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Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 - Thursday, 16 July 2026 - 7.00 pm
July 16, 2026 at 7:00 pm Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 View on council websiteSummary
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The Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 of Bromley Council met on Thursday 16 July 2026, approving four planning applications and one advertisement consent application. The committee also confirmed the minutes from a previous meeting.
Planning Applications Approved
The committee approved four planning applications, including a change of use for a property to become a children's home, the installation of new play equipment at a primary school, the addition of solar panels to a leisure centre, and the replacement of existing signs at Crofton Roman Villa.
1A Forde House, Forde Avenue, Bromley, BR1 3EU
Permission was granted for the change of use of the existing three-bedroom dwellinghouse at 1A Forde House to a four-bedroom children's home for up to four children aged between 12 and 16 years old. This decision was subject to the prior completion of a legal agreement. The proposal was supported by the council's Head of Services for Children and Young People, who confirmed a continued need for children's care homes in the borough. Concerns raised by local residents regarding potential increases in traffic, parking, noise, and disturbance were considered, but officers concluded that the intensity of use would be similar to a family household and that safeguarding requirements would be managed by OFSTED.
Farnborough Primary School, Farnborough Hill, Orpington, BR6 7EQ
The committee approved the installation of replacement astro turf surfacing and children's play equipment at Farnborough Primary School. This involved the removal of existing play equipment and surfacing. The proposal was deemed appropriate development within the Green Belt, as it would provide facilities for outdoor recreation associated with the existing educational use of the site without significantly impacting the openness of the Green Belt. No objections were received from local residents or statutory consultees.
Walnuts Leisure Centre, Lych Gate Road, Orpington, BR6 0TJ
Planning permission was granted for the installation of photovoltaic solar panels to the roof of the Walnuts Leisure Centre. The panels will be located on the swimming pool roof and will not be visible above the parapet wall. The proposal was considered to enhance the provision of the leisure centre facilities and contribute to renewable energy generation, aligning with the council's climate change objectives. No objections were received from local residents or statutory consultees.
Crofton Roman Villa, Crofton Road, Orpington, BR6 8AF
Advertisement consent was granted for the removal of existing signs and the display of two new wall-mounted non-illuminated panel signs on the east and west elevations of Crofton Roman Villa, along with a painted mural sign on the south elevation. The signs are relevant to the use of the site as a heritage and educational facility and are of a scale and design that complements the building and its surroundings. The proposal was not considered to have any adverse impact on highway safety or residential amenities.
Confirmation of Minutes
The minutes of the meeting held on 21st May 2026 were confirmed as a correct record. Apologies were received from Councillor Ryan Thomson, and Councillor Kevin Kennedy-Brooks attended as a substitute. No declarations of interest were received.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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(26/02253/ADV) - Crofton Roman Villa, Crofton Road, Orpington, BR6 8AF.
For DeterminationPlans Sub-Committee No. 2 decided to grant advertisement consent. This decision was made on 16 July 2026.
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CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 21ST MAY 2026
Recommendations ApprovedThe Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 of Bromley Council confirmed the minutes of its meeting held on 19th March 2026 on 16 July 2026. The committee resolved to approve the recommendations from the minutes.
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(25/05617/FPA) - 1a Forde House, Forde Avenue, Bromley, BR1 3EU
For DeterminationPlans Sub-Committee No. 2 approved the change of use of a dwelling to a children's home on 16/07/2026. The decision was subject to a legal agreement.
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Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 approved the installation of photovoltaic solar panels to the leisure centre roof on 16 July 2026. The decision was made to enhance existing leisure centre facilities without significant loss of amenity or detrimental impact on the building's character.
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Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 approved the installation of replacement astro turf surfacing and children's play equipment at Farnborough Primary School on 16 July 2026. The decision was to grant planning permission for the proposal. The decision included conditions regarding time limits, adherence to plans, and materials used.
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Recommendations ApprovedThe Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 of Bromley Council approved recommendations on 16/07/2026.
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTE MEMBERS
Recommendations ApprovedBromley Council's Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 noted apologies from Cllr Thomson and that Cllr Kennedy-Brooks attended as substitute. This was approved on 16 July 2026.
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