Croydon Council's Planning Committee has approved plans for new residential flats at Boulevard Point, located at 15 Scarborough Road. The decision, made during a meeting on Thursday, July 2, 2026, grants permission for the creation of a mezzanine level to form a new residential flat above a currently redundant space within the existing building. This 'redundant space' is described as a 'vacant plant area' and a previous proposal for this area was for a studio unit.
The proposal also includes alterations such as new windows and a balcony to the rear of the property.
During the committee meeting, Councillor Paul Lenscoff raised objections, citing concerns about overdevelopment and potential impacts on daylight, sunlight, and privacy for neighbouring properties, including Stoneham House. Officers addressed these points, noting the distance to Stoneham House and the car-free nature of the development.
Councillor Mark Johnson expressed reservations about the aesthetic of the proposed perforated balconies, describing them as horrific.
Councillor Stuart King, however, acknowledged the intention behind the perforated metal screens, which aim to prevent residents from retrofitting their own screens.
The committee resolved to grant permission, subject to conditions and the completion of a Section 106 agreement to secure contributions for sustainable transport. The new flat will be constructed to M4.1 accessibility requirements.
The meeting information indicates that for the Boulevard Point application, the committee resolved to grant permission. While the specific vote count for this application was not explicitly stated, other applications discussed during the meeting, such as the one for 319 Whitehorse Road, saw unanimous approval, and the application for Land Adjoining 54, Beulah Hill was approved with seven votes in favour, none against, and one abstention. See Public reports pack
