Bin collections this week
Please remember that, in spite of the Bank Holiday tomorrow, waste and recycling will be collected on the normal days this week.
Planning outcome: 2 Oakhill Road
I am indebted to Graham Goldspring of OADRA and Tregenna RA for this transcript of the decision reached.
Below is a direct transcript from the Planning Officer’s report and planning late material
The application was refused for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development would require tree removal and substantial crown reduction and lifting to remaining trees on and close to the site. This would harm the appearance and amenity value of the trees and the character and appearance of the Oakhill Conservation Area contrary to policies BE3 and BE9 of the Royal Borough of Kingston Unitary Development Plan (UDP) First Alteration 2005
2. The proposed siting of the refuse and recycling enclosure would not be conveniently sited for the residents of No2 Oakhill Road and would be a prominent feature of the street scene that would be likely to harm the character and appearance of the Oakhill Conservation Area contrary to policies MW1 and BE3 of the UDP First Alteration 2005
3. Additional reason for refusal:
It is noted that a previous application 08/16540/FUL was refused by the Surbiton Neighbourhood Planning Committee (13 May 2009) for the following reason:
The proposal by reason of its size and scale would be unsympathetic to the character and scale of the host property and the character and appearance of the Oakhill Conservation Area in general. The proposal would therefore be contrary to policies BE3 and BE11 of the UDP First Alteration 2005
On further consideration of the merits of the scheme and given that aside from some internal changes and proposed changes to the car parking arrangements, the scheme has not substantially changed from the original proposal as previously refused on 2 June 2009. It is therefore recommended that this reason for refusal is added in addition to the existing reasons, on grounds of design and appearance.
It was further pointed out that I had requested a TPO be processed on the trees when an earlier application was refused last year. The Committee agreed. Officers revealed that nothing had been done to process this in the intervening period. No explanation of this inaction was forthcoming!
Surbiton Neighbourhood Committee
The first meeting of the new quadrennium takes place tomorrow, Wednesday 26th May at Dysart School Ewell Road.
The businees of the meeting starts with Question Time at 7.30 but the plans for a new Primary School in Surbiton are on display from 6.30.
OADRA: Comet catches on!
By Louise Robertson of the Surrey Comet.
Oakhill residents are invited to join a new residents’ association in a bid to find a true, community voice.
The non-political group’s main concern is development – the Surbiton Hospital site and the subsequent redevelopment of the Oakhill Health centre site in particular.
A spokesman for Oakhill and District Residents’ Association (OADRA) said: “There are misgivings about the proposal to build a primary school on the residue land next to the new polyclinic.
“It seems this is being put out for consultation when planning is already under way.
“It is understood that alternative uses for the site have not been seriously considered.”
They said one consultation survey revealed that only 11 per cent of those who responded agreed with the site being used for a school, and mooted the alternative ideas of sheltered housing or a residential care home in the area.
OADRA has been active since January, but would like more people to get involved.
The next meeting is on Thursday, May 27, at 8pm, in Surbiton Baptist Church, Langley Road.
Residents from Kingsdowne Road, odd numbers, Ewell Road, even numbers, South terrace, Glenbuck Road, South Bank and the Upper Brighton Road, even numbers, are all welcome at the meeting.
The creation of OADRA was greatly fostered by us as Councillors. It arose from some genuine needs explored by us with residents over the last couple of years. Pleas support it!
New Group on Facebook
We have established a new group on Facebook, called Surbiton Hill Forum, to enable those with a genuine interest in Surbiton Hill to meet and discuss matters in confidence.
Prospective members will need a Facebook account to join.
M25 delays between Junctions 9 and 11
From RBK Highways:
Following information received from Surrey County Council at 14.02 Hours.
Comment from RBK Highways: I believe that the Highway Agency are being optimistic on normal traffic conditions returning to normal by 14.45
M25 clockwise between J9 (A243 Leatherhead) and J11 (A320 Chertsey)
Long delays – multi-vehicle accident closing three lanes between J10 and J11.
Normal traffic conditions expected from 14:45
Surbiton Forum 