Site Development Policies Preferred Options Additional Sites

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London Borough of Sutton

Planning Advisory Group – 15 September 2009

Report of the Executive Head of Planning and Transportation

RESULTS OF THE CONSULTATION ON THE ADDITIONAL SITES DOCUMENT (A SUPPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION TO SITE DEVELOPMENT POLICIES DPD PREFERRED OPTIONS)

Ward Location: Borough wide Author: Duncan Clarke (x6181) Area Served: Borough wide Lead Councillor: Cllr Lyn Gleeson

Report for Decision

Summary This Report summarises the comments received on the sites contained within the Additional Sites Document, which is a supplementary consultation to Preferred Options draft of the Sites Development Policies Development Plan Document (DPD). It also recommends the suggested action in respect of each site.

Recommendations I recommend the Planning Advisory Group: (i) considers this Report; and (ii) agrees to the proposed actions in Paragraph 2 of this report.

1. Background 1.1 The Council conducted a consultation on the Preferred Options draft of the Sites Development Policies DPD between 11 February and 25 March 2009. As a result of the consultation, a further four potential development sites were suggested by stakeholders. At the Planning Advisory Group meeting of 14 July 2009, Members agreed to a further consultation on the four additional sites. This Report summarises the consultation results and the proposed actions in respect of each site.

1.2 The Additional Sites consultation took place between 20 July 2009 and 1 September 2009. All specific, general and other consultees were sent copies of the document together with a response form, in either electronic or paper form, or were sent a letter or email notifying them of the consultation. In addition, advertisements were placed in the Sutton Guardian and Sutton Post prior to the start of the consultation, the document was available for inspection at Council offices and libraries and it was possible to view the document on the main London Borough of Sutton website and through the Council’s consultation portal.

2. Consultation Responses 2.1 In total, there were 55 responses from 42 individuals or bodies. Appendix 1 sets out details of all the comments and officer responses. The breakdown of responses as regards each site is as follows:

2.2 D1: Crosspoint House and Car Park, Stafford Road, Wallington Preferred Option: Retain as Office and associated Private Car Parking, pending the Wallington Area Action Plan Support (with/without conditions): 3. Object: 1. The agent acting for the site owner objected to the Preferred Option on the grounds that scheme design is progressing quickly and deferring allocation to the Wallington Area Action Plan would constitute a potential unnecessary delay in realising the redevelopment.

Officer Response and Proposed Action: It is still judged that the redevelopment of the site is best considered within the context of the Wallington Area Action Plan as it can be assessed in conjunction with other possible neighbouring development sites. Therefore, it is proposed to withdraw the site from the Site Development Policies DPD. If the owner wishes to submit an application in advance of the Wallington Area Action Plan, it will be considered against the Development Plan and any other material considerations.

2.3 D2: Land to North West of Jessops Way, Beddington Lane, Beddington Preferred Option: Retain as Land safeguarded for the Wandle Valley Regional Park, within Metropolitan Open Land Support (with/without conditions): 3. Object: 2. The proposal was supported by the Mitcham Common Conservators, Natural England and English Heritage. The agent acting for the site owner objected to the Preferred Option on the grounds that special circumstances could be demonstrated for the release of Metropolitan Open Land to provide a waste management facility. In addition, the agent was concerned that non-allocation in the Proposed Submission version of the Site Development Policies DPD would prejudice the site’s consideration as a potential site in the South London Joint Waste Plan site selection process.

Officer Response and Proposed Action: The site’s use for waste management purposes will be considered through the South London Joint Waste DPD and the non-allocation of the site in the Proposed Submission version of the Site Development Policies DPD will not affect that process. It is proposed to withdraw the site from the Site Development Policies DPD as there will be no change from the current land use and the site will continue to be safeguarded for inclusion as part of the Wandle Valley Regional Park.

2.4 D3: Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Belmont Preferred Option: Health Support: 8 (with/without conditions). Object: 0. While there was total support for the Preferred Option, some respondents had minor issues. The agent acting for the Royal Marsden Hospital requested a minor change in wording from The Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Trust “proposes…” to “currently proposes…”. This was requested to provide flexibility for the Trust as may wish to provide different types of treatment in the future to those currently proposed. Natural England raised nature conservation issues and English Heritage had archaeological concerns.

Officer Response and Proposed Action: It is proposed to incorporate the Royal Marsden’s Hospital request for flexibility in the Proposed Submission version of the

2 Site Development Policies DPD. Further work will be undertaken to resolve the issues raised by Natural England and English Heritage. It is proposed to progress the Preferred Option to a potential site allocation in the Proposed Submission version of the Site Development Policies DPD.

2.5 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Preferred Option: Sports Ground and Community Facilities Support (with/without conditions): 33. Object: 0. In addition to total support for the Preferred Option, a number of suggestions were also made. These were: creating vehicular access from Collingwood Road; creating a footpath from the football ground car park, behind the east stand, to the park; creating a cricket pitch; and, establishing a café for those using the children’s play area.

