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Development Control Committee - Monday 1 June 2026 7.30 pm
June 1, 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 Monday 1 June 2026, approving two planning applications and noting performance data. The meeting confirmed the minutes of previous meetings and received apologies for absence.
Planning Applications Approved
The committee granted permission for two planning applications:
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Unit 2a Farnborough Way (Frankie & Benny's), Orpington, BR6 7DH: This application, under reference 23/00848/S73A1, sought a minor material amendment to vary condition 18 of a previous planning permission. The amendment related to the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) membership for hauliers serving the site. The original condition required FORS Silver level membership prior to occupation. The proposed variation sought to allow proof of FORS Bronze membership (or equivalent) before the store opened, with a commitment to Bronze for the new haulier by Q2 2027, and proof of Silver membership (or equivalent) within two years of the store's opening.
The report to the committee noted that FORS is a voluntary scheme and not a mandatory requirement in relevant policies. While a delay in achieving the higher Silver standard was acknowledged, it was argued that this would not result in an unacceptable impact on highway safety. Transport for London (TfL), as the highway authority, confirmed that the revised condition wording set a reasonable date for the delivery of safety and environmental benefits associated with Silver level membership. Concerns were raised by the Farnborough Village Society and local residents regarding the downgrade from Silver to Bronze, with arguments that Bronze was a basic standard insufficient for a large operator like Aldi, and that Silver was necessary for enhanced driver training, monitoring, and safety equipment. However, the committee ultimately approved the variation, deeming it acceptable and policy compliant.
Bromley Civic Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley, BR1 3UH: This application, with references 25/05307/FPA and 25/05256/LBC, also received permission from the committee. Further details regarding the specifics of this application were not provided in the decision sheet.
Other Business
The committee also formally approved the minutes of the meetings held on 14 January and 18 May 2026. Two questions were received from members of the public for written reply. Finally, the committee noted the HPR Planning KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year.
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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(25/05307/FPA and 25/05256/LBC) - BROMLEY CIVIC CENTRE, STOCKWELL CLOSE, BROMLEY, BR1 3UH
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee decided to approve planning permission and listed building consent for the former Bromley Civic Centre site. This decision was made on 01/06/2026. The approval includes the demolition and redevelopment of the site to provide residential and commercial uses, along with associated works.
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CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS HELD ON 14 JANUARY AND 18 MAY 2026
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved the minutes of meetings held on 14 January and 18 May 2026 on 01 June 2026. The committee also appointed councillors to Plans Sub-Committees.
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTE MEMBERS
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved recommendations on 01/06/2026. Apologies for absence were received from Councillor Andy Dourmoush and Councillor Gemma Turrell. Councillor Mike Botting attended as substitute for Councillor Andy Dourmoush.
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(23/00848/S73A1) - UNIT 2A FARNBOROUGH WAY (FRANKIE & BENNY'S), ORPINGTON, BR6 7DH
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council approved a minor material amendment to planning permission 23/00848/FULL1 on June 1, 2026. This amendment varies condition 18 to require proof of Bronze Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) membership prior to occupation, with a commitment to Bronze for the new haulier by Q2 2027, and proof of Silver membership within two years of store opening.
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Recommendations ApprovedBromley Council's Development Control Committee approved recommendations on 01/06/2026. There were no additional declarations of interest.
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QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ATTENDING THE MEETING
Recommendations ApprovedThe Bromley Development Control Committee approved recommendations on 01/06/2026. Two questions for written reply were received and addressed. The committee noted that an enforcement case will be closed as a condition has been complied with, and that the council will explore direct action regarding a breach of condition as prosecution is not viable.
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HPR PLANNING KPIS
Recommendations ApprovedThe Development Control Committee of Bromley Council noted recommendations on 01 June 2026. The committee noted the HPR Monthly Operational KPIs for Q3 2025/26.
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