Warner Case Studies
Sector:
Residential Appeal
Location:
Walton-on-Thames
Local Authority:
Elmbridge Borough Council
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Sector:
Commercial
Location:
Chiswick, West London
Local Authority:
London Borough of Hounslow
Following a previous refusal on the site, Warner Planning positively engaged with the London Borough of Hounslow Council to address the previous reason for refusal and submit a new planning application to extend and reconfigure this commercial car dealership in Chiswick, West London.
The perceived harm to the character and appearance of the area, which was raised on the previous refusal, was overcome through planning conditions for the construction materials and the type of windows and doors that could be used, as well as restricting any additional doors or windows on the infill extension.
The application was approved through a delegated decision by the London Borough of Hounslow Council
Images courtesy of CMI Architecture Ltd
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Watford
Local Authority:
Three Rivers District Council
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Sector:
Residential
Location:
Addlestone, Surrey
Local Authority:
Runnymede Borough Council
Following Pre-Applications for the site whereby Warner Planning positively engaged with Runnymede Borough Council to agree the preferred type of development and the proposed layout for this brownfield site; a full application was submitted by Warner Planning to demolish the existing garden centre buildings and erect 74 residential dwellings, including affordable dwellings, with associated parking, landscaping and drainage. As the site lies within the Green Belt, its previously developed nature allowed for redevelopment in accordance with the NPPF and the new residential dwellings would make a significant contribution to the identified need for affordable housing within Runnymede. Key challenges relating to the design of the site and access to sustainable travel were all overcome through collaborative working with the council and the addition of a new pedestrian crossing, widening of the existing footway to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists as well as provision of a new bus stop and improvements to the existing bus stops. Every dwelling will also be fitted with an EV charging point. The application was presented at Planning Committee by Warner Planning where it was unanimously approved, subject to conditions and a S106 agreement. Images courtesy of Condy Lofthouse Architects |
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Buckingham
Local Authority:
Buckinghamshire Council (Aylesbury Vale)
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Sector:
Care
Location:
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
Local Authority:
Borough of Broxbourne
Following a Pre-Application on the site, Warner Planning positively engaged with the Borough of Broxbourne council to submit a planning application to demolish the existing commercial buildings on this site in Cheshunt and build a high-quality design, 80-bed care home which would help meet the identified local need for residential care for the elderly.
As a previously developed site, the principle of redevelopment is in accordance with the NPPF and overall local plan policies and it offered a significant opportunity to enhance the site and the local area.
The generation of 78 new full time employment positions resulted in a net gain of 56 full time positions which accorded with the local plan.
Engagement with the council throughout the application process enabled amendments to the design of the building, in particular the height and overall scale of the front elevation and the final proposed design was considered acceptable.
The site was deemed to be sustainable, would result in a biodiversity net gain, would provide en-suite rooms which exceed the DoH space guidance and not impact the amenity of neighbouring properties.
The application was presented by Warner Planning at planning committee and was approved subject to conditions. The project is scheduled for opening in Summer 2026.
Images courtesy of Condy Lofthouse Architects
Sector:
Residential
Location:
St Albans, Hertfordshire
Local Authority:
St Albans City and District Council
Warner Planning positively engaged with St Albans City and District Council to submit a planning application to demolish an existing bungalow in St Albans and construct a new single storey dwelling and three further 2 storey dwellings to the rear of the site. Amended plans were submitted following feedback from the council. Concerns relating to perceived overdevelopment of the site, loss of green space and the proposals being inconsistent with the Neighbourhood Plan were received and the application was taken to the Development Management Committee in September 2024. The council was unable to demonstrate a 4-year housing land supply which carried significant weight as a material consideration and the planning officer deemed there to be no identified adverse impacts that would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits of providing housing within an urban area such as this. The application was recommended for approval and permission was granted at committee subject to conditions. Images courtesy of CMI Studios |
Sector:
Commercial to Residential
Location:
Buckden, Huntingdonshire
Warner Planning positively engaged with the Council to submit a planning application for change of use of a vacant former commercial property situated in rural Huntingdonshire to a residential property by means of altering the internal floor plan. The principle of development was acceptable as it would re-use a redundant or disused building and enhance it’s immediate setting as per paragraph 80 of the NPPF. The council also agreed with the benefit of a reduction of vehicle movements on the site. The application was approved in October 2023 Images courtesy of Optimis Consulting |
Sector:
Care
Location:
Bottesford, Leicestershire
Local Authority:
Melton Borough Council
Following a Pre-Application on this site, Warner Planning positively engaged with Bottesford Parish Council to discuss the potential redevelopment of a residential site in Bottesford, Leicestershire to build a 76-bed care home. Warner Planning also brought forward the site to the council as available and immediately deliverable in the context of the emerging local plan. We will provide further information as the project develops. Images courtesy of Illustrate Architects |
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Parsons Green, London
Local Authority:
Hammersmith and Fulham
Following previous refusals for the site, Warner Planning positively engaged with Hammersmith and Fulham Council through the Pre-Application process to successfully achieve full planning permission to extend this residential property situated within the Hurlingham conservation area in Parsons Green, London.
Key challenges relating to visual amenity and possible harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area were all overcome through collaborative working with the council.
Images courtesy of MEW Architects