The Outcome
While the application received resolution to grant planning permission from Croydon Council in December 2016, it was subsequently called-in by the Secretary of State. The scheme, which was the subject of two major call-in inquiries and a judicial review process, was finally approved by the Secretary of State in July 2020. Throughout the call-in process, we acted as planning consultants, including providing crucial Expert Witness services.
The Secretary of State decision has ensured that this once in a lifetime development opportunity will be realised and will deliver significant benefits to Purley District Centre and the local community.