Officer Response and Proposed Action: Vehicular access to and from Collingwood Recreation Ground using Collingwood Road is potentially problematic with regard to visibility along the road when turning into or out of the recreation ground. The creation of the footpath, a cricket pitch and a café all require further investigation. It is proposed to progress the Preferred Option as a site allocation in the Proposed Submission version of the Site Development Policies DPD.

2.6 There were a further five responses of a general nature. In addition, both the Government Office for London and the Greater London Authority informed the Council by telephone that they had no comments to make on the four sites.

3. The Next Steps 3.1 The publication of the Proposed Submission version of the Sites Development Policies DPD is scheduled to take place in January 2010 and evidence gathering for the Wallington Area Action Plan is proposed to commence at a later date.

3.2 Members should also be aware that Wandsworth, Merton, Croydon and Sutton Councils are jointly progressing with proposals for creating the Wandle Valley Regional Park over the next two or three years. This will be the subject of a Report to The Executive in November.

4. Financial Implications 4.1 Future reports on the individual development sites will set out the financial implications.

5. Influence on the Council’s Core Values 5.1 This Report promotes: working in partnership with people who live and work in Sutton; making services open and accessible; and, empowering everyone so we can all take part and take pride as active citizens and staff.

6. One Planet Living 6.1 The redevelopment of the Royal Marsden Hospital and Sutton United Football Ground will meet the following One Planet Living Principles: Sustainable Transport, Culture and Heritage and Health and Happiness. In addition, they have the potential to meet the following principles: Zero Carbon, Zero Waste, Local and Sustainable Materials, Sustainable Water, Equity and Fair Trade.

3 7. Contribution to the Achievement of the Council’s Policy Aims 7.1 The proposed responses and actions to the consultation will: create safer communities; invest in the Borough’s children and young people; develop active and inclusive communities; encourage enterprise and employment, and improve health and well-being.

8. Equalities Impact Assessment 8.1 The aim of this Report is to improve the living and working conditions for all sections of society across the Borough. Possible Negative Impacts: None. Possible Positive Impacts: New sites will provide new employment opportunities and improve the way services are delivered for all sections of society.

APPENDIX 1

SCHEDULE OF REPRESENTATIONS ON SITES

See following pages.

4 Site Development Policies - Preferred Options Additional Sites Schedule Site Development Policies Preferred Options Additional Sites Consultee ID: 222877 Full Name: Ms Rachael Bust Organisation: The Coal Authority Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS12 Nature of Response: General Comment/Observation Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Having reviewed your document, I confirm that we have no specific comments to make on this document at this stage. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 130278 Full Name: Organisation: Transport for London Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS20 Nature of Response: General Comment/Observation Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: TfL has no comment to make on any of the four sites identified. However, TfL expects to be fully consulted regarding any future redevelopment on any of these sites. Changes Required: Officer Response: Tfl will be notified by the Council of developments which require its comment and input.

Consultee ID: 108354 Full Name: Laura Phillips Organisation: London Wildlife Trust Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS23 Nature of Response: General Comment/Observation Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: You may find it useful to refer to the "Design for Biodiversity" website for more information at http://www.d4b.org.uk . This was established by the London Wildlife Trust, the London Development Agency , the Greater London Authority, Natural England and Groundwork London to promote the conservation of wildlife as part of the design and management of buildings and urban landscapes. Changes Required: Officer Response: The website will be used as a resource in the preparation of the Submission draft of the Site Development Policies DPD.

Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 1 of 17 Site Development Policies Preferred Options Additional Sites Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS28 Nature of Response: General Comment/Observation Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: Natural England recommends that the Council be minded of the need to secure, as appropriate, measures to enhance the natural environment in accordance with the planning guidance referenced below. BIODVIERSITY: Paragraph 14 of PPS9 Biodiversity and Geological Conservation states that "Development proposals provide many opportunities for building-in beneficial biodiversity or geological features as part of good design. When considering proposals, local planning authorities should maximise such opportunities in and around developments, using planning obligations where appropriate." As stated in the London Plan Policy 3D.14 "The planning of new development and regeneration should have regard to nature conservation and biodiversity, and opportunities should be taken to achieve positive gains for conservation through the form and design of development. Where appropriate, measures including the creating, enhancing and managing wildlife habitat and natural landscape and improving access to nature." ACCESS TO NATURE: As highlighted in PPG17 Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation, "in planning for new open spaces and in assessing planning applications for development, local authorities should seek opportunities to improve the local open space network, to create public open space from vacant land, and to incorporate open space within new development on previously used land. They should also consider whether use can be made of land which is otherwise unsuitable for development, or procure public use of privately owned areas of land or sports facilities." Additionally, as outlined in Policy 3D.14 of the London Plan, your Council should be aiming to improve people's access to nature and priority should be given to sites within or near to areas deficient in accessible wildlife sites. CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION: It is important that, in line with Planning Policy Statement and Climate Change, your Council takes account of the contribution to be made from existing and new opportunities for green infrastructure to urban cooling, sustainable drainage systems and conversing and enhancing biodiversity. Policy 4A.9 of the London Plan also states that "The Mayor will, and other agencies should, promote and suuport the most effective adaptation to climate change, including protecting and enhancing green infrastructure." RESOURCES: There are a number of resources available to assist you and developers when considering the implications of future development proposals on the natural environment in Greater London. For further information, please refer to publications: Design for Biodiversity, Improving Londoner's Access to Nature, Right Trees for a Changing Climate, Adapting to Climate Change: A Checklist for Development, The London Rivers Action Plan and Biodiversity and the Built Environment: A report by the UK-GBC Task Group. MONITORING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT: To ensure that your Council's planning decisions are based on the best available evidence on the natural environment, your Council should give consideration to entering into an agreement with Greenspace Information for Greater London (GIGL) for the provision of a variety of natural environment and greenspace datasets. This information is essential for making effective planning decisions and for ensuring compliance with planning guidance. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Council thanks Natural England for its advice and offer of assistance.

