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To receive an update on Edmonton Centre.

RECEIVED an update report on Edmonton Green Shopping Centre.

NOTED that planning permission was granted on the 22^nd November 2023 for the redevelopment of the Edmonton Green Shopping Centre and adjoining land, which is bounded by Fore Street, The Broadway, Hertford Road, Monmouth Road and Plevna Road. The applicant is Crosstree.  The said report lists developments.

Since approval, legal action has been sought by Asda, the outcome of which will be seen after 27 June 2023, which is the formal date for the hearing.

In respect of timescales, not all developments will be delivered at once. There is a 12 year forward time and timings in the report have already slipped.

The following comments/questions were received:

Q.        Please clarify Phase 1 75% savings on CO2.

A.        The savings use the building regulations 2013 as a baseline. Carbon savings in addition to this are in accordance with the London Plan and local plan where developments are required to be constructed to save carbon. The use of insulation, window heat retention and pv panels form the basis of the savings.

Q.        Does the carbon footprint calculations quote savings on new buildings during the life of the building or CO2 during construction.

A.        The calculations do not include every element, but the planning application can be provided for interest. Action Chris Heather: estimates of CO2 generated during development to be circulated.

Q.        Regarding point 4.2 of the report, 861% increase in habitats and 96% increase in hedgerows, where are these increases coming from?

A.        The percentages are so high as the starting point is relatively low.  There are opportunities throughout the development for areas of landscaping and park areas. There will be planning and local resident consultations to provide sufficient areas of use for all as part of future Reserved Matters applications.

Q.        Please update on green roofs, sports pitches and activities.

A.        There is no space for sports pitches but there will be play spaces which cater for various ages.

Q.        Is the second staircase now required to make the building more environmentally friendly?

A.        One staircase is sufficient in line with GLA policy for Phase 1 of the development (as this has been granted in full) but the later phases will need to consider two staircases for taller buildings.

Q.        In respect of commercial aspects, 12 years is a long programme, how does the Council ensure the programme gets delivered on time?

A.        Phase 1 includes 31% affordable housing.  Later stages include positives too.  The expectation of the developers has been honest and upfront with the Council.

To receive the updated Enfield Local Heritage List.

RECEIVED a review of the Local Heritage List from Harriet Bell, Heritage Officer and Christine White, Heritage and Urban Design Manager.          

NOTED

1.    Key points were highlighted

2.    Local Heritage List was approved in 2018.

3.    PPG recommends review every 2 years. Heritage Strategy allows for annual review although programme disrupted by pandemic.

4.    New recommendations include 46 new entries, 4 removals, 8 amendments to increase and 1 amendment to reduce.

5.    8-week consultation to include direct mail and website. 

6.    Once responses are reviewed and information collated, there will be a portfolio decision and expected publication of decision is due spring-summer 2023.

The following comments and questions were received:

Q.   What work is being done in the east of the borough to provide better representation of this area of Enfield?

A.   Close working with REACT, EREC and Enfield Society from Heritage Strategy continuing to enable a group to be established on the east side of the borough to form part of the Heritage Forum.  This is an ongoing piece of work encouraged by proposals on the east side.

Q.  How can the Local List be promoted?

A.  This is part of the work to be considered as part of the comms strategy to update the revised list.  We will need to go out to groups and spread the word.  With the new Dugdale Centre opening, we can showcase what we know and ask them to promote on our behalf.  The Environment Forum can help in this regard by asking all participating groups to share the information.  Perhaps to showcase information on websites and forums on an easy-to-read document. 

Q.  Is it possible to send all the Members a link to advise them where the consultation is? Also, the Hadley Wood Local Neighbourhood Plan has been going on for many years now, what information is currently available regarding adoption or completion of this process and why has it taken so long?

A.  Harriet Bell will send the appropriate link out as requested.

      Regarding the Hadley Wood Local Neighbourhood Plan, due process is being adhered to and is ongoing. The Regulation 16 consultation is now underway.

Q.  Can additional information be added to the consultation?

A.  Nominations are now closed.

Q.  Are planners aware of sites from the GIS System?

A.  The GIS map should trigger notification of sites during the consultation in respect of our work.

Q.  When is the consultation starting?

A.  Governance is still in progress but should start within the next 2 weeks.

Q.  What are the four removals?

A.  Pymmes Mews, Hollywood Gardens, 27 High Street Southgate, Jubilee Park, Edmonton.

Comments:

·         Working collaboratively is a good idea, especially by volunteers who have done some training. Perhaps putting forward some additional heritage assets.  It is reassuring that only one big building is gone.

·         In Lancaster Road, there are some commemorative transfers erected which are proving cheaper than the traditional plaques. Owners may wish to have transfers on their buildings.

·         Planning Officers to be made aware of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 5