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The proposed change of use would result in the loss of valuable office floorspace which in turn would reduce the range and stock of business premises available within the Borough, preventing business to grow and thrive. The applicant has failed to demonstrate that the loss of the office space would not have a detrimental impact on the range of office premises within the Borough or that the unit is unviable and in the absence of this justification, the proposal is contrary to policy CF5 of the Local Plan 2019.

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The applicant has failed to agree to enter into a legal agreement to secure the new residential unit to be residents parking permit free. In the absence of such an agreement, the proposal would result in an increase in on-street parking in the Borough, contrary to policy CT1 of the Local Plan 2019, and the guidance contained within the Council's Transport and Streets Supplementary Planning Document.

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Policies of Particular Relevance
You are advised that this application was determined by the Local Planning authority with regard to Development Plan policies including relevant policies contained within the London Plan 2015 (Consolidated with Alterations since 2011); the Consolidated Local Plan 2015 and the 'Saved' policies of the Unitary Development Plan adopted 25 May 2002.

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Refused/No pre-app or discussion
To assist applicants in finding solutions to problems arising in relation to their development proposals the Local Planning Authority has produced planning policies, and provided written guidance, all of which are available on the Council's website. A pre-application advice service is also offered. In this case the proposal does not comply with guidance and policies. No pre-application discussions were entered into, but the Council is ready to enter into discussions with the applicants through the advice service to assist in the preparation of any new planning application.