The Planning Committee (Major Applications) B met on Wednesday 31 January 2024 to consider two significant planning applications. The committee granted planning permission for a minor material amendment to the 'Liberty of Southwark' development, which includes enhancements to the site's public realm and the incorporation of archaeological finds. They also approved amendments to a planning application at 5-13 Commercial Way, London, SE15, concerning the affordable housing offer.

Liberty of Southwark (formerly Landmark Court), Land bounded by Southwark Street, Redcross Way and Cross Bones Graveyard, London, SE1 1RQ

The committee granted planning permission for a minor material amendment to the existing planning permission for the 'Liberty of Southwark' development. The amendments include the addition of a permanent structure for a discovered mausoleum and mosaics, the creation of a community centre, a change of use for 15 Southwark Street from retail/residential to retail/office, reconfiguration of the basement, and increased massing of the office and residential buildings. Updates to energy, sustainability, and fire safety strategies, along with the creation of a new cycle hub and increased cycle parking, were also approved. The decision was subject to conditions, referral to the Mayor of London, and the applicant entering into an appropriate legal agreement.

Amendments to Planning Application 19/AP/1974, 5-13 Commercial Way, London, SE15

The committee noted and considered an amendment to the affordable housing offer for the development at 5-13 Commercial Way, London, SE15. The revised proposal, which reduces the affordable housing offer from 42% to 35% by habitable room due to increased build costs and market changes, was agreed to be secured in the S106 legal agreement. This amendment means a reduction in social rent homes from 12 to 10 and intermediate homes from 5 to 5, with an increase in private homes from 31 to 33. The committee resolved to grant permission for the revised proposal.