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• Reference: 2016/2813
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 20 July 2016

Will you, Mr Mayor, agree to object to the Croydon Council Local Plan in the September consultation? There are major concerns with the content of the plan, to include downgrading of MOL at Shirley Oaks, some to Local Green Space but the majority left with no protection. In addition the downgrading of Croham Hurst & Purley Downs from greenbelt to MOL as well as downgrading of Sanderstead Plantation from greenbelt to Local Green Space.

• Reference: 2016/2333
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 June 2016

Mr Mayor, will you offer support for the formation of a Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood Neighbourhood Plan, the aim of which is to secure Crystal Palace's rightful place on the map? Spanning five boroughs, the plan provides a perfect example of cross-borough provision, encouraging councils to work together for the benefit of residents. This is a significant bid issue for London which, to date, has been severely neglected and which residents recognise would serve the distinct needs of the area as a whole.

• Reference: 2016/2335
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 June 2016

Are there plans to agree a housing zone for Croydon & Sutton?

• Reference: 2016/2347
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 June 2016

What progress is being made in determining this application, and would you consider restoring authority for this application to Merton Council?

• Reference: 2016/2349
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 June 2016

Given the significant local concerns about a proposed 16-storey building in Purley, do you think the proposed development is acceptable?

• Reference: 2016/1740
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 25 May 2016

Given your election pledges on the Green Belt, will you oppose Croydon Council's plans to remove Green Belt and Metropolitan Open Land protections from areas such as Shirley, Croham Hurst and Purley Downs?

• Reference: 2016/1741
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 25 May 2016

Do you support the strong protections for public houses in the London Plan and will you commit to retaining them?

• Reference: 2016/1061
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 16 March 2016

What has been the impact of your London Plan policies on the protection of back gardens in London?

• Reference: 2016/0671
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 February 2016

The proposal within the current Croydon Local Plan to de-designate Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) on either side of Shirley Oaks Road and all around Shirley Oaks Village for the purpose of house building will have a seriously deleterious impact on Shirley Ward. By degrading the protection of much loved Green Spaces, the Council is threatening the quality of life of my Shirley constituents. Will you assist in maintaining MOL status for this area?

• Reference: 2016/0672
• Question by: Steve O'Connell
• Meeting date: 22 February 2016

You will be aware of the significant housing development at Cane Hill, on Land formerly under your control. There are serious concerns about the proposed road scheme. Will you instruct TfL to look again at permitting an access road directly from Farthing Down, thus alleviating strain on the main access road?