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Development Control Committee - Thursday 23 July 2026 7.30 pm
July 23, 2026 at 7:30 pm Development Control Committee View on council websiteSummary
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The Development Control Committee of Bromley Council met on Thursday 23 July 2026, approving planning permission for three development sites. Decisions were made regarding the Poverest Adult Education Centre, Castlecombe Youth Centre, and the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre.
Poverest Adult Education Centre, Orpington
Permission was granted for the demolition of the existing adult education centre and a caretaker's house at Poverest Road, Orpington, BR5 2DQ, to allow for the construction of 42 affordable residential units. The proposal includes vehicular access, pedestrian connections, car and cycle parking, and landscaping. The decision was made despite objections regarding the loss of the adult education centre, which is considered social infrastructure, and the development encroaching on designated Urban Open Space. Officers noted that while reprovision of adult education services is planned through a hub-and-spoke model, the details remain insufficiently defined. The benefits of delivering much-needed affordable housing, including family-sized and wheelchair-accessible homes, were deemed to outweigh the identified harms.
Castlecombe Youth Centre, Mottingham
Permission was granted for the demolition of the existing youth centre building at Castlecombe Road, Mottingham, London, SE9 4AT, and the redevelopment of the site to provide 10 affordable houses in a two-storey terrace. This decision was made despite objections concerning the loss of community facilities and the development encroaching on Urban Open Space. The replacement of the youth centre within an extended Castlecombe Children and Family Centre has already been approved under a separate planning application, and its delivery is to be secured through a Director's Assurance Agreement. The provision of 100% affordable housing, including a wheelchair-accessible unit, was a significant factor in the decision.
Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, Anerley
Full planning permission and listed building consent were granted for the refurbishment and enhancement of the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, located at Ledrington Road, Anerley, London, SE19 2GA. The extensive proposals include the demolition of the 25m Pool Building, Lodge Tower, and Lower Buildings, and the refurbishment of the Grade II* listed National Sports Centre (Main Building). This will involve the reprovision of an indoor 25m swimming pool, a replacement energy centre, and improvements to indoor and outdoor sports facilities. The Athletics Stadium will also be refurbished, with a new accessible walkway and additional seating. The scheme aims to enhance the quality of sports provision, improve accessibility, and secure the long-term viability of the centre, while also addressing heritage concerns. Historic England raised no objection, noting that while some harm would occur, it was outweighed by the public benefits and heritage enhancements. Sport England also raised no objection, subject to conditions regarding the replacement hockey pitch. Objections were received regarding the loss of indoor climbing facilities and the impact on motorsport heritage, but these were deemed to be outweighed by the overall benefits.
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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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Recommendations ApprovedCouncillor Ruth McGregor, sitting on the Development Control Committee of Bromley Council, declared an open mind regarding Item 7: Crystal Palace National Sports Centre. This declaration was made on 23 July 2026.
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTE MEMBERS
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved recommendations on 23/07/2026. Apologies for absence were received from Councillor Josh King, with Councillor Ruth McGregor attending as his substitute.
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(26/00675/FPA) - CASTLECOMBE YOUTH CENTRE, CASTLECOMBE ROAD, MOTTINGHAM, LONDON, SE9 4AT
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved permission for the demolition of Castlecombe Youth Centre and redevelopment of the site to provide 10 affordable houses on 23 July 2026. The decision included approval for 10 affordable rented dwellings, a carbon offset payment of £6,362, and a play space contribution of £640.
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HPR PLANNING KPIs
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council noted recommendations on 23/07/2026.
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(25/05699/FPA) - POVEREST ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE, POVEREST ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR5 2DQ
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee granted permission for the demolition of the existing adult education centre and construction of 42 affordable residential units. This decision was made on 23 July 2026. The approved plans include vehicular access, pedestrian connections, car and cycle parking, landscaping, amenity space, and refuse stores.
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(26/00738/FPA and 26/00739/LBC) - CRYSTAL PALACE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE, LEDRINGTON ROAD, ANERLEY, LONDON, SE19 2GA
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved permission for the refurbishment and enhancement of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre on 23 July 2026. The decision included the demolition of the 25m Pool Building, Lodge Tower, and Lower Buildings, alongside the refurbishment of the main building and athletics stadium. Specific officer actions included the reprovision of an indoor 25m swimming pool, a replacement energy centre, and improvements to indoor and outdoor sports facilities.
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QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ATTENDING THE MEETING
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved recommendations on 23/07/2026. There was one question for written reply from a local resident.
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CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 1 JUNE 2026
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council decided to approve a planning application with an amendment on 23/07/2026. The committee resolved to grant permission subject to a condition requiring proof of FORS Silver membership or equivalent within one year of store opening.
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