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Plans to redevelop the Kent County Cricket Ground in Beckenham were supported at a meeting of the Development Control Committee.
The decision allows for redevelopment of the county standard cricket ground on Worsley Bridge Road, Beckenham, to include improvements to the sports facilities and new housing. The Kent County Cricket Ground is situated on Metropolitan Open Land and the final decision is subject to any direction by the Mayor of London.
"While we realise that there are a number of concerns to be balanced with this application, this is a special ground with very special circumstances. This is one of the best sports facilities in the area and redeveloped facilities will increase the leisure offer in Beckenham and benefit the local economy. Residents can be assured that the committee considered at length all the relevant planning materials and policy considerations before deciding on balance that the application should be approved" said Councillor Peter Dean, Chairman of the Development Control Committee.
The application includes plans for new all-weather pitches, an indoor multi-use training centre, a health and fitness centre, improved permanent spectator seating and a small conference facility. There is also provision for housing on the south side of the site in order to raise the capital revenue required for the development of the sports facilities.
Conditions of the permission include stipulations in the milestones of construction, keeping the playing fields and pavilion available for hire by the community and an agreement to upkeep of site maintenance.
For further information visit www.bromley.gov.uk/planning
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