Agenda item
South Kilburn regeneration roundabout site, Carlton Vale, London NW6 (Ref. 09/2500)
Minutes:
Demolition of garages adjacent to Bronte House and erection of two single to seven-storey blocks to provide 133 dwellings (comprising flats & maisonettes, including 75 affordable units) with associated landscaping and amenity space on roundabout adjoining Kilburn Park Road and Carlton Vale, NW6, including removal of pedestrian footbridge and stopping-up of western side of existing roundabout. |
OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: Grant planning permission subject to the completion of a satisfactory Section 106 or other legal agreement and delegate authority to the Director of Environment and Culture to agree the exact terms thereof on advice from the Interim Borough Solicitor. |
In reference to the tabled supplementary report, the Area Planning Manager Andy Bates submitted the following responses to issues raised at the site visit. He reported that the Traffic Assessment inspected by the Council’s Transportation Unit and Transport for London (TfL) had concluded that the predicted impact on traffic flows would be acceptable. In addition the applicant had submitted an air quality assessment which suggested that the predicted traffic flows would not cause significant harm to the air quality in the surrounding area. He continued that the Council's Transportation Unit had stated that it would not be advisable to propose a one-way operation on Cambridge Road at this time, but instead to review the operation of the scheme once it has been operational for a period of time. He added that the information submitted by an objector did not conclusively suggest that signalled junction would give rise to a significant increase in accidents within the vicinity of the junction. On the comments about trees Andy Bates confirmed that all tree planting associated with the proposed development would be carried out prior to occupation. He considered that the development would provide adequate amenity space for use as balconies and storage and that right to light issues were unlikely to arise. He added that the Environment Agency (EA) had withdrawn their initial objection subject to a further condition on flood risk assessment (FRA) as set out in the tabled supplementary report
Ms Kim Zeineddine objected to the proposed development on grounds of noise and vibration from four bus routes, air pollution, loss of daylight and loss of trees. She added that that the development which he felt was poorly planned would cause health risks through nitrogen dioxide with detrimental impact on the quality of life of the residents.
Mr Terry Street in objecting stated that the signalled junction would not be able to cope with the expected traffic problems leading to congestion particularly during peak hours. He added that the true costs of demolition of the existing buildings including asbestos had not been taken into account.
Councillor Alistair Moss, ward member for Carlton Vale (an adjoining ward) in the City of Westminster stated that he had been approached by the local residents. In objecting to the development Councillor Moss stated that due to the poor quality of its design and inappropriate scale, the development would give rise to on-street parking and traffic problems. He added whilst he would welcome the re-development of South Kilburn as a whole, he considered that due to lack of open space and amenity space, the proposal would adversely affect the quality of life of the residents.
In accordance with the Planning Code of Practice, Councillor Detre, Lead Member for Regeneration and Economic Development stated that he had been approached by local residents and some Brent Councillors. Councillor Detre speaking in support of the proposed development stated that the development which would replace the current bison blocks would not generate significant additional traffic. He added that four trees would be re-replanted in place of any lost tree. Councillor Detre urged members to endorse the officer’s recommendation for approval so as to progress the South Kilburn Masterplan.
In accordance with the Planning Code of Practice, Councillor Arnold, ward member stated that she had been approached by local residents and the applicant. Councillor Arnold welcomed the principle of the development she however raised concerns on loss of open space in such a high density area, lack of amenity and possible worsening of traffic in Cambridge Road and made a request for further details on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). She also asked about the mix of tenure, management of the block and the anticipated date for demolition.
In accordance with the Planning Code of Practice, Councillor Dunn, ward member and South Kilburn Partnership Board member stated that he had been approached by the applicant and residents. Councillor Dunn stated that the development which would replace the current unpleasant and noisy buildings was needed to facilitate the decanting of existing tenants and to progress the achievement of the South Kilburn Masterplan.
Mr Sherlock speaking on behalf of the applicant stated that the proposed development which accorded with the Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) in terms of layout, density and massing would have no material impact on daylighting and being accessible to excellent public transport links would have no significant impact on parking and traffic in the area. He added that in addition to enhanced amenity and open space, in excess of 100 trees would be planted to ensure a satisfactory landscaping of the site.
The Head of Area Planning Steve Weeks, highlighted the areas of support for the proposals within the Officer’s report from Westminster and referred to additional information and the technical advice received which supported the proposals in areas such as traffic and daylighting.
DECISION: Planning permission granted subject to conditions including an additional condition on flood risk assessment, the completion of a satisfactory Section 106 or other legal agreement and delegate authority to the Director of Environment and Culture to agree the exact terms thereof on advice from the Interim Borough Solicitor. |
Supporting documents:
- 13, South Kilburn Reg site, Carlton Vale NW6, item 13. PDF 6 MB
- Supplementary South Kilburn, item 13. PDF 82 KB