Bromley Council's Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 has approved the installation of solar panels on the roof of Walnuts Leisure Centre in Orpington, a move expected to bring significant environmental benefits.
The decision, made at a meeting on Thursday, July 16, 2026, will see photovoltaic solar panels fitted to the leisure centre's swimming pool roof. The officer's report indicated that the development would enhance the facility and would not negatively impact local residents or the character of the area.
The solar panels are to be located on the swimming pool roof and will not be visible above the parapet wall. The application was considered a positive step towards renewable energy generation for the leisure centre.
This development is projected to provide environmental benefits through improvements to the overall efficiency and performance of the building, helping to reduce the building's carbon footprint and energy loss. The proposal aligns with London Plan Policy SI2, which encourages minimizing carbon dioxide emissions by using less energy, supplying energy efficiently, and utilising renewable energy sources.
Further details regarding the meeting and its decisions can be found in the Public reports pack and the Decisions document from the meeting on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The Agenda frontsheet for the Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 meeting is also available.
