Adjoining Borough Observations Within Southwark
Observations on a proposed development within the adjoining Borough of Southwark with respect to redevelopment to include demolition of the 1980s office buildings and erection of a 26-storey building (plus mezzanine and two basement levels) of a maximum height of 108.0m AOD, restoration and refurbishment of the listed terrace (nos. 4-16 St Thomas Street), and redevelopment of Keats House (nos. 24-26 St Thomas Street) with removal, relocation and reinstatement of the historic façade on a proposed building, to provide 46,442sqm GEA of Class E(g)(i) office floorspace, 358sqm GEA flexible office E(g)(i)/retail E(a) floorspace, 450sqm GEA Class E(b) restaurant/cafe floorspace and a public rooftop garden, and 5,449sqm GEA of affordable workspace within the Georgian terrace, Keats House and part of the tower, associated public realm and highways improvements, provision for a new access to the Borough High Street entrance to the Underground Station, cycling parking, car parking, service, refuse and plant areas, and all ancillary or associated works. (Associated listed building consent app 21/AP/1364). Amendments received with supporting documents, further Environmental Statement information and a statement of conformity. Changes include: reduction of 498sqm floorspace; tower southern elevation having PV panels and balconies; basement reconfiguration to facilitate the relocation of Keats House facade, improve management facilities and respond to UKPN comments; tower facade detailing for safe BMU egress and maintenance; and additional security measures e.g. bollards. A 30 day reconsultation on the applications made by GPE (St Thomas Street) Ltd on 21/4/21. Documents can be viewed on the council website southwark.gov.uk using the ref number. A hard copy can be viewed by prior appointment at New City Court, St Thomas Street, SE1 9RS Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm by contacting [email protected] at New City Court, 4-26 St Thomas Street, London