Anyone can object or comment. We would recommend writing your own letters. Many people using the same template will not have the same impact. Evidence and personal knowledge are very important. It can also help to think long-term, ask what you ultimately want to achieve, and consider the public interest. Be concise, courteous and factual.

Overview of the application

The proposal consists of 586 dwellings, in 5 tower blocks, 8-16 storeys high. Construction traffic will be a one-way-system, north-south. Post-construction, vehicle access is via the south only (Green Lane), with cycle / pedestrian acess to the north.

Understanding the scheme & application(s)

The application consists of 223 documents. The main ones are listed on our Planning Documents page. The same documents have been submitted to both Kingston and Merton Council.

The Kingston application is for the overall build and southern access route. The Merton application is for the access routes to the north, Marina Avenue and Sir Joseph Hood. They will require separate objections.

Whilst representations to Merton may wish to focus on the issues affecting Merton, any points that you feel are relevant should be included, so this would include any objections or observations to the wider proposal also.

Kingston Application

1. Online (recommended). Go to Kingston’s Planning Portal quoting the application reference 25/02562/FUL. Instructions are provided. The portal times you out after 30 minutes. We advise that you write your comments before copying and pasting them.

The portal briefly lists the ‘material considerations‘ you can object to. We have provided better guidance here. We would recommend prioritising those most important to you rather than trying to cover everything.

2. By post: Planning Department, Planning and Development Team, Guildhall 2, High Street, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1EU 

Quote your name, address and the application reference 25/02562/FUL. Remember to state your stance: object, support or neutral.

3. Email: development.management@kingston.gov.uk This is a generic email address. Please only use this if you have photos or documents you would like to submit as part of your representation. A member of staff will need to upload the comments to the portal separately. Quote your name, address and the application reference 25/02562/FUL. Remember to state your stance: object, support or neutral.

Merton Application (deadline 24 December)

Send your comments by email to:
planning.representations@merton.gov.uk 

Include the following:

• Application reference number 25/P2859
• Your name and address
• A brief description of the application
• Your comments and your stance: object, support or neutral.

Please note: Comments are not confidential and will be part of the public record.

Writing Objections

For some inspiration please see the Key Objections Menu . Many websites provide objection advice, however, please note that different councils have different planning policies.

An overview of the main applicable planning policies and guidance relevant to this development can be found here. It is good practice to base your objections on policy and to quote it.

Below are some guides to objecting provided by reputable organisations:

Campaign for the Protection of Rural England

The Brighton Society provides good advice on commenting effectively on planning applications. They also provided objection guidance for the Brighton Gas Works development.

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