Consultee ID: 33685 Full Name: Ms Rose Freeman Organisation: The Theatres Trust Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS56 Nature of Response: General Comment/Observation Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Due to the specific nature of the Trust's remit, we are concerned with the protection and promotion of theatres and, as this consultation is not directly relevant to the Trust's work, we have no comments to make but look forward to be consulted on further LDF documents in due course. Changes Required: Officer Response:

D1: Crosspoint House & Car Park, Stafford Road, Wallington Consultee ID: 107833 Full Name: Martin & Ann Wright Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 2 of 17 D1: Crosspoint House & Car Park, Stafford Road, Wallington Consultee ID: 107833 Full Name: Martin & Ann Wright Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS15 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Given the newish building and the need to give wider consideration to Wallington town centre. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS24 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Natural England does not wish to offer any formal comments on this site. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 276647 Full Name: Organisation: Regional Square Properties Ltd Agent ID: 239506 Agent Name: Mr Julian Sutton Agent Organisation: Signet Planning Comment ID: SDPAS50 Nature of Response: Object to Officer Recommendation: Disagree - No action Reason: I act on behalf of Regional Square Properties Limited which is a current freeholder of Crosspoint House located within Wallington Town Centre and which forms D1 (Crosspoint House, Stafford Road, Wallington) which is one of the proposed additional sites for consultation...I note the two options have been considered, firstly commercial and residential and secondly to retain the site as offices and associated private car parking pending the Wallington Area Action Plan. Regional Square Properties Ltd welcomes the identification of Crosspoint House as an important development site within Wallington Town Centre. It is stated that the preferred option for retention of the office and car parking pending the Wallington Area Action Plan is proposed because the freeholder of the site is yet to finalise its proposals and because it is judged that the site would be better considered as a key opportunity site within the Wallington Area Action Plan which is to be published next year. However, Regional Square Properties Limited has significantly progressed its proposals for this site and its architect Duggan Morris Architects Limited has now submitted to your Council full details of a proposed development scheme to provide for additional 22 units and one commercial unit on the main part of the site fronting Clarendon Road and either two four-bedroom houses or five-flat units on the site facing Elgin Road. The proposals by Duggan Morris Architects Limited are well advanced and initial feedback on the proposals has been received from the Council's planning department. It is intended that this scheme is to be pursued in the immediate future and a planning application is intended to be submitted well in advance of the publication of the Wallington Area Action Plan. Accordingly, there is no justification to delay the designation of this site for potential development, particularly given that the majority of the site is within the confines of the designated centre of Wallington within which additional commercial and residential uses are appropriate. Accordingly, my client requests that the Prefered Option 2 to retain the office and associated car parking pending the Wallington Area Action Plan be deleted. It is our client's intention not to seek a wholesale redevelopment of the site but rather to provide for additional development that would be primarily residential with a possible commercial element in addition to the existing uses on the site. We would therefore suggest that the Preferred Option for the site should be "additional residential and commercial development". Changes Required: Officer Response: At the time of preparation for this document, the freeholder was unable to provide the Council with any firm proposals. Even with more detailed proposals, the Council still considers the site is best considered within the context of neighbouring potential development sites such as Wallington Square and, possibly, Sainsburys. Therefore, it is still proposed to retain the Preferred Option. Any application submitted in advance of the Wallington Area Action Plan will need to be considered against the Development Plan and other material considerations. Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 3 of 17 D1: Crosspoint House & Car Park, Stafford Road, Wallington Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS51 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: English Heritage is content that Site D1 does not impact on the historic environment. Changes Required: Officer Response:

D2: Land to the North West of Jessops Way, Beddington Lane, Beddington Consultee ID: 107833 Full Name: Martin & Ann Wright Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS16 Nature of Response: Object to Officer Recommendation: Disagree - No action Reason: Description and UDP status seem wholly at odds with past and definitely current use. Should be included in waste plan assessment and regardless of outcome unallocated. Changes Required: Unless the document can demonstrate conservation/other value, should be unallocated pending outcome of waste review. Officer Response: The creation of the Wandle Valley Regional Park is one of a number of measures to promote sustainable regeneration within the Wandle Valley corridor. Whilst the past and current uses may not reflect typical parkland uses, this is an example of promoting change and improvemnet through the planning system. Consultee ID: 33627 Full Name: Mr Andrew Banfield OBE Organisation: Mitcham Common Conservators Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS21 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Although the board objected to a Kart track on this parcel of land, the conditions that were applied to the planning consent have largely alleviated our original concerns. Accordingly, the board supports Sutton Council's Preferred Option and concurs with its reason for rejecting the option of the use of this site as a waste management facility. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS25 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Natural England welcomes and supports the Council's Preferred Option to safeguard this land for the Wandle Valley Regional Park, within the designated Metropolitan Open Land. Assistance and support from Natural England can by called upon by the Council in helping to deliver this option. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Council thanks Natural England for its offer of assistance and looks forward to working in partnership with Natural England on various projects in the future.

