In planning matters, we:
- monitor planning applications for properties in, or adjoining, the Society’s Area of Benefit
- make representations to the Council about planning applications
- assess and comment on revisions to the Council’s, the Mayor of London’s or the Government’s planning policies and guidelines
- develop links with local and national elected representatives
- develop constructive relationships and hold regular meetings with Council Officers
- work with the Wimbledon Union of Residents’ Associations, local Residents’ Associations and other Civic Societies
- respond to contacts made by residents or developers
- recommend additions or changes to Conservation Area boundaries, the Council’s Local List or Historic England’s Statutory List
- make representations on other matters that affect the good governance of our area
In environmental matters we:
- identify and respond to risks to the local environment and wellbeing of Wimbledon’s residents and visitors
- respond to public consultations on issues affecting the environment,
- seek to influence positive change in environmental matters
- participate in consultations on environmental matters
- support the continued maintenance and improvement of our green spaces , trees and park
- support and work with Merton’s Climate Action Team
- work towards improving air quality in the area
- help to encourage active travel in Wimbledon
Planning Contacts
Secretary
secretarypc@wimbledonsociety.org.uk
Any member of the Society wishing to join the Planning & Environment Committee should contact the Chairman at chairpc@wimbledonsociety.org.uk
If you have any questions or comments for our Environment team please contact:
susanna.riviere@wimbledonsociety.org.uk
A Map of Our Area
The green line denotes the boundary of our area & the blue lines are ward boundaries effective from 2022 within that. We may also comment on major developments just outside our area.
