The Planning Committee of Kingston upon Thames Council was scheduled to consider two significant planning applications. These included a large-scale redevelopment of a former gas holder station and outline permission for a new residential building on the site of a former care home.

Gas Holder Station Motspur Park, New Malden

A major redevelopment proposal for the Gas Holder Station in Motspur Park, New Malden was scheduled for discussion. The plans involve the demolition of existing gasholders and associated structures to make way for five blocks of buildings ranging from 8 to 16 storeys. These blocks are intended to provide 586 residential units, along with ancillary facilities. The proposal also includes significant works to existing accesses, the creation of new pedestrian and cycle routes, the development of publicly accessible open space, and landscaping. Additionally, there are plans for cycle and car parking, works to the brook embankment, and the re-siting of some gas infrastructure.

Hobkirk House, Blagdon Road, New Malden

The committee was also set to consider an outline planning application for the site of Hobkirk House, 109 Blagdon Road, New Malden. This application seeks permission for the demolition of the vacant former care home and the construction of a building that would be part four-storey and part five-storey. The proposed development would comprise 36 dwellings, along with associated bin and cycle storage. The plans also include the re-siting of the access point and parking bays, with landscaping matters to be reserved.

The agenda also noted that the committee would confirm the minutes of the previous meeting held on 10 September 2025 and members were asked to declare any interests relevant to the agenda items. The committee's proceedings were scheduled to be filmed for broadcast.