08 September 2009 Page 4 of 17 D2: Land to the North West of Jessops Way, Beddington Lane, Beddington Consultee ID: 276661 Full Name: Organisation: Ferncombe Properties Agent ID: 276665 Agent Name: Mr Robert Le Clerc Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS49 Nature of Response: Object to Officer Recommendation: Disagree - No action Reason: I wish to make representations regarding the additional site reference D2 (Land to the North West of Jessops Way, Beddington) on behalf of the owner Ferncombe Properties. My client has been advised that an application for the site to be used for a waste management facility would be rejected on the grounds that such a facility would not be appropriate development in Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and would require that very special circumstances are demonstrated to allow the de-designation of this land as MOL so that it could be used for this purpose. Whilst my client is pleased to note that the consultation documents recognise that the site should be considered within the context of the South London Joint Waste DPD and other suitable sites that it may identify, it is submitted that the site would, in fact, be ideal for use for waste management purposes and its release would not necessarily be contrary to Green Belt policy as set out in government guidance in Planning Policy Statement 10 which states: "protect green belts but recognise the particular locational needs of some types of waste management facilities when defining green belt boundaries and, in determining planning applications, that these locational needs, together with the wider environmental and economic benefits of sustainable waste management, are material considerations that should be given significant weight in determining whether proposals should be given planning permission." While it is recognised that my client would have to demonstrate "very special circumstances" for the release of this site, my client believes that these do exist for the following reasons: (i) the lack of openness of the MOL at the site by virtue of the topography, bund screening and natural tree cover screening; (ii) the historic use of the site for mineral extraction and sewage sludge beds; (iii) the existing permitted use on the site; (iv) the ability of the owner to mitigate environmental problems; (v) the importance of the proposed use in helping meet the Government's aims for sustainable use of natural resources and energy generation. My client will be promoting the case for the designation of the site within the South London Joint Waste Development Plan Document because he believes that there is a lack of suitable available sites either within or outside the MOL of sufficient size for the proposed use. However, until clear confirmation is given by your authority that its inclusion from the London Borough of Sutton's Local Development Framework will not in any way prejudice its consideration for inclusion in the Joint Waste Development Plan Document, my client would request that the site be reconsidered for exclusion in the Sutton LDP for the reasons set out above. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Council considers that the site's use for waste management purposes should be considered through the South London Joint Waste DPD. It exclusion fon the Dite Development Policies Development Plan Document will not prejudice its consideration as a potential site in the South London Joint Waste Plan. Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS52 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: English Heritage supports the Borough's preferred option for Site D2 which is that it form part of creating Wandle Valley Regional Park. The Wandle Valley is an important heritage asset for the Borough and this proposed use of the land will assist the protection and enhancement of the area's heritage. Changes Required: Officer Response:

D3: Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Belmont Consultee ID: 107833 Full Name: Martin & Ann Wright Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS17 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: We don't understand how this site could ever have been unallocated given its longstanding use and control. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 5 of 17 D3: Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Belmont Consultee ID: 32837 Full Name: Mr Richard Evans Organisation: Surrey County Council Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS2 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: We note from the current consultation that Royal Marsden Hospital, Belmont, is included - and that the Borough's assessment includes new building for hospital purposes. The site is near to the Surrey boundary. We would support the short and medium term NHS Trust intentions. We would support, therefore, a "Health/Community" notation. We would also wish to be consulted on specific proposals at the site which may be of a large enough scale possibly affecting health or traffic matters. Changes Required: Officer Response: The London Borough of Sutton will inform Sutton County Council of developments on the site.

Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS26 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: The Council needs to be aware of the close proximity of the Royal Marsden Hospital Grasslands Site of Interest for Nature Conservation (SINC) to this site and ensure that impacts are avoided or mitigated. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Unitary Development Plan does not designate the area to the north east of the site as a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation, although it is recognised as an Area with Nature Conservation Interest. Further investigation on area to the north-east will be undertaken. Consultee ID: 328482 Full Name: Mr Raymond Holmes Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS3 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: It is of great importance to all that the medical facilities in the Borough are maintained at the highest standard. The proposed improvements to the site should be fully endorsed to ensure the medical facilities available are of the best possible standard. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 108000 Full Name: Mr Colin Rickard Organisation: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Agent ID: 228305 Agent Name: Mr Jonathon Porter Agent Organisation: Barton Willmore Comment ID: SDPAS48 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: We write on behalf of our client, the Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (RMH)... RMH supports the identification of the RMH as a site for development. RMH also generally supports the Preferred Option for the site. However, we consider that the word "currently" should be added to the second sentence of the Preferred Option so that it reads: "The Trust currently proposes..." This will allow for some flexibility, if necessary, for the proposals to change or be added to during the plan period. Changes Required: Officer Response: The text in the Submission draft of the Site Development Policies Development Plan Document will include a reference to the Trust's current plans to provide flexibility.

