LEE MANOR CONSERVATION AREA
SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/25/140315
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 70-CIL Phasing of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED approval to this submission for discharge of Condition 70.
LMS had no issues with this submission.
Application made by London Square pursuant to the discharge of one of the Conditions of Decision Notice DC/22/126997 which contains phasing drawings for both the site clearance and Demolition Works (Phase 1) and Construction Works of the Leegate Development (Phases 2-5 for Blocks A – C and Public Realm Works respectively).
Application Reference: DC/25/140380
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 69-Phasing Plan (Land Extents) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED approval to this submission for discharge of Condition 69.
LMS had no issues with this submission.
This submission provides the same Site Clearance, Demolition and Construction Works Phasing Drawings as were earlier provided with Application ref DC/25/140315 (for approval of Condition 70).
Application Reference: DC/25/140450
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Partially retrospective planning permission for the demolition and construction of a single storey rear extension, together with the installation of ventilation and extraction equipment to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have Objected to this partially retrospective Planning Application on the basis that the proposed single storey rear extension almost certainly exceeds the 50% allowance of permitted rear garden/yard development over the area of the original rear garden as so little garden is left remaining. We have pointed out that this is not permitted ‘under any circumstances’ according to the ‘Alterations and extensions SPD’ clause 4.2.3.
A previous Application (DC/24/136993) for ‘the installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and associated works’ was withdrawn by the Applicant around October 2024.
We note that revised plan drawings now accompany this Application (which modify the flat roof-top ventilation ducting) but that the changes do not affect our Objection.
Application Reference: DC/25/140732
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the approval of a Minor Material Amendment to planning permission ref. DC/22/126997, as amended by s96a Non-Material Amendment dated 30 June 2025 (DC/25/140113) – ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’ comprising revisions to the consented scheme that includes: 59 no. additional residential units (from 561no. to 620no.); Increase in quantum of affordable housing from 36.2% to 46.3% (by habitable room); Changes to residential unit mix; Changes to massing of Blocks A, B and C, including an increase in the maximum height of Building A1 from the consented 15 storeys to 17 storeys; Reduction in residential and commercial car parking (provision of 21no residential and 1no. commercial blue badge bays); Removal of Block A basement; Relocation of the medical centre to the ground floor of Block B; Reduction in overall commercial floorspace; Revised energy strategy from individual Exhaust Air Source Heat Pumps to a Communal Air Source Heat Pump system; Variation of Planning Conditions.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The date for Comments to Lewisham Council on this significant Application has a deadline of 29th August 2025.
LMS have submitted a detailed Objection to Lewisham Council in relation to the proposed heights of buildings within this development which exceed the normally accepted maximum heights set out with the recently legally adopted Lewisham Local Plan in relation to this site. For this ‘Minor Material Amendment (as the developer has entitled it) there are around 237 documents which have been submitted.
A public meeting was held on 2nd October 2025 by Lewisham Council for the developer to answer questions from interested parties.
Application Reference: DC/25/140778
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (5) ‘Construction Logistics Plan’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have generally reviewed the proposed Logistics Plan and could not see anything that gave us particular cause for concern other than the fact that no aspect of the ‘phasing’ of works appears to have been taken account of. Otherwise some construction traffic is shown exiting from Leyland Road onto Eltham Road (heading towards Kidbrooke) and this traffic has to cross on-coming westbound traffic. This is far from ideal but may be necessary. We have issued a comment to Lewisham Council related to the phasing of construction works but are otherwise happy not to object to this submission for approval of Condition 5. That is not to say however that local residents immediate to the area of the demolition and construction works may have their own concerns.
Application Reference: DC/25/140807
Application Address: 66 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Creation of new access from carriageway including changes to existing boundary wall and fence; creation of off street parking space; new garden wall and fence arrangement including new glazed side access door to enlarged side garden
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have REFUSED this Application largely on the basis that its benefit is not outweighed by the harm that it would do to the Conservation area.
LMS had Objected to this Application on the basis that there was insufficient space to park a normal vehicle off-street within the proposals as submitted, that it would affect the setting of the neighbouring building and that the new side door to the proposed property was proposed to be of materials that were out of context with materials evident within publicly viewable areas of the Conservation area. (LBL did not accept these last two points).
See also Applications DC/25/141025 and DC/25/141913.
Application Reference: DC/25/140884
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (68) ‘Tree Protection’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The submission provides a drawing which shows specific trees that are to be retained around the development site being protected where they abut the proposed hoarding line. Otherwise if they are outside of the hoarding line or are to be removed then nothing is shown in relation to them.
Whilst we can see no cause for concern here we are aware of local feelings related to the loss of around 12 mature trees around the Leegate development site including all four trees along the western side of Leyland Road.
Application Reference: DC/25/140894
Application Address: 7 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: Demolition of existing rear single storey lean-to extension and the construction of replacement rear extension incorporating a courtyard.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has GRANTED approval for the proposed works.
LMS had no particular concerns.
This is a slightly idiosyncratic rear extension moving the proposed single storey extension away from the rear main building wall and creating a small courtyard in the process. The proposed works largely preserve the existing building form and massing and the relationship with the neighbouring property has been well considered. LMS should had no concerns.
Application Reference: DC/25/141025
Application Address: 66 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Olive tree (T1)(ht.4m) CROWN REDUCTION by 1m from 4m to 3m, CROWN THIN by 15%.
Reason: general maintenance, reducing secondary or tertiary branches where possible as part of a phased reduction over the next couple of years to establish a smaller canopy.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have ’RAISED NO OBJECTION’ to the proposed tree reduction works by Decision Notice dated 29th September 2025. Note that the application was only ‘validated’ 4 working days earlier and was not on the Planning Portal on 22nd September 2025. However, the application is noted as having been received by LBL on 4th August 2025. As such LMS had no opportunity to review the proposed works although we would not have objected.
Application Reference: DC/25/141059
Application Address: 12 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Bay tree R Bndry (T1) CROWN REDUCTION by 3m from 6m to 3m Spread by 1.5m from 3m to 1.5m. CROWN LIFT to 2.5m above ground level.
REASON:To provide clearance.
ONE Apple tree (T2) LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.2m form 3m to 2.8m on W compass point.
REASON: Close to Outbuilding
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to this submission.
LMS had no issues with the submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/141173
Application Address: 46 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL
Application Proposal: Construction of an outbuilding in the rear garden.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
A smallish rear garden flat roofed garden room proposal.
LMS can see no reason to object to this proposal.
Application Reference: DC/25/141307
Application Address: 2 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: The change of use, alteration and conversion of ground and first floors into a self-contained studio flat and a one bedroom self-contained flat (C3 Use), together with the fomation of a rear roof terrace with balustrade around and all associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Overall LMS see no reason to object to the proposals and have issued a supporting statement to LB of Lewisham.
The current property is ‘Aroma Beauty Rooms’ which have appeared unused for the last 12 months or so. The property has deteriorated in that time and has been subjected to some graffiti. The property sits at the extreme end of the Conservation Area adjoining Lee High Road and backing onto the River Quaggy. The rear of the property is over-viewed by an access way into the rear of the Duke of Edinburgh Public House and is largely screened by a short row of trees.
The neighbouring property number 4 Brightfield Road was Refused Planning Permission in August 2022 for a change of use to a one bedroom self-contained flat (C3 Use). The reasons given for the Refusal were generally technical in nature.
The proposals do not directly affect the front elevation of the property onto Brightfield Road although it is assumed there will be some changes because of the sign-writing and signage on the property advertising its current use as a beauty parlour. Proposed changes to the side and rear of the property are minimal and largely unseen due the existing trees that border onto the neighbouring Public House.
Overall LMS see no reason to object to the proposals and have issued a supporting statement to LB of Lewisham.
Application Reference: DC/25/141349
Application Address: 24 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement timber double-glazed sash windows to front elevation and replacement casement uPVC double-glazed windows and doors to the rear elevation
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
The proposals appear to be the replacement of all front elevation windows and entrance door with timber painted double glazed windows and frames, along with replacement of all rear windows and doors with uPVC windows, doors and frames. No ‘planted-on’ glazing bars are proposed.
On the basis that all rear windows will be unseen from within the Conservation Area LMS see no reason to object to the uPVC proposals at the rear of the property.
Application Reference: DC/25/141356
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 55-Site Waste Management and Circular Economy of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
A ‘Monitoring and Reporting Strategy for Circular Economy Commitments’ has been submitted dated (around) May 2022. The various detailed statements made appear overall to be reasonable and we can see no reason to object. One matter that could be worth commenting on is that only passing mention is made as to the possible finding of asbestos and other hazardous materials within the demolition stage of works and that these materials could have been better dealt with within this document.
Application Reference: DC/25/141379
Application Address: 13 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Pear tree (T1) Ht 10m Fell to ground level.
REASON: Tree showing signs of dieback in canopy & two large limbs failed this year. Large cavity in base suggesting a fungal pathogen targeting the roots. The weakened structure & failing limbs make it a high risk.
Although a crown reduction will help keep green cover it will not be a good long term solution given the poor physiological and structural state. Work undertaken to prevent any health & safety issues in the future. Another pear will be planted as a replacement.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed tree removal and replacement works.
This is an individual tree within an area of many rear garden trees and its loss will be relatively unnoticed. We can see no reason to object.
Application Reference: DC/25/141440
Application Address: 140 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 13-Replacement Trees of planning permission DC/25/140111 dated 30th June 2025
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This Application comprises of a ‘Tree Replacement and Mitigation Strategy Report’ which makes recommendations on the types of new trees to be planted (following removal of existing trees). The report is detailed and LMS sees no reason to question its proposals.
Application Reference: DC/25/141576
Application Address: 49 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: FRONT ONE: Purple Leaf Cherry Plum tree (T1) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 2.4m from 8m to 5.6m Spread by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/141688
Application Address: 78 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PY
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Olive (T1)(ht.5m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1.25m to 3.75m. Reason: to retain within garden setting, clearance from building.
GROUP Lime(G7 )(ht 3.3-3.8m)RE-PLEACH by 1.5m.Reason:Routine maintenance
ONE Holly(T9)(ht3.2m) LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 2.8m Reason: reshape into a ball.
ONE Yew(T10)(ht4.5m) LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 2.7m Reason: clearence from fence
ONE Lime(T11)(ht2.8m) CROWN CLEAN to remove epicormic growth and any crossing, dead branches. Reason: Repeat maintenance.
TWO Apple (T12 & T13)(ht 3.5m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 2.3m. Reason:Repeat maintenance.
ONE Lime (T14) (ht 4.1m)RE-POLLARD by 1.5m to previous pollard points. Reason: Repeat maintenance.
ONE Yew(T15)(ht 4.6m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 2.7m. Reason:Repeat maintenance
ONE Sycamore(T16)(ht 4.3m)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 0.5 -1m to1.7 m Reason:Repeat maintenance.
ONE Bay (T17)(ht2.8m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m-1m from 2.4mReason:Repeat maintenance.
ONE Smoke (T18)(ht2.1m)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 0.75m to 1.5m:Repeat maintenance.
FRONT:ONE Lime(T19)(ht5.2m)RE-POLLARD by 3m to previous pollard points removing 2m of re-growth. Reason: repeat maintenance.
THREE Sycamore(T20 to T22)(ht4.3m- 4.6m)RE-POLLARD to previous pollard points. Reason: repeat maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/141705
Application Address: 76 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PY
Application Proposal: REAR SOUTH EDGE:
(TG1)Consiting of 1 Snow berry, 1 Viburnum, 1 small Conifer & 1 small Holm Oak tree LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 1.5m to 1m from fence on S compass point.
ONE Lime tree (T2) Crown clean removing dead wood.
ONE Yew tree (T3) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 1m from 5m to 4m, Spread by 0.5m fom 3m to 2.5m & reshape.
REAR NORTH EDGE:
ONE Holm oak tree (T4) CROWN REDUCTION Ht 5m unchanged, Spread by 0.5m from 2m to 1.5m & grade in to retain shape.
ONE Yew tree (T5) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 0.75m from 8m to 7.25m to previous points & grade in to reshape .
REASON: General Maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
The proposals were not on the Planning Portal week commencing 20th October 2025 and so were not reviewed by LMS.
LMS would not have Objected to the proposed rear garden tree works.
Application Reference: DC/25/141751
Application Address: 168 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LP
Application Proposal: Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (Existing) submitted under Section 191 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the use of part of the ground floor at 168 Manor Lane SE12 as a self-contained studio flat.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
- A previous application (DC/24/134373) for the ‘established use of part of the ground floor of 168 Manor Lane, SE12 as a studio flat (1b1p)’ was refused by LBL on 27th February 2024 on the basis that the Applicants were unable to prove ‘on the balance of probability’ that the rear of the ground floor of the property had been in use as a residential studio flat (Use Class C3) for a continuous period of 4 years from the date of the application. A previous submission (for an approved 2-storey rear extension in 2014) had shown two ground floor rooms at the rear as being a Store and an Office for use with the Retail facility.
- LMS notes that this property is currently showing a ‘For Sale’ sign on its front public wall.
- The submitted drawing for this new Lawful Development Certificate application indicates that this appears to be a ‘retrospective’ application and that the self-contained ground floor studio flat has been in use as such since 2015.
- The ground floor studio flat does not have a self-contained entrance from Manor Lane but could only be accessed from the front through the existing shop (which is currently not trading since the death of its proprietor around 3 years ago). It is shown however as having rear access from the rear garden which is accessible down an un-adopted small access road that runs behind numbers 162 – 178 Manor Lane and which is accessible only from Fernbrook Road.
- The new Application provides only a ground floor plan and a Location Plan. It does not provide any evidence by the Applicant for a continued use of at least 4-years as residential. On this basis the application appears no different in principle from that made in 2024 which was refused.
LMS has determined not to object to the proposed change to a self-contained rear studio flat on the basis that the works do not in any way directly affect the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/25/141753
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 4-Construction Environment Management Plan of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
A ‘Construction Environmental Management Plan’ has been submitted to discharge Condition 4 of the previously approved Leegate development submission ref DC/22/126997 as approved 1st November 2024. The report highlights the environmental factors which arise as a matter of the demolition and construction works proposed.
LMS sees no reasons to challenge this submission albeit the report makes reference to its neighbor being ‘Tesco’s’ and there is no particular mention of asbestos removal during demolition works.
Application Reference: DC/25/141782
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 6 (Dust management plan) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated on 1 November 2022.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
A ‘Dust Management Plan’ has been submitted to discharge Condition 6 of the previously approved Leegate development submission ref DC/22/126997 as approved 1st November 2024. The report highlights the significant concerns of dust within this heavily built-up area that will be produced as a part of the demolition and construction works and proposes means of reducing the issues which could arise as a result.
