Through the work of the sub-committee, the Society has been instrumental in saving many buildings of note including Addington Square, Denmark Hill Station and part of Windsor Walk. The Society has also been instrumental in influencing new development to make a positive contribution to the area, and works with local residents and tenants groups where there are common issues. The current composition of the Planning sub-committee is: Tim Gaymer, Anthony Kyrke-Smith, Elizabeth Borowiecka, Jason Leech, Robert Potz, Jonathan Hunt, Paul Cohoon, Somayya Yaqub, Michael Galt and Tom Harvey. Potential new members are welcome to attend a meeting as an observer initially. The Society is currently under represented by members from the Myatt Fields and Brunswick Park areas.
16/AP/0080 | 159 GROVE LANE, LONDON, SE5 8BG
Erection of 1st floor rear extension; shallow dome with roof light above stairwell within existing roof structure; conversion and extension of existing shed into new room to rear of house at ground floor level.
Comment: This is a less intrusive version of a proposal submitted in 2015. The Camberwell Society had objected to the previous application on the grounds that it’s impact on the shape of the main house roof, one of a symmetrical pair, was an unsympathetic intrusion. The present proposal is more modest, consisting of a glazed dome over the centrally placed oval staircase, in the lee of the flat roof of the first floor front room, and a circular shower room extension tucked under the eaves of the rear of the back addition. These interventions should add to the amenity of the house without interfering with its historic character. The Camberwell Society welcomes this proposal.