Consultee ID: 32850 Full Name: The Institute of Cancer Research Organisation: The Institute of Cancer Research Agent ID: 102446 Agent Name: Claire Morison Agent Organisation: Drivers Jonas

08 September 2009 Page 6 of 17 D3: Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Belmont Consultee ID: 32850 Full Name: The Institute of Cancer Research Organisation: The Institute of Cancer Research Agent ID: 102446 Agent Name: Claire Morison Agent Organisation: Drivers Jonas Comment ID: SDPAS5 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: The Institute of Cancer Research supports Site Allocation D3 (Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Belmont) as "Health" as this will continue to support the status of the campus as a centre of medical excellence and of national importance for cancer treatment. Furthermore, it will safeguard the future development proposals of the ICR. To coincide with the recently submitted planning application on the North Site, the ICR requests that "Research and Development" uses are included within the allocation. Changes Required: Officer Response: The site to the north-east of this site (Site B6 in the Site Development Policies Preferred Options draft) is proposed to be allocated as "Research and Development" in the Submission draft of the Site Development Policies DPD. Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS53 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: English Heritage advises that Site D3 lies within an archaeological priority area. This needs to be acknowledged in the document as it means that applications for developing this site must meet PPG16: Planning and Archaeology requirements for archaeological assessment and consultation with the Greater London Archaeological Advisory Service (GLAAS) and developers should be made aware of this at the earliest possible opportunity. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Council currently has no records of the site being within an Archaeological Priority Area but is awaiting updated Archaeological Priority Areas. If the site is within an Archaeological Priorty Area, this detail will be included in the information on the site in the Submission draft. English Heritage may also wish to raise its concerns at the planning application stage. Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS55 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: SUSTAINABILITY APPRAISAL: English Heritage is mostly content with the Sustainability Appraisal of the additional sites in respect of the historic environment. However, given that there is doubt over whether the Archaeological Priority Area status of Site D3 was understood when it was assessed, it may need to be reassessed in terms of Sustainability Appraisal 2(a) concerning the historic environment. Changes Required: Officer Response: The Council currently has no records that the site is an Archaeological Priority Area but is awaiting updated Archaeological Priority Areas. If the site is within an Archaeological Priority Area, the Sustainability Appraisal will be amended accordingly. D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 323803 Full Name: Mrs Caroline McRoyall Organisation: Surrey County FA Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 7 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 323803 Full Name: Mrs Caroline McRoyall Organisation: Surrey County FA Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS1 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: The Surrey County FA support this proposal to open up additional pitches for local football clubs and increase community use of Collingwood Recreation ground and Sutton United FC. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 330266 Full Name: Mr Bernie Higgins Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS10 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I am iinvolved in Sutton Little League - the little league concept is to provide free/low cost football to boys and girls in the local area the emphasis is on having fun and playing sport rather than winning at all costs. Sutton Little League has been very succesful and is very popular locally with a waiting list of local childen hoping to be allocated to a team. Safer Sutton Partnership acknowledge the part played by schemes such as Sutton Little League in helping strengthen community cohesion - the partnership sponsors football at Sutton Little League. Additional space like this for sports facilities within the borough is very welcome and schemes such as Sutton Little League would be very interested in using the pitches in order to meet the demand locally. A community gym and health facility within the new development would also be very beneficial for local people. Collingwood Park has also seen a rise in anti-social behaviour during the evenings/nights over recent years and this development would play a mojor part in dealing with that by providing alternative opportunities for local people. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 330935 Full Name: Miss Sarah Bleksley Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS11 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: This looks like an excellent facility. This part of the borough could really do with community facilities, and Collingwood Recreation Ground has been in need of something like this for years. Hopefully this would also bring more people to the football club itself, and mean great days out for families, young people and others in the community. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 330634 Full Name: Mr Stewart Howe Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS13 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Can I support the proposal to upgrade Collingwood Recreation Ground by restoring football pitches there? This area of Sutton is in need of a modern sports complex. I sincerely hope the development is proposed. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 8 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 329779 Full Name: M.J. Griffin Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS14 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I would like to register my support for the proposed redevelopment of Sutton United's ground. I used to live in the Borough, have visited the ground on many occasions and still do. I think that, if the redevelopment went ahead, it would improve the general ambience and character of the area surrounding the ground, as well as add much needed facilities to the Borough of Sutton. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 107833 Full Name: Martin & Ann Wright Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS18 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Not suitable as Urban Green Space. Support consideration of higher density and additional provision of sports and community, subject to full traffic and parking impact. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 333299 Full Name: Mr N Bryant Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS19 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: This re-development would enhance Collingwood Rec and provide a wonderful facility for the local community at all levels. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 333497 Full Name: Mr Adrian Barry Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS22 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I enthusiastically support the proposed development of this site in the manner described in your document - this is a part of the Borough which has been in desperate need of significant regeneration for many years. I remember playing Sunday morning football on Collingwood Rec many years ago and, as a frequent visitor to Sutton FC, can see the huge benefits to the community of providing qualitative, much-needed leisure facilities on a site both perfect for development and crying out for improvement. Well done London Borough of Sutton for proposing this development, which would radically improve this part of the Borough and greatly improve community facilities to Sutton's residents and particularly those in the environs of this site. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 9 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 32881 Full Name: Mr David Hammond Organisation: Natural England Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS27 Nature of Response: Support with conditions Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: The Council needs to be aware of the proximity of the Sutton to St Helier Railway Line Site of Importance for Nature Conservation to this site and ensure that impacts are avoided or mitigated. Changes Required: Officer Response: Development is proposed to take place on the opposite side of the football ground to the Site of Importance for Nature Conservation. In all cases, the Council strives to maintain the integrity of SINCs. Consultee ID: 334463 Full Name: Mr Paul Chalmers Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS30 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I'm writing to express my support of these plans. Collingwood Park is long overdue an overhaul of its space and the plans to modernise it are, in my view exemplary. I've seen many old photos of the Park full of flower beds looking very picturesque and giving it a new lease of life would be excellent for the local community. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 327185 Full Name: Mr Kevin Sutton Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS31 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: This should be a fantastic opportunity that should benefit both the local community and the Football Club. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 327275 Full Name: Mr Neil Medler Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS32 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: It's a great community project, with benefits for not only the football club, but also the local residents not normally associated with the club. It is also true that Sutton as a borough desperately needs another community sports centre, especially in the west of the borough. Currently in Sutton we only have Westcroft and Cheam Baths. This project has huge long-term benefits. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 328514 Full Name: Mr David Mathers Organisation: SCP Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 10 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 328514 Full Name: Mr David Mathers Organisation: SCP Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS33 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I was born in the Borough, some 60 years ago, and my family have supported Sutton United for well over 60 years. My father is now 91 years old and still gets to the occasional match. Soccer has been the most popular sport in the borough throughout these years, and continues to be so, and Sutton United has been the foremost and most successful during those years. The Directors and Supports of Sutton United have worked, and continue to work, tirelessly, and completely free of charge for the youngsters in the Borough. Through both male and female teams, they provide fantastic opportunities for so many, giving them a very healthy and competitive activity, a great character builder and at a cost that is affordable at every level. As I say, this is due to the outstanding work put in at Sutton United. I feel they should now see some contribution from the Borough to match their efforts. This would then ensure the good work continues with the youngsters, and at the same time, provide more facilities to keep the name of Sutton United as a proud forebearer of the London Borough of Sutton. Changes Required: The document should, in my opinion, reflect the views stated above, to the benefit of the community. Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 328256 Full Name: mr Nevil Smith Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS34 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Enhances local facilities Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 329298 Full Name: Dr Thomas Dixon Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS35 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Currently the Rec is a greatly underused resource and will be greatly improved with the provision of the proposed amenities. This area of the Borough is currently poorly equipped with sporting facilities. The local football club should gain significant impetus, hopefully increased support and revenue. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 329745 Full Name: Mr Roland Burton Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS36 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: A clear benefit to the local community that will improve the standing of the area and facilities immeasurably. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 11 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 328482 Full Name: Mr Raymond Holmes Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS37 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: There is currently little in the way of community facilities in the area around Gander Green Lane and Collingwood Road. Improving the availability of sporting facilities in the area would indeed give local residents more choice of activities readily available to them. A multi-purpose hall would also give a focal point for local groups to meet and hold functions etc. The combined use of the SUFC facilities seems a logical step as it is a prime site and development of this stadium would provide fully integrated sports and community facilities and would benefit everyone involved. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 329782 Full Name: Mr Allan Thraves Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS38 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: This is a fantastic opportunity to redevelop part of West Sutton that has been allowed to stagnate for years. I believe that both th LB of S and SUFC would both like to redevelop this site for their own reasons and local residents will benefit from this plan being approved. Win, win, win for all three parties. West Sutton is in need of more leisure facilities to keep their youngsters fit, healthy and out of trouble. Collingwood Rec has been run down for years (I played there in the 70s and 80s unfortunately!!) More football pitches and modern changing facilities are desperately required in the Borough. So, why not here? At the moment Collingwood Rec just seems to be a shortcut to and from Sutton High Street. Also these plans will give more community facilities back to West Sutton. A community meeting hall sounds great as does the indoor sports facilities and improved conditions for SUFC spectators who need to be looked after better in terms of toilets, covered terraces and refreshments. SUFC has a great history and tradition in local non-league football and is always looking to provide better facilities and football standards for the residents on a shoe-string budget. They are a well-managed organisation with a Board that has their feet on the floor and who are desperate to achieve FA Standard-Community Status for the Club. These plans will put the FC in the centre of the community. SUFC needs your help as it plays a large part in bringing on local youth in football terms. Many youngsters pass through the colts/youth sections and progress to higher football. Nicky Bailey was the last to leave as a youngster and is now at Charlton Athletic with a host of Premiership and Championship teams wanting his signature. The plan to enclose the football ground on all four sides has been a dream for too long and will also add a higher level of security. I have been watching SUFC since the mid 1960s and unfortunately money has been in short supply to progress their ground as other clubs have done at their level. This proposal, if agreed, will go a long way to achieving a more modent ground with facilities to match. I hope as many people as possible who live or have lived in LB of S vote for this plan as soon as possible. Changes Required: Vehicular access from Gander Green Lane only. Would an extra entrance from Collingwood Road be logically and financially out of reach? Officer Response: Vehicular access to and from Collingwood Road is potentially problematic with regard to visibility along the road for vehicles turning into and out of Collingwood Recreation Ground. Consultee ID: 329807 Full Name: Mr Simon Longman Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 12 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 329807 Full Name: Mr Simon Longman Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS39 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: I support the planned development of Sutton United's football ground and bringing Collingwood Rec back into use as footbal pitches and the other community facilities it would bring. I've never been a resident of Sutton but have supported Sutton United FC since the age of 8 (I'm now 22). I come to the Borough of Sutton on a regular basis. When walking through the rec it can sometimes be quite scary specially at night and when I was younger attending Tuesday night games as it's very dark and you have to walk past the swing and skate park and there are youths hanging around, the area is poorly lit. The ground also looks run down and often gets vandalised which just makes the park look even more rundown. The fact nnone of the green land will be built on is also good as there is enough land within the boundaries of the ground to accommodate the new facilities. It would also be excellent to get the local pitches back into a usable state and have children's, teenage and adult football matches on the park on Saturdays and Sundays and also be available for other uses during the rest of the week for other activities. At present, you don't see the grass area being used other than by dog walkers. It would also be good to see the hard court and swing park improved so that there is a local hub of facilitiesfor the local community to use and enjoy and also improve the look of the park, reduce people's fear of walking through the rec and encourage a more active lifestyle for the residents. It's also within easy reach for the community to get to on foot or by public transport and the car park at the football ground would provide parking for the park as well as the ground. Changes Required: I think there should be a walkway/path going from the football ground car park leading through to the park behind the east stand as this would mean that people can use the car park when coming to the park and not have to walk the long way round via Gander Green Lane. Officer Response: The Council will consider potential access improvements prior to the publication of the Submission draft of the Site Development Policies Development Plan Document.