LMS sees no reason to challenge this submission albeit we know that there will be dust and dirt created as a part of the development.
Application Reference: DC/25/141803
Application Address: 58 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PY
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Magnolia tree (T1) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 2m from 9m to 7m spread by 2m from 9m to 7m. Pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic.
REASON: To bring back to form & improve light conditions for owner & neighboring properties.
REAR: ONE Oak tree (T2) CROWN REDUCTION Ht 3m from 14m to 11m Spread by 3m from 14m to 11m. Pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic.
REASON: To bring back to form & improve light conditions for owner & neighboring properties.
ONE Sycamore tree Ht 10m (T3) FELL to ground level.
REASON: It is not a good specimen & it is felt that although a crown reduction will help keep green cover, it will not be a good long term solution. A retaining wall within 2m has a high potential for damage. Furthermore, the semi mature oak is a better specimen & the removal of the Sycamore will allow space for the Oak’s canopy. A native pollinator will be planted in a more suitable location.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS cannot see that there are any causes to be concerned about either the maintenance of two trees (one front and one rear) and the removal of one rear garden tree. There are many trees in the overall area that compensate for the loss of the one tree.
Application Reference: DC/25/141913
Application Address: 66 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Installation of railings to the front and gate in the side elevation including a glazed side access door to garden and all associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
- This property was recently REFUSED Planning Approval (ref DC/25/140807) for a new front garden off-road parking space which included proposed works to the existing side elevation of the property.
- As a result of the Refusal the applicants appear to have now made a further proposal which includes some similar parts of the works previously refused but which do not appear in themselves to have lead directly to the previous Refusal. The Refusal appears to have been for the impact on the CA of the off-road parking space itself.
- This new proposal is for the installation of a new Crittall-style door and window to the existing side elevation along with a change to the existing brick and railing wall that sits towards the back of the existing front garden and essentially duplicates the existing front garden wall.
- LMS did object to the proposed new side Crittall door and window (under previous application DC/25/140807). However the Planning Officer noted in the Delegated Report to DC/25/140807 that:
‘The Conservation Officers raised concerns regarding the design and materials proposed for the side door. As this would be minimally visible and screened behind the wall and fence officers consider this element would not result in unacceptable harm to the appearance and character of the Lee Manor Conservation Area’ and that ‘Officers consider that the current proposal would lead to less than substantial harm to the Lee Manor Conservation Area’.
With regard to the proposed movement forward (and re-building) of an existing brick and railing wall further forwards towards the front of the property the Officers previously stated:
‘Additionally, the proposed relocation of the side boundary and access gates would introduce a formal type of boundary treatment closer to the front, creating the impression of a second boundary treatment further back in the garden. This would create an incongruous and a historic arrangement, which will be all the more visible because of the removal of planting that currently obscures the rear garden from view. This new incongruous arrangement directly to the rear of the proposed parking space would be very visible from the street, and look out of place amongst the historic architecture of the CA.
LMS have determined not to object to the proposals.
It is also noted that application DC/25/141025 was approved by Lewisham for general maintenance and reduction in size of an existing front garden Olive tree, including reducing secondary or tertiary branches ‘as part of a phased reduction over the next couple of years to establish a smaller canopy’. These works in themselves will ensure that any works carried out within the vicinity of the existing front garden will become more visible to the public from the pavement area. This later application had not been approved when DC/25/140807 was Refused.
LMS have determined not to object to the proposals.
Application Reference: DC/25/141917
Application Address: 140 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/25/140111) dated 30 June 2025, in order to allow:- to amend location and size of windows to front and side elevations, replacement of eaves style rooflight with standard rooflight and addition of one rooflight. Relocation of bin/bike store in front garden at 140 Manor Lane SE12.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS will not object to the proposed Section 96A application.
This Section 96a non-material change application relates to Planning Approval ref DC/25/140111 for a new 3-storey residential property in the rear garden of 140 Manor Lane with a new access formed to the new property from Longhurst Road. LMS were supportive of the original proposals and did not object.
The proposed changes both internal and external do not directly affect any aspect of the Conservation Area itself and are not in themselves of any particular concern.
Application Reference: DC/25/141921
Application Address: 58 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: Replacement of existing single storey extension and orangery, and construction of rear single storey extension with parapet and two glazed hipped roof.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The proposals are for the replacement of an existing rear conservatory-style building by way of its removal and replacement with an extension of an adjoining existing single-storey flat roofed building to create a full width single-storey rear extension. LMS have no issues with the proposals per se. However there appears to be significant health and safety issues related to the low parapet to the fully accessible flat roof area – LMS have commented about our concerns to LB of Lewisham.
Overall whilst there are serious safety concerns related to the flat roof area there are no concerns from a Conservation Area perspective.
AUGUST / SEPTEMBER 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/25/140315
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 70-CIL Phasing of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Application made by London Square pursuant to the discharge of one of the Conditions of Decision Notice DC/22/126997 which contains phasing drawings for both the site clearance and Demolition Works (Phase 1) and Construction Works of the Leegate Development (Phases 2-5 for Blocks A – C and Public Realm Works respectively).
LMS see no reason to object to these submissions.
Application Reference: DC/25/140380
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 69-Phasing Plan (Land Extents) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This submission provides the same Site Clearance, Demolition and Construction Works Phasing Drawings as were earlier provided with Application ref DC/25/140315 (for approval of Condition 70).
LMS have no issues with the submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140436
Application Address: Leegate House, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8RR
Application Proposal: Retrospective Advertisement Consent for the display of one 8.5 metre high temporary banner advertisement on northern elevation.
STATUS: This Application has been WITHDRAWN by the Applicant and the large advertisement removed.
LMS had no concerns in principle to the proposals.
Application Reference: DC/25/140450
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Partially retrospective planning permission for the demolition and construction of a single storey rear extension, together with the installation of ventilation and extraction equipment to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have Objected to this partially retrospective Planning Application on the basis that the proposed single storey rear extension almost certainly exceeds the 50% allowance of permitted rear garden/yard development over the area of the original rear garden as so little garden is left remaining. We have pointed out that this is not permitted ‘under any circumstances’ according to the ‘Alterations and extensions SPD’ clause 4.2.3.
A previous Application (DC/24/136993) for ‘the installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and associated works’ was withdrawn by the Applicant around October 2024.
We note that revised plan drawings now accompany this Application (which modify the flat roof-top ventilation ducting – not shown in image to side) but that the changes do not affect our Objection.
Application Reference: DC/25/140599
Application Address: 32 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey extension to the rear.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission to this rear ground floor extension.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/140732
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the approval of a Minor Material Amendment to planning permission ref. DC/22/126997, as amended by s96a Non-Material Amendment dated 30 June 2025 (DC/25/140113) – ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’ comprising revisions to the consented scheme that includes: 59 no. additional residential units (from 561no. to 620no.); Increase in quantum of affordable housing from 36.2% to 46.3% (by habitable room); Changes to residential unit mix; Changes to massing of Blocks A, B and C, including an increase in the maximum height of Building A1 from the consented 15 storeys to 17 storeys; Reduction in residential and commercial car parking (provision of 21no residential and 1no. commercial blue badge bays); Removal of Block A basement; Relocation of the medical centre to the ground floor of Block B; Reduction in overall commercial floorspace; Revised energy strategy from individual Exhaust Air Source Heat Pumps to a Communal Air Source Heat Pump system; Variation of Planning Conditions.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The date for Comments to Lewisham Council on this significant Application has a deadline of 29th August 2025.
LMS have submitted a detailed Objection to Lewisham Council in relation to the proposed heights of buildings within this development which exceed the normally accepted maximum heights set out with the recently legally adopted Lewisham Local Plan in relation to this site. For this ‘Minor Material Amendment (as the developer has entitled it) there are around 237 documents which have been submitted.
A public meeting has been organised for 2nd October 2025 by Lewisham Council for the developer to answer questions from interested parties.
Application Reference: DC/25/140774
Application Address: Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road, London, SE13 5NB
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 1-Soft Landscaping Details of Prior Approval DC/22/128559 dated 15th March 2023 at Hither Green Railway Station.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
London Borough of Lewisham have granted APPROVAL to the details submitted for discharge of the Condition noted above.
The proposed landscaping works are to fulfil a Condition of the previous approved Application (noted in the title).
LMS welcomes the Nature Reserve between the two sets of tracks but doubt whether it will be made open to public use.
LMS saw no reason to object to this submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140777
Application Address: 48 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Class E of Schedule 2, Part 1, of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) for the construction of an outbuilding at 48 Manor Lane SE13.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Lawful Development status or the proposed rear garden outbuilding.
LMS had no issues with the proposed small outbuilding.
Application Reference: DC/25/140778
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (5) ‘Construction Logistics Plan’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have generally reviewed the proposed Logistics Plan and could not see anything that gave us particular cause for concern other than the fact that no aspect of the ‘phasing’ of works appears to have been taken account of. Otherwise some construction traffic is shown exiting from Leyland Road onto Eltham Road (heading towards Kidbrooke) and this traffic has to cross on-coming westbound traffic. This is far from ideal but may be necessary. We have issued a comment to Lewisham Council related to the phasing of construction works but are otherwise happy not to object to this submission for approval of Condition 5. That is not to say however that local residents immediate to the area of the demolition and construction works may have their own concerns.
Application Reference: DC/25/140792
Application Address: 32 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement doors and windows on all elevations and replacement of front boundary picket fence.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED permission for the proposed works.
LMS objected to this Application on the basis of the likelihood of the use of ‘planted-on’ glazing bars to the proposed front elevation windows of this property contrary to guidance given within the Lewisham Council document ‘Alterations and extension – supplementary planning guidance’ adopted April 2019.
However, the Applicants stated to LB of Lewisham that they did not intend to use ‘planted-on’ glazing bars and so LMS withdrew its objection.
Application Reference: DC/25/140807
Application Address: 66 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Creation of new access from carriageway including changes to existing boundary wall and fence; creation of off street parking space; new garden wall and fence arrangement including new glazed side access door to enlarged side garden
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have submitted an Objection to the proposed works on the basis that the parking space is insufficient in length for a typical car parking space and that it would be a loss to the Conservation area if a rather idiosyncratic front landscaped garden area was mostly lost to parking. Additionally, that the parking space would denigrate the setting of the property to the rear.
Application Reference: DC/25/140863
Application Address: 3 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8HL
Application Proposal: Reconfiguration of the existing 2, two- bedroom flats to form 1, one-bedroom and 1, three-bedroom self-contained flats.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission for this proposed house reconfiguration.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works as they were all internal.
(The works appear to be wholly internal with no external works at all proposed. On that basis LMS can see no grounds to object to the proposed works to change the current two 2-bed flats to 1 1-bed and 1 3-bed flats).
Application Reference: DC/25/140884
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (68) ‘Tree Protection’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The submission provides a drawing which shows specific trees that are to be retained around the development site being protected where they abut the proposed hoarding line. Otherwise if they are outside of the hoarding line or are to be removed then nothing is shown in relation to them.
Whilst we can see no cause for concern here we are aware of local feelings related to the loss of around 12 mature trees around the Leegate development site including all four trees along the western side of Leyland Road.
Application Reference: DC/25/140894
Application Address: 7 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: Demolition of existing rear single storey lean-to extension and the construction of replacement rear extension incorporating a courtyard.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This is a slightly idiosyncratic rear extension moving the proposed single storey extension away from the rear main building wall and creating a small courtyard in the process. The proposed works largely preserve the existing building form and massing and the relationship with the neighbouring property has been well considered. All-in-all LMS should have no concerns.
Application Reference: DC/25/141107
Application Address: 122 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Contorted Weeping Willow tree (T1) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 3m from 9m to 6m, SPREAD by 2m from 7m to 5m. CROWN THIN by 25%
REASON: Reduction on all laterals and verticals, back to appropriate growth points, as part of regular maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/141205
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material in connection with the planning permission (DC/22/126997) dated 1 November 2024 dated, to amend the wording for Condition (62)(a) ‘Waste Water’.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have ACCEPTED that the proposed change to Condition 62a of the above noted works are non-material and have therefore granted the proposed change to include the words ‘other than demolition and …’.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works as a result of LBL’s approval of DC/25/140479 (which deals with a similar matter of excluding demolition works from the Condition text).
However, on 15th September 2025 there were no documents uploaded on the planning portal that could be reviewed by LMS for this application but that on 22nd September 2025 Lewisham Council issued their Decision Notice ACCEPTING the proposed change. This gave LMS no real prospect of reviewing the application.
LMS have written to LBL and reminded them of their legal obligation to make such applications available to interested third parties.
Application Reference: DC/25/141239
Application Address: 32 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Russian Olive tree (T1) CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 2m from 10m to 8m, Spread by 2m from 7m to 5m. CROWN LIFT to 5m above ground level.
REASON: Excessive shading in the garden and starting to interfere with neighbour’s plants.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have issued a ‘RAISE NO OBJECTION’ to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works which were to an individual relatively mature rear garden tree that is proposed to be subjected only to general maintenance works and as such we saw no reason to object.
(LMS were unable to review this submission on the basis that LB of Lewisham failed to upload the associated documents within a reasonable time to allow interested parties to review the proposed works. Documents were unavailable for review on 15th September 2025 but the application was determined on 22nd September 2025 giving LMS no real prospect of reviewing the application). LMS have complained to LBL and reminded them of their legal obligation to make applications fully available for review to interested third parties).
Application Reference: DC/25/141240
Application Address: 106 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Sycamore tree CROWN REDUCTION Ht by 4m from 15m to 11m. Spread by 3m from 7m to 4m.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have issued a ‘RAISE NO OBJECTION’ to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the proposed works which were to a significant front garden tree but the works proposed are only for general maintenance which we saw no reason to object to.
(LMS were unable to review this submission on the basis that LB of Lewisham failed to upload the associated documents within a reasonable time to allow interested parties to review the proposed works. Documents were unavailable for review on 15th September 2025 but the application was determined on 22nd September 2025 giving LMS no real prospect of reviewing the application). LMS have complained to LBL and reminded them of their legal obligation to make applications fully available for review to interested third parties).
Application Reference: DC/25/141356
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 55-Site Waste Management and Circular Economy of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
A ‘Monitoring and Reporting Strategy for Circular Economy Commitments’ has been submitted dated (around) May 2022. The various detailed statements made appear overall to be reasonable and we can see no reason to object. One matter that could be worth commenting on is that only passing mention is made as to the possible finding of asbestos and other hazardous materials within the demolition stage of works and that these materials could have been better dealt with within this document.
Application Reference: DC/25/141379
Application Address: 13 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Pear tree (T1) Ht 10m Fell to ground level.
REASON: Tree showing signs of dieback in canopy & two large limbs failed this year. Large cavity in base suggesting a fungal pathogen targeting the roots. The weakened structure & failing limbs make it a high risk.
