficient grounds for refusal based on current planning policies. The HMO Licensing team raised no objections, stating the proposed conversion met the council's standards.

31 Eltham Hill, London, SE9 5SY - Ref: 25/3183/F

Planning permission was granted for the change of use of 31 Eltham Hill from a single dwelling to an eight-bedroom, eight-person HMO, along with a rear extension and loft conversion. The application had received three letters of objection and was called in by Councillor Merrill. Concerns raised by objectors included potential anti-social behaviour, waste generation, noise, and the impact on the character of the area. However, the committee approved the application, with Councillor Pat Greenwell voting against it due to concerns about the number of occupants. Councillors Jo van den Broek and Ann-Marie Cousins spoke in favour, highlighting the quality of the accommodation and the applicant's attention to past committee concerns. The officer's report detailed that the property was substantial and capable of accommodating the proposed number of occupants, with all bedrooms meeting HMO standards and ample parking availability. A noise impact assessment and management plan were also considered satisfactory.

112 Camdale Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 2DS - Ref: 25/2541/F

The committee approved the change of use of 112 Camdale Road from a single-family dwelling to a six-bedroom HMO, along with loft conversion and extensions. This application had attracted 30 objections from local residents, with concerns focusing on the impact on the Area of Special Character, parking pressure, noise, and the inadequacy of the management plan. Councillor Izzy Cook, speaking as a ward councillor, strongly objected, highlighting the impact on the area's character, the scale of the extensions, and the insufficient parking survey. Sally McDougall, speaking on behalf of parents whose children attend a childcare facility at 110 Camdale Road, raised safeguarding concerns due to the proximity of the proposed HMO to the childcare business. Despite these objections, including a vote against from Councillor Pat Greenwell, the committee approved the application. Councillors Raja Zeeshan and Jo van den Broek voted in favour, noting the reduction in occupancy from eight to six persons and the implemented mitigation measures.

82 Bramblebury Road, Plumstead, London, SE18 7TG - Ref: 25/3700/F

A decision on the proposed change of use of 82 Bramblebury Road to a six-occupant HMO, along with rear extensions, was deferred for a site visit. The application had received 20 objections and was called in by Councillor Adel Khaireh. Councillor Ranabat, speaking on behalf of himself and Councillor Adel Khaireh, objected to the application, citing significant harm to the character and setting of the conservation area, potential overbearing extensions, and parking issues due to poor public transport links. Mark Beaumont, a resident, raised concerns about the dangerous and unhygienic route to the proposed cycle storage and the noise impact on the quiet cul-de-sac. Following these concerns, Councillor Pat Greenwell proposed a deferral for a site visit, which was seconded and carried.

The meeting also included discussions on apologies for absence, urgent business, and declarations of interest. Councillors Sullivan, Littlewood, Mohammed, Spencer, and Councillor Cook were noted as having apologies for absence. No declarations of interest were made.