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The proposed development involves ground works that will disturb part of the garden, for example changing levels or general landscaping. We also note, from provided early estate maps, that the property appears to have been on/adjacent to brick kiln. As much of the borough is covered by made ground, which is often contaminated with substances such as lead and asbestos, the applicant may wish to consider undertaking soil sampling to check whether contaminants are above recommended levels within soils. This particularly applies to areas of soft landscaping, but is also relevant to hard surfaced areas, which may be removed in the future. Guidance on undertaking soil sampling is available within the Council's CLC2 guidance for small-scale sampling. If you have any questions, please contact the Royal Borough's Contaminated Land Officer (Pollution Regulatory Team) (Tel: 020 7361 3002, email: [email protected]).