Although a crown reduction will help keep green cover it will not be a good long term solution given the poor physiological and structural state. Work undertaken to prevent any health & safety issues in the future. Another pear will be planted as a replacement.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This is an individual tree within an area of many rear garden trees and its loss will be relatively unnoticed. We can see no reason to object.
JULY / AUGUST 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: Whilst this application has been recommended for a ’Conditional’ APPROVAL by Lewisham Council (around April 2025) no Decision Notice has yet been issued. We understand this is because of the drafting of a Section 106 Agreement between Lewisham Council and the Applicant. As such contracts can take a good deal of time to finalise and we will comment again on this application only when the signed Agreement is formally issued.
Previous posts set out LMS’s position on this application.
Application Reference: DC/25/140265
Application Address: 7 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal: External works to front garden including changes to the existing boundary wall and the rebuilding of piers, enlargement of vehicular driveway and the installation of gates. New bin and bike stores, removal of the ramp and reinstating original stepped access, together with the installation of replacement timber double glazed windows in the elevations and all associated works and landscaping
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED approval to the works.
LMS were in general supportive of the works but did object to the use of ‘planted-on’ glazing bars to the proposed new front elevation windows. The Applicant stated to LBL that they hadn’t proposed such glazing bars and LMS were asked if we would remove our Objection. We pointed out the drawing that showed the proposed ‘planted-on’ glazing bars and LBL never responded back to us. They then approved the works showing that it had always been the Applicant’s intention to use ‘planted-on’ glazing bars. The Decision Notice states that ‘it is regrettable the proposal does not include full glazing, the difference would not be perceptible from the public realm due to the depth of the front garden’. Despite being contradicted by their own Design Guidelines LBL have approved the works which over time will become detrimental to the Conservation Area as the glues holding the glazing bars to the windows will at some point fail.
Application Reference: DC/25/140315
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 70-CIL Phasing of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Application made by London Square pursuant to the discharge of one of the Conditions of Decision Notice DC/22/126997 which contains phasing drawings for both the site clearance and Demolition Works (Phase 1) and Construction Works of the Leegate Development (Phases 2-5 for Blocks A – C and Public Realm Works respectively).
LMS see no reason to object to these submissions.
Application Reference: DC/25/140380
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 69-Phasing Plan (Land Extents) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This submission provides the same Site Clearance, Demolition and Construction Works Phasing Drawings as were earlier provided with Application ref DC/25/140315 (for approval of Condition 70).
LMS have no issues with the submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140401
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 58-UXO of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED approval to the submission for Condition 58 of the approved Leegate development works.
The detailed report by Brimstone on behalf of London Square states that ‘Brimstone concludes that unexploded ordnance (UXO) poses a LOW and MODERATE RISK to the proposed works’.
LMS have no technical or expert knowledge related to UXB and therefore did not comment on this Submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140436
Application Address: Leegate House, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8RR
Application Proposal: Retrospective Advertisement Consent for the display of one 8.5 metre high temporary banner advertisement on northern elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Whilst this is a retrospective application LMS have no concerns in principle with this large ‘advertisement hoarding’ which has already been installed.
This Application is currently unavailable to view on the Planning Portal.
Application Reference: DC/25/140450
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Partially retrospective planning permission for the demolition and construction of a single storey rear extension, together with the installation of ventilation and extraction equipment to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have Objected to this retrospective Planning Application on the basis that the proposed single storey rear extension almost certainly exceeds the 50% allowance of permitted rear garden/yard development over the area of the original rear garden as so little garden is left remaining. We have pointed out that this is not permitted ‘under any circumstances’ according to the ‘Alterations and extensions SPD’ clause 4.2.3.
A previous Application (DC/24/136993) for ‘the installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and associated works’ was withdrawn by the Applicant around October 2024.
Application Reference: DC/25/140479
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/22/126997) dated 01 November 2024, for the ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings up to 15-storeys (including basement level) to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’, in order to allow the rewording of Condition (72) to read:- Prior to the commencement of development (excluding demolition), a scheme of floodplain storage mitigation.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have APPROVED this S.96A application to amend Condition 72 of approved Planning Application DC/22/126997 to remove ‘demolition works’ from the scope of the Floodplain Mitigation submission works. If demolition spoil is now left on site for any amount of time it could remove existing floodplain mitigation allowances on the site.
Application Reference: DC/25/140489
Application Address: 15 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: The construction of a single-storey rear extension and all associated works.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission for the proposed works.
LMS had no concerns for this well designed single storey rear garden extension.
Application Reference: DC/25/140599
Application Address: 32 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey extension to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
A very pleasant rear ground floor extension. No reasons for LMS to be concerned in any way about this.
Application Reference: DC/25/140723
Application Address: 20C Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Sycamore (T1)(ht.8m) FELL.
Reason: very close proximity to electrical building, growth causing damage to ground in small garden. Suitable sized replacement will be planted in close proximity of the felled tree either a mountain ash or a small fruit tree – eco piles to be left in the corner of the garden.
REAR: ONE Oak (T2)(ht.10m) REDUCE HEIGHT 2m to 8m from 10m. LATERAL REDUCTION by 1 m from 2m on all compass points.
Reason: Routine maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no particular concerns but could not exactly identify the trees in question.
Application Reference: DC/25/140732
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the approval of a Minor Material Amendment to planning permission ref. DC/22/126997, as amended by s96a Non-Material Amendment dated 30 June 2025 (DC/25/140113) – ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’ comprising revisions to the consented scheme that includes: 59 no. additional residential units (from 561no. to 620no.); Increase in quantum of affordable housing from 36.2% to 46.3% (by habitable room); Changes to residential unit mix; Changes to massing of Blocks A, B and C, including an increase in the maximum height of Building A1 from the consented 15 storeys to 17 storeys; Reduction in residential and commercial car parking (provision of 21no residential and 1no. commercial blue badge bays); Removal of Block A basement; Relocation of the medical centre to the ground floor of Block B; Reduction in overall commercial floorspace; Revised energy strategy from individual Exhaust Air Source Heat Pumps to a Communal Air Source Heat Pump system; Variation of Planning Conditions.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The date for Comments to Lewisham Council on this significant Application has a deadline of 29th August 2025.
LMS are continuing to review this application and are drawing up a detailed Objection for submission to Lewisham Council in relation to the proposed heights of buildings within this development which exceed the normally accepted maximum heights set out with the recently legally adopted Lewisham Local Plan in relation to this site. For this ‘Minor Material Amendment’ (as the developer has entitled it) there are around 237 documents which have been submitted.
Application Reference: DC/25/140774
Application Address: Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road, London, SE13 5NB
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 1-Soft Landscaping Details of Prior Approval DC/22/128559 dated 15th March 2023 at Hither Green Railway Station.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The proposed landscaping works are to fulfil a Condition of the previous approved Application (noted in the title).
LMS welcomes the Nature Reserve between the two sets of tracks but doubt whether it will be made open to public use.
Application Reference: DC/25/140777
Application Address: 48 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Class E of Schedule 2, Part 1, of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) for the construction of an outbuilding at 48 Manor Lane SE13.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS sees no issues with this small rear garden outbuilding.
Application Reference: DC/25/140778
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (5) ‘Construction Logistics Plan’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have generally reviewed the proposed Logistics Plan and could not see anything that gave us particular cause for concern other than the fact that no aspect of the ‘phasing’ of works appears to have been taken account of. Otherwise some construction traffic is shown exiting from Leyland Road onto Eltham Road (heading towards Kidbrooke) and this traffic has to cross on-coming westbound traffic. This is far from ideal but may be necessary. We have issued a comment to Lewisham Council related to the phasing of construction works but are otherwise happy not to object to this submission for approval of Condition 5. That is not to say however that local residents immediate to the area of the demolition and construction works may have their own concerns.
Application Reference: DC/25/140792
Application Address: 32 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement doors and windows on all elevations and replacement of front boundary picket fence.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have Objected to this Application on the basis of the likelihood of the use of ‘planted-on’ glazing bars to the proposed front elevation windows of this property contrary to guidance given within the Lewisham Council document ‘Alterations and extension – supplementary planning guidance’ adopted April 2019.
Application Reference: DC/25/140863
Application Address: 3 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8HL
Application Proposal: Reconfiguration of the existing 2, two- bedroom flats to form 1, one-bedroom and 1, three-bedroom self-contained flats.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The works appear to be wholly internal with no external works at all proposed. On that basis LMS can see no grounds to object to the proposed works to change the current two 2-bed flats to 1 1-bed and 1 3-bed flats.
Application Reference: DC/25/140884
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition (68) ‘Tree Protection’ of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The submission provides a drawing which shows specific trees that are to be retained around the development site being protected where they abut the proposed hoarding line. Otherwise if they are outside of the hoarding line or are to be removed then nothing is shown in relation to them.
Whilst we can see no cause for concern here we are aware of local feelings related to the loss of around 12 mature trees around the Leegate development site including all four trees along the western side of Leyland Road.
JUNE / JULY 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: AWAITING FORMAL DECISION BUT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
LMS reviewed the proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
A Committee Meeting held on 22nd April 2025 has recommended APPROVAL of this Outline Planning Application (with all matters reserved except ‘Access’) subject to completion of a satisfactory Section 106 legal agreement and subject to (16) conditions.
This Application remains unresolved for some months now and no Decision Notice appears to have been issued by Lewisham Council.
Application Reference: DC/25/140080
Application Address: 156A Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LP
Application Proposal: REAR (no.158): ONE Olive tree (T2)(ht.5m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m, REDUCE SPREAD by 1m from 3m to 2m.
Reason: routine maintenance.
REAR: ONE Cherry tree (T3)(ht.4m) FELL.
Reason: the tree is dead, duty to replace applies.
STATUS: London Borough of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no issues with the Application.
Application Reference: DC/25/140111
Application Address: 140 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: Subdivision of the garden of 140 Manor Lane SE12 and construction of a 2 storey plus roofspace dwelling house facing Hereford Gardens, Longhurst Road SE12.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has GRANTED Planning Permission for the proposed new development.
The Applicants and their Architect had previously discussed their proposals with LMS and we agreed that whilst technically the property and its proposed new house were in the Conservation Area we would not object as the new dwelling itself fronts onto Longhurst Road/Hereford Gardens and as such does not directly affect the Conservation Area.
LMS had responded to an immediate neighbour’s concerns over the proposed works stating that LMS were not intending on objecting to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/140113
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/22/126997) dated 01 November 2024, for the ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings up to 15-storeys (including basement level) to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’, in order to amend the Description of Development.
STATUS: London Borough of Lewisham have GRANTED approval to the proposed re-wording of the Decision Notice to exclude the words ‘up to 15 storeys (including basement)’.
LBL received 87 Objections and 2 Supports to this s.96A ‘non-material’ Application but still found in favour of the Developer Applicant which should come as absolutely no surprise to the residents of Lewisham.
LMS had submitted a detailed 11-page Objection to this proposed ‘non-material’ change. See www.leemanorsociety.org ‘News’ item dated 7th June 2025 for full details.
Application Reference: DC/25/140265
Application Address: 7 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal: External works to front garden including changes to the existing boundary wall and the rebuilding of piers, enlargement of vehicular driveway and the installation of gates. New bin and bike stores, removal of the ramp and reinstating original stepped access, together with the installation of replacement timber double glazed windows in the elevations and all associated works and landscaping
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have no concerns with the proposals in general but have (yet again) submitted an Objection to the use of ‘planted-on’ glazing bars to a number of the proposed new windows which remain contrary to design guidance provided by the London Borough of Lewisham.
Application Reference: DC/25/140305
Application Address: 39 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QW
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Acacia Tree (T1) (ht. 12m) FELL.
Reason: Following a consultation with an arborist we have been informed the tree is structurally unsound and needs to be felled. This tree is right up against the boundary fence and the trunk hangs over our neighbour’s fence and garden, we are very concerned about it falling onto our neighbours property as would cause considerable damage. Due to the proximity of its location to the neighbouring property we would like to request permission not to plant a replacement tree in its place once removed.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed felling works.
LMS raised a ‘light-touch’ objection that no Aborist’s evidence had been provided to show that the tree in question was structurally unsound.
Application Reference: DC/25/140315
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 70-CIL Phasing of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Application made by London Square pursuant to the discharge of one of the Conditions of Decision Notice DC/22/126997 which contains phasing drawings for both the site clearance and Demolition Works (Phase 1) and Construction Works of the Leegate Development (Phases 2-5 for Blocks A – C and Public Realm Works respectively).
LMS see no reason to object to these submissions.
Application Reference: DC/25/140380
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 69-Phasing Plan (Land Extents) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This submission provides the same Site Clearance, Demolition and Construction Works Phasing Drawings as were earlier provided with Application ref DC/25/140315 (for approval of Condition 70).
LMS have no issues with the submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140401
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 58-UXO of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
The detailed report by Brimstone on behalf of London Square concludes that ‘Brimstone concludes that unexploded ordnance (UXO) poses a LOW and MODERATE RISK to the proposed works’.
LMS have no technical or expert knowledge related to UXB and will therefore not comment on this Submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140436
Application Address: Leegate House, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8RR
Application Proposal: Retrospective Advertisement Consent for the display of one 8.5 metre high temporary banner advertisement on northern elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Whilst this is a retrospective application LMS have no concerns in principle with this large ‘advertisement hoarding’ which has already been installed.
Application Reference: DC/25/140450
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Partially retrospective planning permission for the demolition and construction of a single storey rear extension, together with the installation of ventilation and extraction equipment to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET REVIEWED BY LMS
There are not yet any documents uploaded on the Planning Portal for this Application.
A previous Application (DC/24/136993) for ‘the installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and associated works’ was withdrawn by the Applicant around October 2024.
Application Reference: DC/25/140453
Application Address: Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road, London, SE13 5NB
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 2-External Lighting and Condition 4-Materials and Design Quality of Prior Approval DC/22/128559 dated 15th March 2023 at Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road SE13.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has GRANTED approval to this lighting submission.
LMS had no issues with this submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140479
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/22/126997) dated 01 November 2024, for the ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings up to 15-storeys (including basement level) to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’, in order to allow the rewording of Condition (72) to read:- Prior to the commencement of development (excluding demolition), a scheme of floodplain storage mitigation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This submission is a further s.96A proposed ‘non-material amendment’.
It appears to want to be able to allow ‘demolition’ works of the existing Leegate development to take place BEFORE a scheme has been approved for Floodplain Storage Mitigation works by LBL.
The reason given by LBL for Condition 72 of the currently approved Planning Approval (DC/22/126997) is ‘to prevent an increase in flooding to other developments and to the surrounding built environment, in line with the National Planning Policy Framework…and the London Borough of Lewisham’s Core Strategy (Policy 10)’.