Consultee ID: 328482 Full Name: Mr Raymond Holmes Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS4 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: There is currently little in the way of community facilities in the area around Gander Green Lane and Collingwood Road. Improving the availability of sporting facilities in this area would, indeed, give local residents more choice of activities readily available to them. A multi-purpose hall would also give a focal point for local groups to meet or hold functions etc.The combined use of the Sutton United Football Club facilities seems a logical step as it is a prime site and development of this stadium would provide fully integrated sports and community facilities and would benefit everyone involved. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 330100 Full Name: Mr David Loughlin Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS40 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: When I was younger, I played regularly on Collingwood Rec as part of West Sutton Little League. However, during my time at the league, the rain during one particularly season forced the league to move to Cheam Park and to my knowledge they have never returned. It is now almost 20 years since then and I can only conclude that Collingwood Rec is being very underused and the proposals to develop the site would vastly improve the facilities there and create an area of open space that could once again be used by the local community to the extent it was in my youth. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 13 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 332432 Full Name: Mr Rozario Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS41 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I think this will benefit all parties. It will be fantastic for the immediate local community and the rest of the Borough and beyond to have use of such great facilities (considering there does appear to be a lack of facilities these days, football and cricket pitches disappearing in Mellows Park and elsewhere in Sutton). I believe it will help the young kids have a great facility on their doorstep which will encourage them to keep fit and stay healthy. This is a must for Sutton, no doubt about it. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 335625 Full Name: Mr David Farebrother Organisation: Sutton United FC Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS43 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Collingwood Recreation ground was once a thriving play area for people of all ages, but since the sports pitches disappeared it has become something of an eyesore for the town. This part of the borough desparately needs community sports facilities, revitalising the park will also make it a more welcoming, enjoyable and safer area for the public. The enhanced facilities will also be of benefit to Sutton United FC, enhancing the stadium, which is a facility owned by LB Sutton, and allowing the club to bring to the community exciting options for training and play for adults, boys and girls teams and for people with disabilities. It is a much needed facility for all of the residents of the borough and this option will allow the area to be brought up to a high standard without imposing a financial burden on the council or ratepayers. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 335649 Full Name: Mrs Karen Farebrother Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS44 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I am responding in relation to item d, for Collingwood Rec. Having lived in and around Cheam for many years until recently, I am disapointed in teh decline of the recreation ground and how it has become a slightly scary place to visit, especially in the evening. The development plans, bringing back football and also helping the local club improve its own facilities seem very positive with no obvious downsides, so I am really happy to express my support. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 335680 Full Name: Mr Gareth Lambe Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 14 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 335680 Full Name: Mr Gareth Lambe Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS45 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: This looks like a very exciting potential development. The London Borough of Sutton is in great need of additional sporting facilities. This will provide a great boost to people across the Borough and provide a great opportunity to school kids to become more active and get involved within the community. The development will also provide great support to providing a better stadium for our local football team. This will help mark Sutton on the map further and give the local people a stadium to be proud of. Hopefully this is somehting the whole community will support and be excited by. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 335519 Full Name: Mr Robert Budd Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS46 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Although I no longer live in the Sutton area, I still support Sutton United at all home games. I was born in Sutton in 1955 and lived in the area until 1985. The development of the area will be a massive boost in terms of income, facilities and regeneration. Collingwood Rec used to be a vibrant open space for football pitches, community get-togethers, funfairs etc and this has degenerated over the last 30 years. To implement these changes can only be of benefit for the local community as a whole. I support the regeneration. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 335483 Full Name: Mr John Parker Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS47 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Collingwood Rec is an under-utilised community facility. SUFC has always had links to junior football on this site (SUFC mini league etc) but an integrated changing facility would expand that integration. It could become a very exciting local project benefiting local residents and the football club alike. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 32844 Full Name: Claire Craig Organisation: English Heritage Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS54 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: English Heritage is content that the preferred option for Site D4 reinforces the cultural heritage of that site. Changes Required: Officer Response:

08 September 2009 Page 15 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 336046 Full Name: Mr Michael Woods Organisation: Sutton Cricket Club Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS57 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Better sports facilities are a must for any forward thinking community. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 108350 Full Name: Mr John James Organisation: Sutton United Supporters' Trust (SUST) Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS6 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - Action proposed Reason: This will provide much needed leisure and recreational facilities for the area. It will encourage and improve the health and wellbeing of local residents whilst at the same time providing a facility and useage that will 'reclaim' the park back from those who choose to engage in anti-socail behaviour. SUST obviously fully supports this proposal and looks forward to developing it further. Changes Required: Whilst the document should not be changed, it should perhaps emphasise that an excellent and exciting opportunity exists here for multi-agency cooperation. Clearly the development must reamain within the confines of SUFC but this will benefit all the people in the park and surrounding area. Working in cooperation with the Metropolitan Police, Football Association, SUFC, private enterprise and the London Borough of Sutton, a truly imaginative proposal can be developed Officer Response: The Submission draft of the Site Development Policies will refer to how sites will help to deliver the policies of the Core Planning Strategy. This site will help to deliver improvements to a neighbouring Community Regeneration Area (Core Policy PMP3) and Improve Health and Well-Being (Core Policy BP5) Consultee ID: 33761 Full Name: Mr John James Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS7 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: As a father with children, I think the idea of putting football (and I would like to see a cricket pitch as well) pitches back into Collingwood Rec is a great idea. Years ago there used to be pitches but after the wooden pavilion burnt down the pitches were grassed over and now all you have is a place where people walk their dogs and kids get up to mischief. Obviously if you are going to have the pitches, you need to have the facilities to support it, and the idea of developing the football ground to provide this, again is a great idea. I personally think the area needs a community centre but if this is too expensive at least lets have something like the suggestions in the Council's D4 proposal. Changes Required: I would like a cricket pitch to be included. I think the construction could also provide a cafeteria for the Mums and toddlers to enjoy next to the swings that the Council put in earlier this year. If it had toilets in it that would be good. By the sounds of it, the construction behind the goal could be some sort of Community facility so as well as having football for the young people, there could be something older residents to enjoy. Officer Response: The detailed proposals for the community facilities are a matter for the planning application. The designation of the site in this document deals with the principle of development.

Consultee ID: 330079 Full Name: Mr Keith Stewart Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation:

08 September 2009 Page 16 of 17 D4: Sutton United Football Ground, Gander Green Lane, Sutton Consultee ID: 330079 Full Name: Mr Keith Stewart Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS8 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: Although not resident in the Sutton area, I am a regular visitor to the town and the football ground in particular. This looks like an excellent proposal which will benefit many groups within the community and beyond. The recreation ground is in obvious need of restoration, only dog walker benefit from it at the moment. New football pitches and changing rooms will be very popular and generate good revenue for the council, as well as benefitting the football club by attracting extra supporters. Changes Required: Officer Response:

Consultee ID: 330195 Full Name: Mr Mark Bravery Organisation: Agent ID:Agent Name: Agent Organisation: Comment ID: SDPAS9 Nature of Response: Support Officer Recommendation: Noted - No action Reason: I wish to support the proposals at D4. Successful implementation would help to regenerate this part of Sutton, strengthen links between Sutton Unitred Football Club and the local community, and encourage physical recreation amongst children and young people in the area. I am a member of the Sutton United Supporters' Trust, and am aware of the desire within the Trust and among the club's management committee to forge stronger links with the local community. The plans have potential to deliver real benefits for club, supporters and local people. Changes Required: Officer Response:

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