HOW TO OBJECT?

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When there are a lot of objections, many of them will turn out to be duplicate comments. Lambeth will take objections more seriously if they have clearly been written by the objector, and if that person shows they understand what they are talking about.

Three ways to object

  1. Submit comments through the Lambeth planning database or

  2. Email planning@lambeth.gov.uk

  3. Write to Planning, Lambeth, PO Box 80771, London SW2 9QQ

    If 2 or 3, include the application number, address 409 Kennington Road, your details and reasons for objecting.

Think through your reasons for objecting

  • Review the planning application, associated documents and planning policies

  • Consider the potential impacts and the planning policies and regulations that apply.

  • Formulate clear and concise arguments: clearly articulate your objections in a logical and persuasive manner.

Make your comment

  • Click “Make a comment” on the application details page.

  • You can submit comments online, by email or in writing.

  • Opening – state clearly the reason for your letter and level of concern, and list your specific points of objection.

  • Body – start with the strongest objection, make each point clear (heading or numbering) and quote a relevant council policy if known.

  • Concluding – Consider worst-case scenario, if unsuccessful and the plans are approved, are there any other points you want the council to keep in mind? Controlled hours of operation, traffic.  These do not weaken your earlier objections. Close by asking for your objections to be taken into consideration.

Important Considerations

  • Comments will be made publicly available on the Lambeth site.

  • Objections are stronger if they refer to specific council policies but not essential.

  • It’s best to make your views known early in the process, but comments will be taken into account if made before the application is determined.

  • Avoid standard letters or petitions, these may not carry as much weight.

Privacy

  • Personal details of individuals will be removed.

  • Read Lambeth’s Privacy Policy before making your comment if concerned.

Stick to planning considerations

  • The proposed building is far too tall and too big for the area – more than twice as high as any other one nearby.

  • It does not blend in with our streets and surroundings, Conservation Area or not.

  • It is not on a brownfield redevelopment site, unlike the towers at Vauxhall and Elephant & Castle.

  • It will take away a large part our pavements at a busy junction for pedestrians, cyclists, families and dog-walkers.

  • It will rob many of us of the daylight and sunshine we’re entitled to at various times of the day.

  • It doesn’t help anyone on the council housing list, doesn’t deliver the homes Lambeth needs, and is not social housing.

  • The tall building will bring a ‘windy city’ feel to our residential neighbourhood.

  • Kennington Park, where we play with our children during the holidays, walk our dogs and enjoy the green space, will be partly in shadow.

  • It won’t bring many long-term jobs into our area, and none of the families who want to settle in the area.

  • Knocking down the existing structure and building this new one is not sustainable.

  • Entrances in Stannary Street will get blocked with traffic, and could mean businesses decide to quit the area, taking their jobs with them.

  • The planned tower goes against some of Lambeth’s own planning policies.

  • Aspects of the tower that are unacceptable in terms of visual impact.

  • Effect of the tower on the character and appearance of the Kennington Conservation Area and Kennington Park.

  • Effect of the development on the streetscape.

  • Design including bulk and massing, detailing and materials – if you think it looks ugly say so, especially if overbearing, out of scale or not in character.

  • Impact on the setting of listed buildings e.g.Lycee (Victorian School), Alberts Lodge (Park), Georgian houses.

  • Impact on setting and main entrance to Kennington Park – one of only 4 Grade ii parks in Lambeth.

  • Loss of Privacy in immediate neighbourhood.

  • Possible noise and disturbance.