LMS cannot see therefore how effectively removing the demolition works aspect of the overall construction works from this Condition could possibly be seen as a non-material amendment because if the Floodplain works are not approved prior to demolition works taking place, then such floodplain works as may be required could potentially overwhelm adjoining sites if nothing is submitted to mitigate such a catastrophe. LMS has submitted a simple Objection stating that demolition works could directly affect the existing Floodplain mitigation measures for and around the Leegate site and as such an approval in principle to the main issues of Condition 72 should be agreed before any development works are carried out.
Application Reference: DC/25/140489
Application Address: 15 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: The construction of a single-storey rear extension and all associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
A very pleasant contemporary rear single-storey extension which LMS have no issues with.
Application Reference: DC/25/140599
Application Address: 32 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey extension to the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
A very pleasant rear ground floor extension. No reasons for LMS to be concerned in any way about this.
MAY / JUNE 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9 self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: AWAITING FORMAL DECISION BUT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
LMS reviewed the proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area. A Committee Meeting held on 22nd April 2025 has recommended APPROVAL of this Outline Planning Application (with all matters reserved except ‘Access’) subject to completion of a satisfactory Section 106 legal agreement and subject to (16) conditions.
Application Reference: DC/25/139041
Application Address: Mayfields Hostel, 47 Burnt Ash Hill, London, SE12 0AE
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Logistics Plan (Stage 1), Condition 7-Construction Environmental Management Plan (Stage 1), Condition 15 – Tree Protection Plan, and Condition 26-Non-Road Mobile Machinery of planning permission DC/23/132184 dated 1st February 2024
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED approval for the submission of documents related to those conditions noted above.
LMS have no concerns from a Conservation Area perspective.
Application Reference: DC/25/139252
Application Address: 68 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a replacement single storey garden room in the rear garden.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission. LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139385
Application Address: 136 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement double-glazed timber windows and door in the front elevation
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission for the proposed works.
LMS initially Objected to the proposed front garden works as no details were provided for those works, but removed its objection when those works were removed from the scheme. LMS had no issues with the proposed new window and door works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139433
Application Address: 86 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of a rooflights.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission.
This approval is aligned with the approval previously given for ref DC/24/138339 for a similar rooftop extension at 80 Manor Lane (now nearing construction completion).
Application Reference: DC/25/139475
Application Address: 34 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and rear elevation.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission.
LMS submitted an objection to the proposed works based on the use of a ‘chamfered’ horn detail and on the proposed use of ‘planted on’ intermediate glazing bars to the proposed new windows.
Application Reference: DC/25/139895
Application Address: Pentland House, Old Road, London, SE13 5SZ
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 4-Building Record of Listed Building Consent DC/22/128637 dated 5th December 2022.
STATUS: GRANTED by LB of Lewisham.
LMS had no issues with this record submission of documents which included:
- A statement of significance and research objectives relating to this part of the building;
- A review of the findings and the photographic recording, and;
- Proposals for post-investigation archival deposition of resulting report.
Application Reference: DC/25/140050
Application Address: 48 Hedgley Street, London, SE12 8PE
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension to the main roofslope and outrigger projection roofslope, together with replacement slate roof tiles and other associated works.
STATUS: REFUSED by LB of Lewisham.
Typical reasoning given includes:
‘The proposed rear roof extension, by reason of its scale, bulk, and unsympathetic design, would harm the character and appearance of the host property and the Lee Manor Conservation Area. It fails to comply with the guidance in the Alterations and Extensions SPD and does not demonstrate the exceptional design quality expected for development in sensitive heritage contexts. The harm identified is not outweighed by any public benefits’.
LMS had Objected to the proposed works much in line with the information given within the Refusal Notice.
Application Reference: DC/25/140080
Application Address: 156A Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LP
Application Proposal: REAR (no.158): ONE Olive tree (T2)(ht.5m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m, REDUCE SPREAD by 1m from 3m to 2m.
Reason: routine maintenance.
REAR: ONE Cherry tree (T3)(ht.4m) FELL.
Reason: the tree is dead, duty to replace applies.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS see no reason to object to these proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/140111
Application Address: 140 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: Subdivision of the garden of 140 Manor Lane SE12 and construction of a 2 storey plus roofspace dwelling house facing Hereford Gardens, Longhurst Road SE12.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The Applicants and their Architect have previously discussed their proposals with LMS and we agreed that whilst technically the property and its proposed new house were in the Conservation Area we would not object as the new dwelling itself fronts onto Longhurst Road/Hereford Gardens and as such does not directly affect the Conservation Area.
LMS has responded to an immediate neighbour’s concerns over the proposed works stating that LMS are not intending on objecting to the works.
Application Reference: DC/25/140113
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/22/126997) dated 01 November 2024, for the ‘Proposed development at Leegate Shopping Centre SE12, bounded by Burnt Ash Road, Eltham Road, Leyland Road and Carston Close, for the demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of buildings up to 15-storeys (including basement level) to provide a comprehensive mixed use development including residential (Use Class C3), flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E), a community centre (Use Class F2) and a public house (Sui Generis), together with associated public realm, landscaping and highways improvements, vehicular access, car parking and servicing arrangements, cycle parking and stores, and all other ancillary works’, in order to amend the Description of Development.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
1. An application for a non-material change to the ‘Description of Development’ within the Decision Notice of the approved Planning Permission given by Lewisham Council under Application ref DC/22/126997 (approved 1st November 2024). The change appears to be only the removal of the words ‘up to 15-storeys (including basement level)…’ after the words ‘and the constructions of buildings’ approximately halfway through the description shown above.
2. It is assumed (based on publicly available evidence) that this is a change in preparation for a further (non-material) Section 73 application to increase the height of the main front tower Block A1 building and the significant increase in the overall provision of housing units on the site.
3. If the wording of the original application were not to be amended as proposed then the changes that Developer London Square are soon expected to formally propose would not be permissible as non-material changes because they would not comply with the description of proposed works contained within the original Application.
4. LMS have submitted a detailed 11-page Objection to this proposed ‘non-material’ change. See www.leemanorsociety.org ‘News’ item dated 7th June 2025 for full details.
Application Reference: DC/25/140265
Application Address: 7 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal: External works to front garden including changes to the existing boundary wall and the rebuilding of piers, enlargement of vehicular driveway and the installation of gates. New bin and bike stores, removal of the ramp and reinstating original stepped access, together with the installation of replacement timber double glazed windows in the elevations and all associated works and landscaping
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have no concerns with the proposals in general but have (yet again) submitted an Objection to the use of ‘planted-on’ glazing bars to a number of the proposed new windows which remain contrary to design guidance provided by the London Borough of Lewisham.
Application Reference: DC/25/140270
Application Address: 18 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Japanese Crab Apple (T1)(ht.5m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m to 2m from 5m. LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 4m.
Reason: To remove major deadwood and General Maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS had no objections to the general tree maintenance.
Application Reference: DC/25/140305
Application Address: 39 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QW
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Acacia Tree (T1) (ht. 12m) FELL.
Reason: Following a consultation with an arborist we have been informed the tree is structurally unsound and needs to be felled. This tree is right up against the boundary fence and the trunk hangs over our neighbour’s fence and garden, we are very concerned about it falling onto our neighbours property as would cause considerable damage. Due to the proximity of its location to the neighbouring property we would like to request permission not to plant a replacement tree in its place once removed.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Currently under review by LMS.
Application Reference: DC/25/140315
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 70-CIL Phasing of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Application made by London Square pursuant to the discharge of one of the Conditions of Decision Notice DC/22/126997 which contains phasing drawings for both the site clearance and Demolition Works (Phase 1) and Construction Works of the Leegate Development (Phases 2-5 for Blocks A – C and Public Realm Works respectively).
LMS sees no reason to object to these submissions.
Application Reference: DC/25/140380
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 69-Phasing Plan (Land Extents) of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This submission provides the same Site Clearance, Demolition and Construction Works Phasing Drawings as were earlier provided with Application ref DC/25/140315 (for approval of Condition 70).
LMS have no issues with the submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140401
Application Address: Leegate Shopping Centre, Leegate, London, SE12
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 58-UXO of planning permission DC/22/126997 dated 1st November 2024.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
The detailed report by Brimstone on behalf of London Square concludes that ‘Brimstone concludes that unexploded ordnance (UXO) poses a LOW and MODERATE RISK to the proposed works’.
LMS have no technical or expert knowledge related to UXB and will therefore not comment on this Submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140436
Application Address: Leegate House, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8RR
Application Proposal: Retrospective Advertisement Consent for the display of one 8.5 metre high temporary banner advertisement on northern elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Whilst this is a retrospective application LMS have no concerns in principle with this large ‘advertisement hoarding’ which has already been installed.
Application Reference: DC/25/140453
Application Address: Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road, London, SE13 5NB
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 2-External Lighting and Condition 4-Materials and Design Quality of Prior Approval DC/22/128559 dated 15th March 2023 at Hither Green Railway Station, Staplehurst Road SE13.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS sees no concerns with this submission of details pursuant to approval of one of the Conditions of the Decision Notice related to ref DC/22/128559.
APRIL / MAY 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: AWAITING FORMAL DECISION BUT RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
For further detail see earlier posts.
Application Reference: DC/25/139011
Application Address: 1 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement timber windows to the front elevation.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham.
LMS had objected to this proposal on the basis that where new windows are proposed (rather than refurbished existing windows) it should be possible to provide ‘functional’ intermediate glazing bars that accept new double glazed slimline panels with dimensions for the glazing bars that very closely match those of the existing windows. These proposals breach the Lewisham document ‘Alterations and extensions – supplementary planning guidance’ adopted by the Council in April 2019. Planted-on glazing bars have no proven life span and will eventually fail and fall away from the windows in questions. Such features are unlikely to last the design life span of standard functional timber windows and will in time be detrimental to the Conservation area as a whole.
Application Reference: DC/25/139031
Application Address: 15 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and side elevations.
STATUS: GRANTED.
LMS had discussions with the Applicant about ‘planted on’ central glazing bars that affects 7 of the 12 individual windows that are to be upgraded. We have agreed not to object to this on the basis that the existing original windows are to be wholly refurbished as far as the state of the timber allows and as such the original windows are to be preserved. We submitted a statement supporting this proposal but making clear we would in future review all such similar cases on an individual basis.
Application Reference: DC/25/139041
Application Address: Mayfields Hostel, 47 Burnt Ash Hill, London, SE12 0AE
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Logistics Plan (Stage 1), Condition 7-Construction Environmental Management Plan (Stage 1), Condition 15 – Tree Protection Plan, and Condition 26-Non-Road Mobile Machinery of planning permission DC/23/132184 dated 1st February 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
No concerns from a Conservation Area perspective.
Application Reference: DC/25/139103
Application Address: 63 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension, installation of two rooflights in the front slope and a replacement slate roof covering.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham. LMS had submitted an objection to the proposed works based on breaches of the Lewisham document ‘Alterations and extensions – supplementary planning guidance’ adopted by the Council in April 2019.
Application Reference: DC/25/139252
Application Address: 68 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a replacement single storey garden room in the rear garden.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS see no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139385
Application Address: 136 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement double-glazed timber windows and door in the front elevation, installation of a tiled path to the front garden and associated works to the front garden and boundary.
STATUS: After nearly one month of waiting documents have now been uploaded by Lewisham Council for this Application.
LMS have no particular concerns over the proposed replacement door/windows to part of the front elevation, but have objected to the proposed front garden works as no details whatsoever have been provided to show what the proposed works consist of other than what is noted in the Application Statement above.
Application Reference: DC/25/139433
Application Address: 86 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of a rooflights.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This proposal seeks to extend an existing small rear loft conversion to match a similar ‘contemporary’ loft conversion recently given Planning Permission to a property three doors away from this property.
Application Reference: DC/25/139475
Application Address: 34 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and rear elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have submitted an objection to the proposed works based on the use of a ‘chamfered’ horn detail and on the proposed use of ‘planted on’ intermediate glazing bars to the proposed new windows.
Application Reference: DC/25/139895
Application Address: Pentland House, Old Road, London, SE13 5SZ
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 4-Building Record of Listed Building Consent DC/22/128637 dated 5th December 2022.
STATUS: Further to listed building consent works proposed under ref DC/22/128637 (granted LBC on 5th December 2022) a condition was set requiring the submission of documents to follow within 6 months of completion of the agreed works. These included:
- A statement of significance and research objectives relating to this part of the building;
- A review of the findings and the photographic recording, and;
- Proposals for post-investigation archival deposition of resulting report.
It is these documents that form this Application submission.
Application Reference: DC/25/140050
Application Address: 48 Hedgley Street, London, SE12 8PE
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension to the main roofslope and outrigger projection roofslope, together with replacement slate roof tiles and other associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS currently reviewing proposals.
MARCH / APRIL 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
As Consultees ‘Highways’ have raised no concerns with the Outline Application for the proposed development on the basis that they will ‘be more focussed on the Reserved Matters Consent, as this will provide the information affecting site access, servicing or delivery arrangements, and any impacts on the local highways’. A number of other consultees have provided their comments on this proposal but in general they have highlighted matters that will need further review/submission/etc if LB of Lewisham gives approval to the outline planning permission.
LMS have reviewed the current proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and have submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/25/138378
Application Address: 70 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for Minor Material Amendments in connection with the planning permission (DC/23/133738) dated 08/01/2024, for the variation of Condition (2) (Approved Drawings) in order to allow:- External material changes with the zinc standing seam roof being replaced with slate roof graphite.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham.
This application was for a retrospective proposal to change the roofing material from VM zinc standing seam to slate tiling to the ground floor rear extension building which has already been constructed. LMS saw no reason to object to this proposed retrospective change.
Application Reference: DC/25/138897
Application Address: 36 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Construction of roof extension to the rear roof slope and installation of roof lights in front roof slope.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have REFUSED Planning Permission for this proposed contemporary loft extension on the basis that ‘the proposed rear roof extension and front rooflights, by reason of siting and excessive scale and massing, would result in an overly dominant and unsympathetic form of development that would fail to respect the original architecture and form of the host building and wider roofscape, and would harm the character of the Lee Manor Conservation Area’.
LMS did raise an objection to the proposed contemporary loft extension but in the light of recent successful Appeals to Refusals for similar proposals elsewhere within the Conservation Area we considered that this application might win approval. Apparently pre-application advice that such a proposal would be refused was not taken into account by the Applicant.
