The Place Committee is responsible for a wide range of functions related to the physical environment and community services within Kingston upon Thames. This includes overseeing planning policy, building control, economic development, and business support.
The committee also handles environmental matters such as air quality, waste management, biodiversity, and parks. It has oversight of transport infrastructure, including cycling, walking, highways, and parking, as well as leisure services, libraries, museums, and heritage. The committee also manages regulatory services, including HMO licensing.