The Croydon Council Planning Sub-Committee was scheduled to meet on 12 June 2025 to consider planning applications. The sub-committee was expected to review applications for the change of use of existing buildings, and for building alterations and extensions.

16 Elgin Road, Croydon

Councillors were scheduled to consider an application for alterations and a change of use at 16 Elgin Road, Croydon, CR0 6XA. The application requests permission to change the use of the building from two maisonettes to an eight-bedroom house in multiple occupation¹ (HMO). The application also includes permission to erect a basement extension, rear and side dormer extensions, and single-storey side and rear extensions.

The planning report notes that Councillor Jeet Bains objected to the application on the grounds of overdevelopment and that it is out of character with the area. The HOME Residents Association also objected, raising concerns including:

• The scale of the side dormer extension
• Internal ceiling heights
• Potential for antisocial behaviour and litter
• Noise and disturbance
• Overlooking from side windows
• Access to cycle stores being impeded
• Inconsistencies in the Flood Risk Assessment and Fire Statement

The planning officer's report notes that a similar application (ref. 23/02074/FUL) for the use of the building as a seven-bedroom HMO was previously refused because it would result in the net loss of a residential unit. However, a certificate of lawful development (24/02211/LP) has since been granted to confirm that the amalgamation of the two existing maisonettes to form a single dwelling house would be lawful, giving the applicant a fall-back position².

The planning officer's report recommends that the committee resolve to grant planning permission, subject to the completion of a legal agreement to secure planning obligations including:

• Restriction of access for resident parking permits
• Monitoring fees of £1,500
• Removal of vehicle crossover and kerb reinstatement

60-62 Westow Street, Upper Norwood, London

The sub-committee was scheduled to consider an application relating to 60-62 Westow Street, Upper Norwood, London SE19 3AF. The application seeks permission for a replacement shopfront, the creation of an external dining area, a raised terrace, new doors and steps, and the installation of signage. These works are to facilitate the use of the building as a Nando's restaurant.

The planning report notes that the existing shop and the proposed restaurant both fall within Use Class E³. The proposed change from a shop to a restaurant does not require planning permission, and does not form part of this planning application.

The planning officer's report notes that the application property is identified as detracting from the special character of the conservation area in the Upper Norwood Triangle Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan 2014 (CAAMP). The street-facing element of the application building is also identified in the CAAMP as of poor-quality design that does not contribute to the character of the area.

The planning officer's report recommends that the committee resolve to grant planning permission.

17 Croham Mount, South Croydon

The sub-committee was scheduled to consider an application for alterations at 17 Croham Mount, South Croydon, CR2 0BR. The application requests permission for the erection of two-storey side, single-storey side, single/two-storey rear, and dormer extensions.

The planning report notes that Councillor Danielle Denton objected to the application on the grounds of height, bulk, scale, massing, and that it would be overbearing.

The planning officer's report recommends that the committee resolve to grant planning permission.