Our objections were on the basis that firstly, the proposed works do not comply with guidelines provided by the LB of Lewisham for size of the rear dormer and secondly, on the basis that such an extension, whether contemporary or traditional, will unbalance the properties on either side of the Wantage Road junction with Micheldever Road when these properties are seen from their rears – unusually this loft extension will be highly visible from Wantage Road unlike most ‘contemporary’ loft extensions developed within the Lee Manor Conservation area. There is little if any precedent for this type of loft conversion in this particular area of the CA from which such a proposal might otherwise benefit. Finally, we objected to the proposal for two rooflights to the front roof slope of the property as most properties along Micheldever Road, where they have such rooflights at all, generally only have a single ‘conservation style’ roofight.
LMS would expect this Refusal may be Appealed.
Application Reference: DC/25/139011
Application Address: 1 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement timber windows to the front elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This application can be directly compared to Application ref DC/25/139031 (see above) insofar as the latter has applied to re-use its existing windows with planted on central glazing bars, whereas this application is applying to completely renew its windows but also with planted on central/intermediate glazing bars – it lists 7 Effingham Road as precedent for doing similar window upgrades. (The application does not clearly refer to ‘planted on’ glazing bars but does state in its ‘Specification’: ‘Conservation Glazing Bars: 21mm slimline timber glazing bars with ovolo moulding internally and externally bars are moulded to replicate traditional putty line. 3M glazing tape is used to achieve maximum adhesion, strength and security’ which in LMS’s opinion is referring to planted on glazing bars). LMS have objected to this proposal on the basis that where new windows are proposed (rather than refurbished existing windows) it should be possible to provide ‘functional’ intermediate glazing bars that accept new double glazed panels with dimensions for the glazing bars that very closely match those of the existing windows.
Application Reference: DC/25/138916
Application Address: 8 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal:
ONE Ash(T1)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T2) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 11m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash (T3) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T4)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T5)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 11m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash (T6) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m,. CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T7)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11 meters to 9 meters. CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Dead Sycamore(T8)(ht. 8m)FELL to ground level.
Reason: Sycamore is dead. Tree replanting proposal: There are also plans to replant either a mountain Ash or a Silver birch, one of these species will be planted in close proximity to T8.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
This property has a significant tree coverage in its rear garden and appears to be in need of a good level of maintenance as a result. LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/138978
Application Address: 98 Taunton Road, London, SE12 8PB
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear wrap-around extension, installation of rooflights and all associated works
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission for the proposed works.
LMS saw no reason to object to these rear single storey property works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139018
Application Address: 51 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Prunus Cistena (T1) CROWN REDUCTION by 1.5m from 6m to 4.5-5m.
Reason: To maintain its shape.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS raised no objection to the proposed tree works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139031
Application Address: 15 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and side elevations.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have had discussions with the Applicant about ‘planted on’ central glazing bars that affects 7 of the 12 individual windows that are to be upgraded. We have agreed not to object to this on the basis that the existing original windows are to be wholly refurbished as far as the state of the timber allows and as such the original windows are to be preserved. We submitted a statement supporting this proposal but making clear we would in future review all such similar cases on an individual basis.
Application Reference: DC/25/139041
Application Address: Mayfields Hostel, 47 Burnt Ash Hill, London, SE12 0AE
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Logistics Plan (Stage 1), Condition 7-Construction Environmental Management Plan (Stage 1), Condition 15 – Tree Protection Plan, and Condition 26-Non-Road Mobile Machinery of planning permission DC/23/132184 dated 1st February 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
No concerns from a Conservation Area perspective.
Application Reference: DC/25/139103
Application Address: 63 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension, installation of two rooflights in the front slope and a replacement slate roof covering.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED The proposal for this loft conversion includes a ‘mansard’ tiled roof set in between the two proposed rear dormer windows on the rear roof slope. The small mansard roof area is clearly ‘dominant’ with respect to the two dormers and appears not to take account of the guidelines set out in the Lewisham A+E SPD guidance document. As a result LMS have submitted an objection to the works as currently proposed.
Application Reference: DC/25/139113
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/24/138339) dated 11 February 2025, in order to allow:- altering the rear facade to include, design of rear loft windows; adjusting the size or position of the windows (glass and frame), and add dark-coloured, slim, glazing bars to the windows
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED consent to this minor fenestration change to an already approved Planning Application.
LMS had no concerns with the proposed changes.
Application Reference: DC/25/139145
Application Address: 24 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: REAR: THREE Maple trees (T1) left, (T2) middle & (T3) right POLLARDED by 3m from 10m to 7m (Outlined in marked pictures)
REASON: Recommended by tree surgeon.
LATERAL REDUCTION of branches to origin on W
REASON: Overhanging neighbouring garden.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed tree works.
LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139252
Application Address: 68 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a replacement single storey garden room in the rear garden.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS see no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139373
Application Address: 30 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: ONE Indian bean tree (T5) POLLARD REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 9m to 6m, REDUCE CROWN SPREAD by 2m from 6m to 4m.
Reason: Reduce to previous points and remove lowest branch overhanging No.28 – routine maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed tree works.
LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/139433
Application Address: 86 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of a rooflights.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
This proposal seeks to extend an existing small rear loft conversion to match a similar ‘contemporary’ loft conversion recently given Planning Permission to a property three doors away from this property.
Application Reference: DC/25/139475
Application Address: 34 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and rear elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have submitted an objection to the proposed works based on the use of a ‘chamfered’ horn detail and on the proposed use of ‘planted on’ intermediate glazing bars to the proposed new windows.
Application Reference: DC/25/139552
Application Address: 27 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE London Plane tree(T1)(ht. 15m)POLLARD by 2-3m from 15m to 12-13m.
Reason: General maintenance .
REAR: ONE ASH tree(T2)(ht. 10m)POLLARD by 2m from 10m to 8m. Reason: General maintenance. Both trees seen and assessed by an arborist and wishes to do the works after planning is confirmed.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS also saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
FEBRUARY / MARCH 2025 – PLANNING APPLIACTIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/23/133105
Application Address: Garages at land on western side of Millbank Way, London SE12
Application Proposal: Demolition of existing garages and construction of 9 dwelling houses (Use Class C3), together with associated car and cycle parking spaces, refuse and recycling stores, amenity space, landscaping and associated works
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED Planning Permission.
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
As Consultees ‘Highways’ have raised no concerns with the Outline Application for the proposed development on the basis that they will ‘be more focussed on the Reserved Matters Consent, as this will provide the information affecting site access, servicing or delivery arrangements, and any impacts on the local highways’. A number of other consultees have provided their comments on this proposal but in general they have highlighted matters that will need further review/submission/etc if LB of Lewisham gives approval to the outline planning permission.
LMS have reviewed the current proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and have submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/24/138339
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a hipped roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of a rooflight to the front roofslope.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham. (But see DC/25/139113 below).
1. LMS had submitted an objection to the proposed works based on both previously rejected dormer loft proposals for this row of four properties and based on a failure to align proposals with the guidance given with Lewisham’s ‘Alterations and Extensions SPD’ document.
2. The Application was reviewed at a ‘Chair’s Review’ meeting on 4th February 2025 as a direct result of LMS’s objections – the Review delegated a decision to Planning Officers on the basis that previous such contemporary loft developments had been accepted within close vicinity of this property.
3. As a result of not complying with Lewisham guidance documents the proposed extension was required to achieve an exceptional design quality if it was to be approved. Within the delegated Report it was stated that the principle of a large, modern designed roof extension had previously been considered acceptable by the Planning Inspectorate in regards to that at 26 Manor Lane (ref. APP/C5690/D/16/3162228) and 64 Manor Lane (ref. APP/C5690/D/18/3218682), and Officers considered this proposal in that light.
4. No doubt based on a number of LMS’s objections the Applicants in consultation with the Planning Team modified their proposals which then achieved approval – objectors were given no notification of an amended design and could not (and did not) therefore comment on the changes.
5. What appears relatively clear from this approved application is that the LB of Lewisham Planning Team are now prepared to accept modern contemporary rear dormer loft conversions that exceed the provisions of their own development guidance for works within conservation areas, no doubt as a result of a number of successful Planning Appeals that have gone against them.
Application Reference: DC/25/138378
Application Address: 70 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for Minor Material Amendments in connection with the planning permission (DC/23/133738) dated 08/01/2024, for the variation of Condition (2) (Approved Drawings) in order to allow:- External material changes with the zinc standing seam roof being replaced with slate roof graphite.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This application appears to be for a retrospective proposal to change the roofing material from VM zinc standing seam to slate tiling to the ground floor rear extension building which has already been constructed. LMS see no reason to object to this change.
Application Reference: DC/24/138470
Application Address: 22 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey rear extension and installation of rooflights to the extension roof slope.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham.
This was the re-Application of a previously granted permission (ref DC/21/123233) which has now run out of its time constraint for development.
LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/24/138504
Application Address: 47 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QW
Application Proposal: Construction of a single-storey rear wrap-around extension and a dormer extension to the rear roof slope, the installation of rooflights in the front roof slope and all associated works.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham.
This application which had not previously come up under searches for applications within Lee Green before it was Granted Permission and so had not been reviewed.
Looking at the proposals it is unlikely LMS would have objected.
Application Reference: DC/25/138589
Application Address: 23 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement single glazed sash bow windows, with double glazed sash windows in the front elevation.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham.
LMS initially objected to this proposal as the submission did not contain 1:5 details of glazing bars and spacers (if any), a vertical section and a window horn detail (if any), contrary to the requirements set out in Lewisham’s guidance for the replacement of windows in conservation areas. Following submission of further details LMS withdrew their objections subject to LB of Lewisham’s agreement to issue a condition for the horn detail.
Application Reference: DC/25/138595
Application Address: Flat 2B Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ
Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double glazed timber windows in the side and rear elevations.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham. Further to discussion with the Planning Officer LMS withdrew our objection to this proposal for new rear and side windows (which included the use of ‘planted on’ vertical central glazing bars) as the windows are not on the front elevation of the building.
Application Reference: DC/25/138827
Application Address: 71 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LS
Application Proposal:
ONE Eucalyptus (T1)(ht. 10m )FELL to ground and to poison stump with appropriate use of herbicide (eco plugs) to prevent regrowth. Reason for work Tree has outgrown its location and is impacting on drainage.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS have determined not to object to the removal of this non-native mature tree because of its inclination into the back garden area of this property. However, we have requested that LB of Lewisham asks for a substitute tree to be planted in its place.
Application Reference: DC/25/138897
Application Address: 36 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Construction of roof extension to the rear roof slope and installation of roof lights in front roof slope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have objected to this proposed rear roofslope contemporary dormer loft extension on the basis that firstly, it does not comply with guidelines provided by the LB of Lewisham for size of dormer and secondly, on the basis that such an extension, whether contemporary or traditional, will unbalance the properties on either side of the Wantage Road junction with Micheldever Road when these properties are seen from their rears – unusually this loft extension will be highly visible from Wantage Road unlike most ‘contemporary’ loft extensions developed within the Lee Manor Conservation area. There is little if any precedent for this type of loft conversion in this particular area of the CA from which such a proposal might otherwise benefit. Finally, we have also objected to the proposal for two rooflights to the front roof slope of the property as most properties along Micheldever, where they have such rooflights at all, generally only have a single ‘conservation style’ roofight.
Application Reference: DC/25/139011
Application Address: 1 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement timber windows to the front elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This application can be directly compared to Application ref DC/25/139031 (see above) insofar as the latter has applied to re-use its existing windows with planted on central glazing bars, whereas this application is applying to completely renew its windows but also with planted on central/intermediate glazing bars – it lists 7 Effingham Road as precedent for doing similar window upgrades. (The application does not clearly refer to ‘planted on’ glazing bars but does state in its ‘Specification’: ‘Conservation Glazing Bars: 21mm slimline timber glazing bars with ovolo moulding internally and externally bars are moulded to replicate traditional putty line. 3M glazing tape is used to achieve maximum adhesion, strength and security’ which in LMS’s opinion is referring to planted on glazing bars). LMS have objected to this proposal on the basis that where new windows are proposed (rather than refurbished existing windows) it should be possible to provide ‘functional’ intermediate glazing bars that accept new double glazed panels with dimensions for the glazing bars that very closely match those of the existing windows.
Application Reference: DC/25/138916
Application Address: 8 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NP
Application Proposal:
ONE Ash(T1)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T2) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 11m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash (T3) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T4)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T5)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 11m to 8m, CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash (T6) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m,. CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.
ONE Ash(T7)CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 11 meters to 9 meters. CROWN REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 2m to 1m on all compass points (crown diameter 4m to 2m).
Reason: 30% Crown Reduction and remove all deadwood present in canopy also crossing branches to maintain a balanced healthy canopy.ONE Dead Sycamore(T8)(ht. 8m)FELL to ground level.
Reason: Sycamore is dead. Tree replanting proposal: There are also plans to replant either a mountain Ash or a Silver birch, one of these species will be planted in close proximity to T8 .
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This property has a significant tree coverage in its rear garden and appears to be in need of a good level of maintenance as a result. LMS see no reason to raise an objection.
Application Reference: DC/25/138978
Application Address: 98 Taunton Road, London, SE12 8PB
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear wrap-around extension, installation of rooflights and all associated works
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS see no concerns with this single storey rear extension which largely replaces existing single storey extension type buildings but extends to the full width of the rear of the main property.
Application Reference: DC/25/139018
Application Address: 51 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal:
FRONT: ONE Prunus Cistena (T1) CROWN REDUCTION by 1.5m from 6m to 4.5-5m.
Reason: To maintain its shape.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This appears to be general maintenance and LMS see no reason to object.
Application Reference: DC/25/139031
Application Address: 15 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to the front and side elevations.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have had discussions with the Applicant about ‘planted on’ central glazing bars that affects 7 of the 12 individual windows that are to be upgraded. We have agreed not to object to this on the basis that the existing original windows are to be wholly refurbished as far as the state of the timber allows and as such the original windows are to be preserved. We submitted a statement supporting this proposal but making clear we would in future review all such similar cases on an individual basis.
Application Reference: DC/25/139041
Application Address: Mayfields Hostel, 47 Burnt Ash Hill, London, SE12 0AE
Application Proposal:
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Logistics Plan (Stage 1), Condition 7-Construction Environmental Management Plan (Stage 1), Condition 15 – Tree Protection Plan, and Condition 26-Non-Road Mobile Machinery of planning permission DC/23/132184 dated 1st February 2024
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
No concerns from a Conservation Area perspective.
Application Reference: DC/25/139103
Application Address: 63 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension, installation of two rooflights in the front slope and a replacement slate roof covering.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
The proposal for this loft conversion includes a ‘mansard’ tiled roof set in between the two proposed rear dormer windows on the rear roof slope. The small mansard roof area is clearly ‘dominant’ with respect to the two dormers and appears not to take account of the guidelines set out in the Lewisham A+E SPD guidance document. As a result LMS have submitted an objection to the works as currently proposed.
