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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 and approved four planning applications and one advertisement consent application. The meeting also confirmed the minutes from the previous meeting held on 21 May 2026.
Planning Applications Approved
The committee granted planning permission for several developments across the borough.
1A Forde House, Forde Avenue, Bromley, BR1 3EU
Permission was granted for the change of use of a three-bedroom dwellinghouse to a four-bedroom children's home for accommodating 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 officers who noted it would help address the need for children's care home spaces in the borough, with adequate parking and no significant external alterations proposed. Objections from local residents raised concerns about increased traffic, parking, noise, and potential anti-social behaviour, but these were considered to be outweighed by the need for such accommodation and the fact that the use would be subject to rigorous OFSTED registration and management plans. Councillor Simon Fawthrop requested his vote against the application be recorded.
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. The decision was made as the proposal was considered appropriate development within the Green Belt, with no significant impact on visual amenities, neighbouring residents, or the character of the area. The new equipment would enhance the school's recreational facilities.
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. This development was seen as enhancing the existing leisure centre facilities and contributing to renewable energy generation, with no significant detrimental impact on the host building, the character of the area, or residential amenity.
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 and a painted mural sign at Crofton Roman Villa. The advertisements were deemed to be of high quality, relevant to the site's use, and would not adversely affect the visual amenities of the area or result in significant highways impacts.
Old Wilsonians Sports Club, Hayes Hill, Hayes, Bromley, BR2 7HN
The committee approved the installation of an outdoor padel court with enclosure and floodlights at the Old Wilsonians Sports Club. This decision was made despite some concerns raised by local residents and a visiting ward councillor regarding noise, lighting, and parking. The club argued the facility would generate much-needed revenue, and conditions were to be imposed to mitigate potential impacts.
Confirmation of Minutes
The minutes of the previous meeting held on 21 May 2026 were confirmed. Apologies were received from Councillor Ryan Thomson, and Councillor Kevin Kennedy-Brooks attended as a substitute. No declarations of interest were made by committee members.
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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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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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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Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 of Bromley Council approved the installation of photovoltaic solar panels to the Walnuts Leisure Centre roof on 16 July 2026. The decision was made to enhance existing leisure centre facilities without negatively impacting local residents or the area's character. The approved plans include the retention of 192 solar PV panels on the swimming pool roof.
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(26/02253/ADV) - Crofton Roman Villa, Crofton Road, Orpington, BR6 8AF.
For DeterminationPlans Sub-Committee No. 2 of Bromley Council granted advertisement consent on 16 July 2026. The decision was to allow the display of two wall-mounted non-illuminated panel signs and a painted mural sign at Crofton Roman Villa. Conditions were attached regarding advert maintenance, siting, removal, landowner permission, and time limits.
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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 July 2026. The decision was subject to a legal agreement.
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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.
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