Warner Case Studies
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Buckingham
Local Authority:
Buckinghamshire Council (Aylesbury Vale)
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Sector:
Care
Location:
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
Local Authority:
Borough of Broxbourne
Following a Pre-Application on the site, Warner Planning positively engaged with the Borough of Broxbourne council to submit a planning application to demolish the existing commercial buildings on this site in Cheshunt and build a high-quality design, 80-bed care home which would help meet the identified local need for residential care for the elderly.
As a previously developed site, the principle of redevelopment is in accordance with the NPPF and overall local plan policies and it offered a significant opportunity to enhance the site and the local area.
The generation of 78 new full time employment positions resulted in a net gain of 56 full time positions which accorded with the local plan.
Engagement with the council throughout the application process enabled amendments to the design of the building, in particular the height and overall scale of the front elevation and the final proposed design was considered acceptable.
The site was deemed to be sustainable, would result in a biodiversity net gain, would provide en-suite rooms which exceed the DoH space guidance and not impact the amenity of neighbouring properties.
The application was presented by Warner Planning at planning committee and was approved subject to conditions. The project is scheduled for opening in Summer 2026.
Images courtesy of Condy Lofthouse Architects
Sector:
Residential
Location:
St Albans, Hertfordshire
Local Authority:
St Albans City and District Council
Warner Planning positively engaged with St Albans City and District Council to submit a planning application to demolish an existing bungalow in St Albans and construct a new single storey dwelling and three further 2 storey dwellings to the rear of the site. Amended plans were submitted following feedback from the council. Concerns relating to perceived overdevelopment of the site, loss of green space and the proposals being inconsistent with the Neighbourhood Plan were received and the application was taken to the Development Management Committee in September 2024. The council was unable to demonstrate a 4-year housing land supply which carried significant weight as a material consideration and the planning officer deemed there to be no identified adverse impacts that would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits of providing housing within an urban area such as this. The application was recommended for approval and permission was granted at committee subject to conditions. Images courtesy of CMI Studios |
Sector:
Commercial to Residential
Location:
Buckden, Huntingdonshire
Warner Planning positively engaged with the Council to submit a planning application for change of use of a vacant former commercial property situated in rural Huntingdonshire to a residential property by means of altering the internal floor plan. The principle of development was acceptable as it would re-use a redundant or disused building and enhance it’s immediate setting as per paragraph 80 of the NPPF. The council also agreed with the benefit of a reduction of vehicle movements on the site. The application was approved in October 2023 Images courtesy of Optimis Consulting |
Sector:
Care
Location:
Bottesford, Leicestershire
Local Authority:
Melton Borough Council
Following a Pre-Application on this site, Warner Planning positively engaged with Bottesford Parish Council to discuss the potential redevelopment of a residential site in Bottesford, Leicestershire to build a 76-bed care home. Warner Planning also brought forward the site to the council as available and immediately deliverable in the context of the emerging local plan. We will provide further information as the project develops. Images courtesy of Illustrate Architects |
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Parsons Green, London
Local Authority:
Hammersmith and Fulham
Following previous refusals for the site, Warner Planning positively engaged with Hammersmith and Fulham Council through the Pre-Application process to successfully achieve full planning permission to extend this residential property situated within the Hurlingham conservation area in Parsons Green, London.
Key challenges relating to visual amenity and possible harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area were all overcome through collaborative working with the council.
Images courtesy of MEW Architects
Sector:
Residential
Location:
Hertfordshire
Warner Planning submitted a full planning application to the Local Planning Authority to demolish the existing dwelling and garage, and construct a new 5-bedroom dwelling with associated garages and swimming pool. The application faced key heritage and ecology challenges regarding the history of the site and an adjacent nature reserve. Warner Planning positively engaged with Heritage England and the Council on these matters, which resulted in the application being recommended for approval. The application was later presented by Warner Planning at Planning Committee where full planning permission was granted for this development in 2024. Image credit: Ascot Design |
Sector:
Residential
Location:
St Albans
Local Authority:
St Albans District Council
Warner Planning positively engaged with St Albans City & District Council to submit a planning application to demolish an existing bungalow situated in Brickets Wood in St Albans, Hertfordshire and construct two, three-bedroom semi-detached dwellings. The replacement dwellings were deemed to result in an acceptable visual impact to the character and appearance of the street scene. The replacement and addition of a new dwelling was considered to be acceptable in principle and was afforded significant weight in the absence of a 5-year housing land supply. The application was permitted subject to conditions by St Albans City & District Council. |
Sector:
Commercial, Leisure
Location:
Watford
Local Authority:
Watford Borough Council
Warner Planning positively engaged with Watford Borough Council to submit a retrospective planning application for external works to the building and site of a locally listed Victorian Public House situated within the Oxhey Conservation Area in Watford. The key considerations related to the scale, design and impact on local character as well as the impact of the improvements on the surrounding properties. The planning officer stated in their report that “overall all of the works undertaken to the building and gardens have undoubtedly improved the character and appearance of the locally listed building, which was looking tired and unkempt. This enhancement of the historic building has preserved the character and appearance of the conservation area”. It was also considered that the improvement works would not cause any significant loss of amenity to neighbouring properties and no undue disturbance in terms of noise and the application was duly approved by Watford Borough Council. |
Sector:
Leisure, Commercial
Location:
Buckingham
Local Authority:
Buckinghamshire Council
Warner Planning positively engaged with Buckinghamshire Council to submit a planning application to change the use of a former children’s indoor play area in Buckingham to a gym.
A condition on the previous planning approval meant that planning permission was required for this change of use, even though the two uses now fall under the same use class E.
The plans were overwhelmingly supported by the public and it was considered that this change of use would be a sustainable re-use of a currently vacant building, creating employment opportunities and supporting economic growth and productivity.
The application was considered acceptable by Buckinghamshire Council and was therefore approved subject to conditions.
Photo credit: CrossFit Vastus, Buckingham