Application Reference: DC/25/139113
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/24/138339) dated 11 February 2025, in order to allow:- altering the rear facade to include, design of rear loft windows; adjusting the size or position of the windows (glass and frame), and add dark-coloured, slim, glazing bars to the windows
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
Application ref DC/24/138339 (see above) was granted planning permission for a contemporary rear roof slope loft conversion on 11th February 2025. This application seeks to modify the glazing/window arrangement which LMS considers is unlikely to raise any concerns.
JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
As Consultees ‘Highways’ have raised no concerns with the Outline Application for the proposed development on the basis that they will ‘be more focussed on the Reserved Matters Consent, as this will provide the information affecting site access, servicing or delivery arrangements, and any impacts on the local highways’. A number of other consultees have provided their comments on this proposal but in general they have highlighted matters that will need further review/submission/etc if LB of Lewisham gives approval to the outline planning permission.
LMS have reviewed the current proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and have submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/24/138114
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Installation of a new shopfront. (Please note advertisement consent ref:- DC/24/138115 below).
STATUS: Works PERMITTED by LB of Lewisham.
LMS had no particular concerns regarding this application for shopfront works but did have concerns over aspects of three other related applications.
Application Reference: DC/24/138115
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally illuminated fascia sign on the front elevation.
STATUS: Works PERMITTED by LB of Lewisham.
LMS submitted an objection to this Application on the basis that the original back-illuminated external fascia proposal contravened Lewisham’s guidance on shop front design within conservation areas as set out in the Lewisham document ‘Shop front design guide SPD’ dated March 2006 page 10. The Applicant subsequently modified its proposal to a painted timber fascia sign that is considered acceptable.
(It is assumed that this application supercedes Application DC/24/137327 – for the same matter – which LMS has also objected to).
Application Reference: DC/24/138337
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a single storey rear extension, installation of replacement front door, timber windows to front and rear, new railings and gate to front, 2m high side boundary wall and alteration to rear elevation.
STATUS: Works PERMITTED by LB of Lewisham.
LMS had no concerns in relation to the ground floor extension proposals generally but did submit a number of detailed comments in relation to the works which were mostly taken account of by the Planning Team and made the subject of Conditions to the approved Application.
Application Reference: DC/24/138339
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a hipped roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of rooflights to the front roofslope.
STATUS: GRANTED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham with no particular conditions.
LMS submitted an objection to the proposed works which directly triggered a Chair’s Review meeting on 4 February 2025, the outcome of which was to delegate the decision to Planning Officers. Changes were made to the proposed works by the Applicants based on LMS’s comments but LMS were not given any further chance to review the changes made.
Application Reference: DC/24/138470
Application Address: 22 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey rear extension and installation of rooflights to the extension roof slope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This is the re-Application of a previously granted permission DC/21/123233 which has now run out of its time constraint for development.
LMS see no reason to object to the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/25/138572
Application Address: 71 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NT
Application Proposal: REAR No. 69: ONE Beech tree(T1)(ht. 12m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 4m to 2.5m on all compass points.
Reason: Tree is in garden of no.69 approx 1m from boundary but currently extends 3m across garden of 71. Reduction proposed is to take this back to previous pruning (>2yrs ago) to have an overhang of 1-1.5m into garden of 71.
REAR 71 : ONE Fig tree(ht. 4m)(ht. 4m) POLLARD HEIGHT by 2m from 4m to 2m, RADIUS by 1.5-2m from 3m to 1-1.5m .
Reason: Proposed reduction of pollarding to bring tree back to balance and restore to manageable size and avoid overhang of neighbouring property.
ONE Eucalyptus(T3)(ht.4m)(Rad. 4m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 0.5m from 4m to 3.5m on all compass point.
Reason: Removal of dead and dying branches. Rot has set in on several stems and may require removal of several stems including main stem to avoid or at least mitigate further damage to tree. Removal of dead and dying branches mainly to South and West. Stems including main stem to avoid or at least mitigate further damage to tree
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works.
LMS consider the proposed works as general maintenance and see no issues.
Application Reference: DC/25/138589
Application Address: 23 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement single glazed sash bow windows, with double glazed sash windows in the front elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have objected to this proposal as the submission does not contain 1:5 details of glazing bars and spacers (if any), a vertical section and a window horn detail (if any), contrary to the requirements set out in Lewisham’s guidance for the replacement of windows in conservation areas.
Application Reference: DC/25/138595
Application Address: Flat 2B Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ
Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double glazed timber windows in the side and rear elevations.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
LMS have objected to this proposal on the basis of the use of ‘planted on’ vertical central glazing bars rather than the use of full glazing bars as the original windows would have had. LB of Lewisham may accept the proposals as they are as the windows are not on the front elevation of the building (albeit the side windows are relatively prominent).
Application Reference: DC/25/138827
Application Address: 71 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LS
Application Proposal: ONE Eucalyptus (T1)(ht. 10m )FELL to ground and to poison stump with appropriate use of herbicide (eco plugs) to prevent regrowth. Reason for work Tree has outgrown its location and is impacting on drainage.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have determined not to object to the removal of this non-native mature tree because of its inclination into the back garden area of this property. However, we have requested that LB of Lewisham asks for a substitute tree to be planted in its place.
Application Reference: DC/25/138897
Application Address: 36 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Construction of roof extension to the rear roof slope and installation of roof lights in front roof slope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have objected to this proposed rear roofslope contemporary dormer loft extension on the basis that firstly, it does not comply with guidelines provided by the LB of Lewisham for size of dormer and secondly, on the basis that such an extension, whether contemporary or traditional, will unbalance the properties on either side of the Wantage Road junction with Micheldever Road when these properties are seen from their rears – unusually this loft extension will be highly visible from Wantage Road unlike most ‘contemporary’ loft extensions developed within the Lee Manor Conservation area. There is little if any precedent for this type of loft conversion in this particular area of the CA from which such a proposal might otherwise benefit. Finally, we have also objected to the proposal for two rooflights to the front roof slope of the property as most properties along Micheldever, where they have such rooflights at all, generally only have a single ‘conservation style’ roofight.
DECEMBER 2024/JANUARY 2025 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
(Note – Applications shown in red were previously reported in the last Summary but remain ‘Undecided’ and on-going).
Application Reference: DC/24/137327
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally-illuminated box sign to shop front.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED but see also new Applications DC/24/138114 and 138115 below.
LMS has submitted an objection to this Application on the basis that back-illuminated external fascia type retail signs contravene Lewisham’s guidance on shop front design within conservation areas as set out in the Lewisham document ‘Shop front design guide SPD’ dated March 2006 page 10. It is assumed however that this application is superceded by Application DC/24/138115.
Application Reference: DC/24/137414
Application Address: 32 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear dormer extension and installation of rooflights to the front roofslope together with all other associated works
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED planning permission for the proposed works.
LMS made no objection due to the previous approval for exact same proposals to the neighbouring property, along with the fact that the majority of nearly 22 properties in this particular ‘terrace’ of properties were all developed along similar lines prior to being brought into the CA.
Application Reference: DC/24/137692
Application Address: 6 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension and the installation of two rooflights at the front roof slope.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED planning permission for the proposed works. Whilst LMS did not object to the proposals (as a result of many similar rear dormer roof extensions at this end Manor Lane), our one comment to Lewisham to try to safeguard the first few rows of existing roof tiles to the rear elevation eaves level has not been taken account of, meaning that only zinc will show on the existing rear roof slope once development has occurred.
Application Reference: DC/24/137781 and 137782
Application Address: Telephone Kiosk outside 115 Burnt Ash Road, London SE12 8RA
Application Proposal: 137781 – Removal of existing telephone box and the installation of 1 no. new telephone communications kiosk with integrated advertising display.
137782 – Advertisement consent for the display of 1 no. digital advertisement within proposed new telephone communications kiosk.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED both Planning Permission applications.
LMS requested conditions based on noise and light levels of the advertising display and Lewisham have consequently applied detailed lighting conditions (both for traffic and pedestrian safety), both during light and dark periods, but no conditions have been applied to any audio that may be emitted by the digital advertising panel.
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
As Consultees ‘Highways’ have raised no concerns with the Outline Application for the proposed development on the basis that they will ‘be more focussed on the Reserved Matters Consent, as this will provide the information affecting site access, servicing or delivery arrangements, and any impacts on the local highways’. A number of other consultees have provided their comments on this proposal but in general they have highlighted matters that will need further review/submission/etc if LB of Lewisham gives approval to this outline planning permission.
LMS have reviewed the current proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except for access)’ and have submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/24/137867
Application Address: 45 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Construction of a part one-storey and part two storey rear extension and replacement of the garage roof, together with alterations to the front and side elevation facades. Addtionally, the installation of an air source heat pump, PV panels, and all other associated work.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has GRANTED planning permission to the Application.
This is a re-issue of a previously approved Application ref DC/24/134388 (decided 2nd April 2024). for which our comments were accepted by the Applicant and approval subsequently given by Lewisham. This new Application has made relatively minor changes to the previous approved application and has added in rear facing roof mounted solar PV panels and an air sourced heat pump (ASHP) floor mounted externally along a rear wall of the property.
LMS saw no reason to object to the proposed minor changes to this new Application nor to the installation of the solar panels and ASHP.
Application Reference: DC/24/138114
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Installation of a new shopfront. (Please note advertisement consent ref:- DC/24/138115 below).
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
There are two related Applications
DC/24/137326 which has been GRANTED planning permission for a Change of use from Class Sui Generis (hot food takeaway) to Class E (Dentist), and;
DC/24/137327 for the display of an internally-illuminated box sign to shop front which is currently UNDECIDED (see above).
There is a further new Application DC/24/138115 – see below.
Documents have recently been uploaded to this Application – LMS to review.
Application Reference: DC/24/138115
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally illuminated fascia sign on the front elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
See notes above for Application DC/24/138114.
This Application appears to be for the same basic proposals as were covered by Application ref DC/24/137327 but with modifications to the size of the proposed back illuminated shop front fascia signage panel.
LMS has submitted an objection to this Application on the basis that back-illuminated external fascia type retail signs contravene Lewisham’s guidance on shop front design within conservation areas as set out in the Lewisham document ‘Shop front design guide SPD’ dated March 2006 page 10.
It is assumed that this application supercedes Application DC/24/137327 which LMS has also objected to.
Application Reference: DC/24/138337
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a single storey rear extension, installation of replacement front door, timber windows to front and rear, new railings and gate to front, 2metre high side boundary wall and alteration to rear elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
In relation to the ground floor extension works LMS have no concerns in general over the proposals.
However, we have submitted comments in relation to (1) the loss of the existing side extension wall (which is a part of the original property and which currently matches the property on the opposite side of Thornwood Road), (2) the use of red brickwork detailing on the new side wall and (3) the proposed brickwork bonding of the new extension and the new side boundary garden wall, as both of these elements are particularly prominent.
Application Reference: DC/24/138339
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a hipped roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation of rooflights to the front roofslope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have submitted an objection to the proposed works on the basis firstly that the proposed works do not comply with the guidance measures set out in the Lewisham A+E SPD document, neither do the proposed works achieve an exceptionally high design quality (which would otherwise be required in order for the guidance measures not to be met) and secondly, that the proposed hipped roof dormer loft extension will unbalance both the short row of 4 properties within which it sits as well as unbalancing the property across the head of Thornwood Road opposite which this property sits.
Application Reference: DC/24/138453
Application Address: 62 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PY
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Apple (T1)(ht.7m) COLLAPSED.
Reason: heavily damaged by wind, fallen over, partially dead. Duty to replace applies.
REAR: ONE Crab Apple (T2)(ht.6m) snapped, part fallen.
Reason: in poor health, heavy ivy growth, snapped and hanging over neighbouring garden. Duty to replace applies. Urgent tree works required for safety reasons to remove the immediate danger, duty to replace dead or immediately dangerous trees.
STATUS: A ‘5 days exception notice’ appears to have been issued by the Applicant due to ‘Urgent tree works required for safety reasons to remove the immediate danger’. One of the two trees is clearly shown collapsed over the rear garden of the property whereas the second tree is difficult to make out. There does not appear to be an immediate risk to anyone other than the owners of the property. However, LB of Lewisham have GRANTED permission for the proposed works. It is stated in the Decision Notice that ‘It is the Councils considered opinion that on inspection of the trees(s) digital images received by the Council, and the description of the trees given to the Council by email 13 December 2024 the removal of the tree(s) is considered to be in accordance with the following section and subsection of the Tree Regulations S.I. 2012/605’.
Lastly, the Council has requested two replacement trees be installed.
Application Reference: DC/24/138470
Application Address: 22 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey rear extension and installation of rooflights to the extension roof slope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED
This is the re-Application of a previously granted permission DC/21/123233 which has now run out of its time constraint for development.
LMS see no reason to object to the proposed works.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2024 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
(Note – Applications shown in red were previously reported in the last Summary but remain ‘Undecided’ and on-going).
Application Reference: DC/24/137106
Application Address: Land On Southbrook Road To The Rear Of, 114 & 116 Burnt Ash Road,
Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Conditions 3, 5-11 and 13 of planning permission
DC/23/131428 dated 18th October 2023.
STATUS: As previously reported the LB of Lewisham APPROVED the submission of details
related to a number of ‘Conditions’ emanating out of the approval of the earlier
Planning Application noted above.
LMS raised a number of concerns in relation to 5 of the submissions related to
Conditions 3, 5 6, 11 and 13 concerning noise mitigation measures, architectural
details, material quality, soft landscaping and obscure glazing. Of the 9 comments
issued by LMS to LB of Lewisham 7 of our comments were satisfactorily resolved
by the issue of the Applicant of new and revised drawings. Two comments appear
unresolved by the Applicant despite Approval being issued by the LB of Lewisham,
albeit only one of these issues is of any concern and that issue relates to the
‘Conditioned’ acoustic properties of the roof and dormer windows to the
proposed properties, which the Applicant appears to show no means of having
achieved the requirements of the stated Condition.
Application Reference: DC/24/137327
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally-illuminated box sign to shop front.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED but see also new Applications DC/24/138114 and
138115 below.
LMS has submitted an objection to this Application on the basis that back-
illuminated external fascia type retail signs contravene Lewisham’s guidance on
shop front design within conservation areas as set out in the Lewisham document
‘Shop front design guide SPD’ dated March 2006 page 10. It is assumed however
that this application is superceded by Application DC/24/138115.
Application Reference: DC/24/137570
Application Address: 3 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8HL
Application Proposal: Construction of a new vehicle crossover, front garden bin storage, and associated
works.
STATUS: REFUSED Planning Permission by LB of Lewisham on the basis ‘of the loss of the
front boundary wall and, soft landscaping in addition to the presence of a car in
the front garden, would result in an unsympathetic form of development that
would cause a modest level of less than substantial harm to the existing character
and appearance of the Lee Manor Conservation Area, with no public benefits
identified to outweigh this harm’.
LMS had lodged an objection to this proposal on the basis that to remove a large
part of the existing front garden wall would damage the character of this part of
Southbrook Road and thus the Lee Manor Conservation Area, being that the wall
in front of this property is the best example of a remaining front garden boundary
wall on this stretch of the road.
Application Reference: DC/24/137692
Application Address: 6 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension and the installation of two rooflights
at the front roof slope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS have issued a neutral position to this proposal to the LB of
Lewisham on the basis of the similar development of other rear roof slopes along
this particular stretch of Manor Lane north of Kellerton Road. However, LMS
requested that thought be given by the Applicant to the position of the rear wall
of the proposed dormer extension, in relation to safeguarding of a few rows of
existing roof tiling at the interface with the existing rear eaves, so as to protect the
2-storey + roof extension nature of the proposal as oppsed to creating an
apparent 3-storey rear structure.
LB of Lewisham had extended the period for consultation on this Application due
to the relevant documents not having uploaded onto their Planning Portal until
recently.
Application Reference: DC/24/137781 and 137782
Application Address: Telephone Kiosk outside 115 Burnt Ash Road, London SE12 8RA
Application Proposal: 137781 – Removal of existing telephone box and the installation of 1 no.
new telephone communications kiosk with integrated advertising display.
137782 – Advertisement consent for the display of 1 no. digital
advertisement within proposed new telephone communications kiosk.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – LMS has lodged a ‘neutral stance’ on the proposals
requesting that no advertising ‘noise’ is to emanate from the digital hoarding
between the hours of 8am to 8pm (as this remains a residential area) and that the
light levels of the ‘digital advertising’ is of a reasonably low level so as not to
contribute to any significant form of light pollution within the area generally.
TfL have recently commented on the proposal that ‘We recommend that
amendments are made to the location of the proposed communications kiosk to
ensure that Policies T2 and D8 are met, assuming that Lewisham decide that the
proposals are otherwise acceptable’. This is stated in relation to TfL’s concerns
over pedestrian safety around this location.
Application Reference: DC/24/137866
Application Address: Land at Buckden Close, Buckden Close, London, SE12 8AB
Application Proposal: An outline application with all matters reserved (except for access) for the
construction of a three-storey apartment building to create 9no. self-contained
residential units (Use Class C3) at Land at Buckden Close, SE12 together with
provision for vehicle and cycle parking and a refuse/recycling store
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
As Consultees ‘Highways’ have raised no concerns with the Outline Application for
the proposed development on the basis that they will ‘be more focussed on the
Reserved Matters Consent, as this will provide the information affecting site
access, servicing or delivery arrangements, and any impacts on the local
highways’. A number of other consultees have provided their comments on this
proposal but in general they have highlighted matters that will need further
review/submission/etc if LB of Lewisham gives approval to the outline planning
permission.
LMS have reviewed the current proposals based on ‘all matters reserved (except
for access)’ and have submitted an objection to the LB of Lewisham based on the
loss of amenity that will occur if vehicular parking is provided on the small grassed area of
open land that specifically sits within the Conservation Area.
Application Reference: DC/24/137867
Application Address: 45 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Construction of a part one-storey and part two storey rear extension and
replacement of the garage roof, together with alterations to the front and side
elevation facades. Addtionally, the installation of an air source heat pump, PV
panels, and all other associated work.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – This is a re-issue of a previously approved Application ref
DC/24/134388 (decided 2 nd April 2024) for which LMS’s comments were accepted
by the Applicant and approval subsequently given by Lewisham. This new
Application makes relatively minor changes to the previous approved application
and then adds in rear facing roof mounted solar PV panels and an air sourced heat
pump (ASHP) floor mounted externally along a rear wall of the property. We see
no reason to object to any aspect of the proposed minor changes to this new
Application nor to the installation of the solar panels and ASHP which (subject to
detail) are possibly covered by permitted development rights anyway.
Application Reference: DC/24/137901
Application Address: 170 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LP
Application Proposal: A Renewal Pavement Licence under the Business and Planning Act 2020.
STATUS: There are no documents uploaded to the Planning Portal associated with this
Application (so no Decision Notice is available).
The Application has been ‘CLOSED INTERNALLY’ by LB of Lewisham. (The
Application relates to a current fast food Pizza take-away).
Application Reference: DC/24/137997
Application Address: 71B Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Ash tree boundary neigbouring tree. LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m
from 9m to 7.5m. ht 14m by 9m spread. South compass point
ONE Yew tree (T2) LHB CROWN REDUCTION ht by 1m from 15m to 14m spread by
1m from 5m to 4m.
REASON: General Maintenance
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have RAISED NO OBJECTION to the proposed tree maintenance
works. LMS’s only concern related to ownership of the two trees concerned as it
was unclear from the proposed drawings/photographs submitted as to whose
garden the trees were within and therefore within whose ownership the trees
were.
Application Reference: DC/24/138114
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Installation of a new shopfront. (Please note advertisement consent ref:-
DC/24/138115 below).
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
There are two related Applications
DC/24/137326 which has been GRANTED planning permission for a Change of use
from Class Sui Generis (hot food takeaway) to Class E (Dentist), and;
DC/24/137327 for the display of an internally-illuminated box sign to shop front
which is currently UNDECIDED (see above).
There is a further new Application DC/24/138115 – see below.
Documents have recently been uploaded to this Application – LMS to review.
Application Reference: DC/24/138115
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally illuminated fascia sign on the front elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
See notes above for Application DC/24/138114.
This Application appears to be for the same basic proposals as were covered by
Application DC/24/137327 but with modifications to the size of the proposed back
illuminated shop front fascia signage panel.
LMS has submitted an objection to this Application on the basis that back-
illuminated external fascia type retail signs contravene Lewisham’s guidance on
shop front design within conservation areas as set out in the Lewisham document
‘Shop front design guide SPD’ dated March 2006 page 10.
It is assumed that this application supercedes Application DC/24/137327 which
LMS has also objected to.
Application Reference: DC/24/138337
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a single storey rear extension, installation of replacement
front door, timber windows to front and rear, new railings and gate to front, 2m
high side boundary wall and alteration to rear elevation.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
There are currently no documents associated with this Application on the Planning
Portal.
Application Reference: DC/24/138339
Application Address: 80 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: The construction of a hipped roof extension to the rear roofslope and installation
of rooflights to the front roofslope.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
LMS have yet to review this Application in order to determine a position.
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2024 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
(Note – Applications shown in red were previously reported in the last Summary but remain ‘Undecided’ and on-going).
Application Reference: DC/24/136993
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and all associated works at the rear. STATUS: Application has been withdrawn by the Applicant.
Application Reference: DC/24/137106
Application Address: Land On Southbrook Road To The Rear Of, 114 & 116 Burnt Ash Road, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Conditions 3, 5-11 and 13 of planning permission DC/23/131428 dated 18th October 2023.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have APPROVED the submission of details related to a number of ‘Conditions’ emanating out of the approval of the earlier Planning Application noted above. LMS raised a number of concerns in relation to 5 of the submissions related to Conditions 3, 5 6, 11 and 13 concerning noise mitigation measures, architectural details, material quality, soft landscaping and obscure glazing. LMS have not yet determined whether our concerns have had any material impact – this will be reviewed and reported on in the next Monthly Summary.
| Application Reference: DC/24/137311 Application Address: 23 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE small Bay tree (T1)( ht 3m.) FELL TO GROUND. REASON: The tree was planted about 15 years ago. It is now too large. It is crowding and overshadowing adjacent Maple tree and Magnolia tree that were planted to replace it. A tree surgeon advised obtaining permission because the trunk is >10cm diameter. STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposed works. |
Application Reference: DC/24/137326 (See below also).
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Change of use from Class Sue Generis (hot food takeaway) to Class E (Dentist) together with external alterations to the front elevation and all other associated works.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has PERMITTED the development. LMS had no overall concern as to the change of use and as such made on objection, but had slight concerns over the proliferation of such dental practices within the area generally.
Application Reference: DC/24/137327 (See above also).
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally-illuminated box sign to shop front.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED.
Application Reference: DC/24/137458
Application Address: 2 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Ash (T1)(ht:12m, rs:7m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 7m to 5.5m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. T1 located on unadopted land.
REAR: THREE Damson (G1)(ht:8m, rs:4m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1m from 4m to 3m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. G1 located at 110 Burnt Ash Road.
REAR: ONE Leyland Cypress (H1)(ht:9m, rs:10m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 10m to 8.5m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. H1 located at rear garden of 4 Southbrook Road.
REAR: ONE Tree of Heaven (T2)(ht:13m, rs: 6m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1.5m from 13m to 11.5m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1.5m from 6m to 4.5m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood.
REAR: ONE Pyracantha (T3)(ht:2m, rs:3m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 0.5m from 2m to 1.5m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 3m to 2m;
REASON: To prune back into a tight and compact shape, including over extended laterals growing across the flower beds.
REAR: ONE Lime (T4)(ht:12m, rs:8m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 8m to 6m; REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from clIent’s garden. T4 located at rear garden of 104 Burnt Ash Road.
REAR: ONE Crab Apple (T5)(ht:5m, rs:3m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1m from 5m to 4m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 3m to 2m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood.
REAR: ONE Magnolia (T6)(ht:7m, rs:7m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1m from 7m to 6m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 7m to 6m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood – General maintenance.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/24/137550
Application Address: 64 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: REAR THREE Lime trees(T1,T2,T3) REPOLLARD by 2m from 12m to 10m. REASON: Remove two meters of new growth, back to first pollard point. Trees getting very tall and overgrowing the garden at 64 and neighbours’ gardens. STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/24/137570
Application Address: 3 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8HL
Application Proposal: Construction of a new vehicle crossover, front garden bin storage, and associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – LMS have lodged an objection to this proposal on the basis that to remove a large part of the existing front garden wall will damage the character of this part of Southbrook Road and thus the Lee Manor Conservation Area, being that the wall in front of this property is the best example of a remaining front garden boundary wall on this stretch of road.
Application Reference: DC/24/137692
Application Address: 6 Manor Lane, London, SE13 5QP
Application Proposal: Construction of a rear roof extension and the installation of two rooflights at the front roof slope.
STATUS: Despite being ‘validated’ by LB of Lewisham since 17th October 2024 there remains no documents on the planning portal for anyone to review these proposals. LMS have written to Lewisham requesting the upload of the required documents but none have yet been forthcoming. As such we cannot yet determine our position on these proposals. Suffice to say that neighbouring properties along this stretch of Manor Lane north of Kellerton Road and on the west side of the Lane, have been significantly developed over the last 20 years and a significant proportion have rear full width dormer roof extensions removing entirely the existing rear roof plane contrary to current Planning Guidelines.
Application Reference: DC/24/137781 and 137782
Application Address: Telephone Kiosk outside 115 Burnt Ash Road, London SE12 8RA
Application Proposal: 137781 – Removal of existing telephone box and the installation of 1 no. new telephone communications kiosk with integrated advertising display.
137782 – Advertisement consent for the display of 1 no. digital advertisement within proposed new telephone communications kiosk.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – LMS has lodged a ‘neutral stance’ on the proposals requesting that no advertising ‘noise’ is to emanate from the digital hoarding between the hours of 8am to 8pm (as this remains a residential area) and that the light levels of the ‘digital advertising’ is of a reasonably low level so as not to contribute to any significant form of light pollution within the area generally.
| Application Reference: DC/24/137867 Application Address: 45 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: Construction of a part one-storey and part two storey rear extension and replacement of the garage roof, together with alterations to the front and side elevation facades. Addtionally, the installation of an air source heat pump, PV panels, and all other associated work. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – This is a re-issue of a previously approved Application ref DC/24/134388 (decided 2nd April 2024) for which LMS’s comments were accepted by the Applicant and approval subsequently given by Lewisham. This new Application makes relatively minor changes to the previous approved application and then adds in rear facing roof mounted solar PV panels and an air sourced heat pump (ASHP) floor mounted externally along a rear wall of the property. We see no reason to object to any aspect of the proposed minor changes to this new Application nor to the installation of the solar panels and ASHP which (subject to detail) are possibly covered by permitted development rights anyway. |
Application Reference: DC/24/137997
Application Address: 71B Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Ash tree boundary neigbouring tree. LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 9m to 7.5m. ht 14m by 9m spread. South compass point
ONE Yew tree (T2) LHB CROWN REDUCTION ht by 1m from 15m to 14m spread by 1m from 5m to 4m.
REASON: General Maintenance
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED – in general LMS has no concerns over these proposed tree maintenance works. However, LMS have been unable to determine from the photographs provided with the Application as to which property the trunks of these two trees sit within and therefore as to the ownership of them.
LEE MANOR CONSERVATION AREA
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS + DECISIONS
(Some applications were previously reported in the last summary but remain ‘Undecided’ and on-going).
Application Reference: DC/24/136739
Application Address: 67 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU
Application Proposal: Steel framed Pergola to rear of existing extended ground floor.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham has PERMITTED the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposals.
Application Reference: DC/24/136773
Application Address: 21 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey rear extension and rear garden pergola.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED planning permission for the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposals.
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Application Reference: DC/24/136921
Application Address: 52 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL
Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double-glazed windows on the front, side and rear
elevations.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have GRANTED planning permission for the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over the proposals
Application Reference: DC/24/136993
Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT
Application Proposal: Installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and all associated works at the rear.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. As the proposed ventilation duct works are almost entirely hidden from view (other than to immediate neighbours of course) and replace existing ducting, it is most likely that whether these works are acceptable or not will be determined by LB of Lewisham on technicalities of odour control and noise attenuation levels.
Application Reference: DC/24/137106
Application Address: Land On Southbrook Road To The Rear Of, 114 & 116 Burnt Ash Road, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Conditions 3, 5-11 and 13 of planning permission DC/23/131428 dated 18th October 2023.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. This Application is for the approval of ‘Conditions’ emanating out of the approval of the Planning Application noted immediately above. LMS have raised a number of concerns in relation to 5 of the submissions related to Conditions 3, 5 6, 11 and 13 concerning noise mitigation measures, architectural details, material quality, soft landscaping and obscure glazing.
Application Reference: DC/24/137117
Application Address: 72 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NU
Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double glazed timber sash windows to the front elevation.
STATUS: Works GRANTED planning permission by LB of Lewisham. LMS had no concerns over proposals.
Application Reference: DC/24/137202
Application Address: 26 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: REAR: TWO Tilia Lime trees (T1 & T2) RE-POLLARDED, by 2m from 20m to 18m to previous growth points similar works to neighbours Lime trees. Deadwood and Epicormic growth to be REMOVED.
REASON: To allow more light into the garden. Trees also encroaching on rear neighbouring garden and to match two neighbouring trees.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS had no visibility of any documents but had no reason to be concerned.
Application Reference: DC/24/137221
Application Address: 11 Micheldever Road, SE12 8LX
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Apple tree (T4)(ht. 5m) CROWN THINNING by 15%.
REAR: ONE Horse chestnut tree (T1) CROWN HEIGHT REDUCTION by 4m from 18m to 14m. SPREAD by 4m from 10m to 6m on all compass points. Reason: General Maintenance. Removal Deadwood, split and hanging branches.
ONE Birch tree (T3) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 1.5m from 8m to 6.5m Reason: To create a more balance form and remove Major deadwood, split and hanging branches.
ONE Holm Oak tree (T2)(ht. 12m)(Rad. 6m) LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 6m to 4m on south/East compass point: Reason: Remove selection of lower branches overhanging and touching shed along with overhanging boundary.
STATUS: LB of Lewisham have raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS had no concerns over these general maintenance proposals.
Application Reference: DC/24/137311
Application Address: 23 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NZ
Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE small Bay tree (T1)( ht 3m.) FELL TO GROUND.
REASON: The tree was planted about 15 years ago. It is now too large. It is crowding and overshadowing adjacent Maple tree and Magnolia tree that were planted to replace it. A tree surgeon advised obtaining permission because the trunk is >10cm diameter.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS have no issues with the proposed works.
Application Reference: DC/24/137326 (See below also).
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Change of use from Class Sue Generis (hot food takeaway) to Class E (Dentist) together with external alterations to the front elevation and all other associated works.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS position not yet determined.
Application Reference: DC/24/137327 (See above also).
Application Address: 124 Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU
Application Proposal: Display of internally-illuminated box sign to shop front.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS position not yet determined.
Application Reference: DC/24/137458
Application Address: 2 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ
Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Ash (T1)(ht:12m, rs:7m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 7m to 5.5m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. T1 located on unadopted land.
REAR: THREE Damson (G1)(ht:8m, rs:4m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1m from 4m to 3m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. G1 located at 110 Burnt Ash Road.
REAR: ONE Leyland Cypress (H1)(ht:9m, rs:10m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 10m to 8.5m;
REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from client’s garden. H1 located at rear garden of 4 Southbrook Road.
REAR: ONE Tree of Heaven (T2)(ht:13m, rs: 6m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1.5m from 13m to 11.5m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1.5m from 6m to 4.5m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood.
REAR: ONE Pyracantha (T3)(ht:2m, rs:3m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 0.5m from 2m to 1.5m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 3m to 2m;
REASON: To prune back into a tight and compact shape, including over extended laterals growing across the flower beds.
REAR: ONE Lime (T4)(ht:12m, rs:8m): LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 8m to 6m; REASON: Neighbouring tree branches encroaching into client’s garden, work to be done from clIent’s garden. T4 located at rear garden of 104 Burnt Ash Road.
REAR: ONE Crab Apple (T5)(ht:5m, rs:3m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1m from 5m to 4m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 3m to 2m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood.
REAR: ONE Magnolia (T6)(ht:7m, rs:7m): CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 1m from 7m to 6m, REDUCE RADIUS by 1m from 7m to 6m;
REASON: To maintain a natural shape and remove major deadwood – General maintenance.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS have no concerns over this large(ish) scale maintenance of an apparently overgrown rear garden.
Application Reference: DC/24/137550
Application Address: 64 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR
Application Proposal: REAR THREE Lime trees(T1,T2,T3) REPOLLARD by 2m from 12m to 10m. REASON: Remove two meters of new growth, back to first pollard point. Trees getting very tall and overgrowing the garden at 64 and neighbours’ gardens.
STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. These 3 trees are at the very rear of the property and are proposed to have a relatively minor pollarding – no reasons for LMS to have any concerns.
Application Reference: Not Applicable
Application Address: 7 Handen Road, London, SE12
Application Proposal: On 26th September 2024 LMS were advised that ‘major building works on a 1970s rear extension’ were taking place at the above noted property and that such works as were occurring ‘appeared’ to have no related Planning Permission. The works seemed to include the removal of the entire back wall that used to have a door and a window in and its potential replacement with a full width picture window. There were also internal demolition works occurring which potentially required the lifting of the flat roof over the existing extension. Advice received from the contractor on site was that ‘all works occurring were to be within the existing walls of the house/extension’.
A review of LB of Lewisham’s Planning Portal indicated that no Planning Application or Conservation Area Consent had been lodged for any such works that might affect the exterior of the existing property. On the basis that structural steel beams were being evidenced ‘lifted over the house’ LMS also checked whether a Building Regulation’s application had been made to Lewisham Council and we were informed that ‘There is an application in place for building work at 7 Handen Road. The work is being overseen by a private building control company called Prime Construction Consultants Ltd’. As a result of the above LMS advised the neighbour concerned that they should approach Lewisham Council Planning Enforcement and that LMS would themselves also make a reference to the possible breach of Planning Approval to Planning Enforcement for their review – this was done on 1st October 2024.
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LEE MANOR CONSERVATION AREA
JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2024 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS REVIEWED (from 9th July up until 9th Sept 2024)
Application Reference: DC/24/135542 Application Address: 13 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QE Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to side and rear elevation and installation of rooflights to roof of rear extension, together with creation of a new window opening to first floor rear elevation and replacement of rear ground floor window with new door. STATUS: Application GRANTED by LB of Lewisham. LMS saw no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136043 Application Address: 136A Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows and front door. STATUS: Application GRANTED by LB of Lewisham. LMS saw no reason to object to these proposals. |
Application Reference: DC/24/136183 Application Address: 62 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: Demolition of the existing single storey rear extension and construction of a single storey side extension, a single storey rear extension, installation of a window at the ground floor rear elevation, installation of a render at the rear and side elevation and all associated works STATUS: Permission GRANTED by LB of Lewisham. LMS saw no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136544 Application Address: 76 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR Application Proposal: The construction of a roof extension in the rear roof slope, a dormer extension in the side roof slope and the installation of 2 roof lights in the front roof slope. STATUS: LB of Lewisham have REFUSED the proposals. LMS agree with the position taken on these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136646 Application Address: Church of the Good Shepherd, 29 Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR Application Proposal: Demolition of a partially collapsed churchyard wall on the west side of the churchyard, formation of new footings and reconstruction of the wall to the original details. STATUS: Proposals GRANTED planning permission by LB of Lewisham. LMS had submitted views regarding the proposed works and these appear to have been taken account of in the Conditions attached to the planning approval.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136739 Application Address: 67 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: Steel framed Pergola to rear of existing extended ground floor. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS see no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136746 Application Address: 14 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ Application Proposal: ONE Fig tree(T1)(ht. 5m)(w. 6m)CROWN HEIGHT REDUCTION by 2.5m from 5m to 2.5m , REDUCE RADIUS by 1.5m from 6m to 4.5m on all compass points. Reason: General Maintenance. ONE Sycamore tree (T2)(ht. 4m)(W. 2m)FELL to ground. Reason: Self seeded on property boundary, over crowded amongst bay tree. ONE Chestnut tree (T3)(ht. 3m)(W. 2m)FELL to ground. Reason: Self seeded on property boundary, over crowded amongst bay tree. ONE Holm Oak tree (T3)(ht. 3m)(W. 2m)FELL to ground. Reason: self seeded, over crowded amongst cedar tree. STATUS: LB of Lewisham has raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works. LMS saw no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136773 Application Address: 21 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LX Application Proposal: Construction of a single storey rear extension and rear garden pergola. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS see no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136921 Application Address: 52 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LL Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double-glazed windows on the front, side and rear elevations. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS see no reason to object to these proposals.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136932 Application Address: 73 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: FRONT BDY: ONE Common Lime tree (T1) Height: 14m, Width: 7m – SECTION FELL as close to hedge level as possible and to poison stump with appropriate use of herbicide (eco plugs) to prevent regrowth. The tree has previously been identified in subsidence report and tree owners are starting to see cracks appear in similar location previously identified despite remedial work to property. STATUS: LB of Lewisham has raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed felling works. LMS objected to this proposal on the grounds that this tree is one of a row of front garden boundary limes on both sides of Micheldever Road that form a part of the historic fabric of Lee and of the character of the Lee Manor Conservation area.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/136993 Application Address: 105 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LT Application Proposal: Installation of replacement ventilation and extraction system and all associated works at the rear. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. As the proposed ventilation duct works are almost entirely hidden from view (other than to immediate neighbours of course) and replace existing ducting, it is most likely that whether these works are acceptable or not will be determined we believe by LB of Lewisham on technicalities of odour control and noise attenuation levels.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/137106 Application Address: Land On Southbrook Road To The Rear Of, 114 & 116 Burnt Ash Road, Burnt Ash Road, London, SE12 8PU Application Proposal: Details submitted pursuant to Conditions 3, 5-11 and 13 of planning permission DC/23/131428 dated 18th October 2023. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. This Application is for the approval of ‘Conditions’ emanating out of the approval of the Planning Application noted immediately above. LMS have raised a number of concerns in relation to 5 of the submissions related to Conditions 3, 5 6, 11 and 13 concerning noise mitigation measures, architectural details, material quality, soft landscaping and obscure glazing.  |
Application Reference: DC/24/137117 Application Address: 72 Effingham Road, London, SE12 8NU Application Proposal: The installation of replacement double glazed timber sash windows to the front elevation. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS see no reason to object to these proposals.  |
| Application Reference: DC/24/137221 Application Address: 11 Micheldever Road, SE12 8LX Application Proposal: FRONT: ONE Apple tree (T4)(ht. 5m) CROWN THINNING by 15%. REAR: ONE Horse chestnut tree (T1) CROWN HEIGHT REDUCTION by 4m from 18m to 14m. SPREAD by 4m from 10m to 6m on all compass points. Reason: General Maintenance. Removal Deadwood, split and hanging branches. ONE Birch tree (T3) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 1.5m from 8m to 6.5m Reason: To create a more balance form and remove Major deadwood, split and hanging branches. ONE Holm Oak tree (T2)(ht. 12m)(Rad. 6m) LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 6m to 4m on south/East compass point: Reason: Remove selection of lower branches overhanging and touching shed along with overhanging boundary. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED. LMS see no reason to object to these proposals.  |
JUNE/JULY 2024 – PLANNING APPLICATIONS REVIEWED (from 10th June up until 8th July 2024)
| Application Reference: DC/24/135086 Application Address: 26 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows to front, side and rear elevations. STATUS: All works PERMITTED by LB of Lewisham dated 9th July 2024. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/135686 Application Address: First Floor Flat, 132 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR Application Proposal: The construction of an entrance porch to the side of the property. STATUS: REFUSED by LB of Lewisham: ‘The proposed side elevation entrance porch, by reason of its design and location, would have an unacceptable impact on the character and appearance of the host property, adjoining semi-detached pair and the wider Lee Manor Conservation Area in terms of the introduction of an out-of-character, incongruous and historically inaccurate feature…’. Dated 24th June 2024. |
| Application Reference: DC/24/135728 Application Address: First Floor And Second Floor Maisonette A, 12 Southbrook Road, London, SE12 8LQ Application Proposal: Installation of No.2 replacement rooflights at the front and rear roofslopes, together with the installation of No.1 additional rooflight at the front roof slope of First Floor and Second Floor Maisonette A. STATUS: Permission GRANTED by LB of Lewisham dated 21st June 2024. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/135869 Application Address: 56 Taunton Road, London, SE12 8PB Application Proposal: REAR ONE Silver Birch Tree(T1) (ht. 8.8m) FELL to the ground. Reason: Remove tree and treat roots. Roots are causing serious cracking to patio. Potential danger to house. (Applicant drew drawing in description section of application). STATUS: LB of Lewisham raised NO OBJECTION to the proposal dated 14th June 2024. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/135902 Application Address: 79 Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LS Application Proposal: FRONT ONE Yucca tree(T1)(ht. 6m)(Rad. 5m)FELL to ground. Reason: The tree is growing in immediate proximity of the front window in a small front garden completely engulfing the front of the property. The client would be willing to replant something of a different species. To poison stump with appropriate use of herbicide (eco plugs) to prevent regrowth. STATUS: Raise NO OBJECTION issued by LB of Lewisham dated 14th June 2024. |
| Application Reference: DC/24/136043 Application Address: 136A Manor Lane, London, SE12 8LR Application Proposal: Installation of replacement windows and front door. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED by LB of Lewisham. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/136183 Application Address: 62 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: Demolition of the existing single storey rear extension and construction of a single storey side extension, a single storey rear extension, removal a rooflight at the front roof slope, installation of a window at the ground floor rear elevation and all associated works. STATUS: NOT YET DECIDED by LB of Lewisham. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/136338 Application Address: 72 Brightfield Road, London, SE12 8QF Application Proposal: REAR: ONE Sycamore tree (T1) POLLARDING by 5m from 13m to 8m in height. Large mature tree with co-dominant stems, one of the primary uprights has recent failed leaving an asymmetric unbalanced canopy. The remaining sections now have altered exposure. STATUS: LB of Lewisham has raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed works dated 5th July 2024. |
| Application Reference: DC/24/136357 Application Address: 47A Handen Road, London, SE12 8NR Application Proposal: FRONT ONE London Plane Tree(T1)(ht. 15 m)Re-pollard 2m below previous reduction points by 5m from 15m to 10m. Reason: We first quoted for this work in April 2023 and subsequently applied for planning consent which was granted in May 2023. When we arrived to carry out the work, our Climbing Arborist noted that many of the previous reduction point wounds are hollow. REAR ONE Elderberry tree(T2)LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 7m to 5m on S compass point. Reason: To cut back the branches growing over the back boundary towards the neighbour’s garden and to remove deadwood both from the garden side and the neighbours side. The following work is to be carried out retaining the screen effect currently enjoyed. ONE Ash tree(T3)LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 7m to 5m on W compass point. Reason: The following work is to be carried out retaining the screen effect currently enjoyed to reduce the branches which are growing towards the neighbours garden by 2m, or to suitable growing points. STATUS: LB of Lewisham has raised NO OBJECTION to the proposed tree works dated 5th July 2024. | |
| Application Reference: DC/24/136525 Application Address: 79 Micheldever Road, London, SE12 8LU Application Proposal: REAR: ONE dead Apple tree (T1)(approx. ht.4m) FELL. Reason: The tree has died, large bough overhanging neighbour’s garden no 81 where small children play, health and safety. Duty to replace applies. STATUS: LB of Lewisham has granted PERMISSION for the removal of this tree but subject to Informatives A-D dated 5th July 2024. |