The East & South Buckinghamshire Area Planning Committee is scheduled to convene on Tuesday 16 June 2026 to consider a range of planning applications. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on the demolition of garages and the erection of four new dwellings in Chesham, an outline planning application for up to 45 dwellings in Amersham, and proposals for enhanced sporting facilities and a care home at Amersham and Chiltern Rugby Club.

Demolition of Garages and Erection of Four Dwellings in Chesham

A significant item on the agenda concerns a planning application for the demolition of existing garages and the erection of four new dwellings across two sites at Land at The Rear of Five Acres & Trapps Lane and Pheasant Rise, Trapps Lane, Chesham¹. This application was previously deferred by the committee for further investigation into parking concerns. Since then, the applicant has undertaken further work, including appointing new consultants and conducting additional public consultation. The report pack indicates that the previous concerns regarding parking have been addressed, with the Highways Authority raising no objections subject to conditions. A key consideration for this application is the need to secure mitigation for the Chiltern Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC)², which has led to a delay in bringing the application back to the committee. The recommendation is to defer and delegate the decision to the Director of Planning and Environment to grant planning permission, subject to the satisfactory completion of a legal agreement for SAC mitigation.

Outline Planning Application for Up to 45 Dwellings in Amersham

The committee will also consider an outline planning application for the erection of up to 45 dwellings on Land To The South East Of Whielden Street, Amersham³. This application seeks outline consent, meaning that while the principle of development is being assessed, detailed matters such as appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale are reserved for future consideration. The primary focus for this stage is the proposed new vehicular access onto Whielden Street. The report pack highlights potential harm to the heritage of Amersham Old Town conservation area, increased traffic, loss of parking, ecological impacts, and drainage and flood risk concerns, which have been raised by ward members and the public. Despite these concerns, the report concludes that the benefits of the scheme, including housing delivery and affordable housing provision, outweigh the identified harms. The recommendation is to defer and delegate the application for approval, subject to the completion of a Section 106 agreement.

Amersham and Chiltern Rugby Club Development

Proposals for Amersham and Chiltern Rugby Club, Ash Grove, Amersham⁴, are also scheduled for discussion. This application seeks permission for a range of enhancements to sporting facilities, including a new 3G training pitch, four padel tennis courts with associated canopies, a perimeter running track, and improvements to the outdoor gym and car park. Additionally, the plans include the erection of a 60-bed care home (Use Class C2) in the south-eastern part of the site, along with extensions to the clubhouse and landscaping improvements. The report indicates that the development is considered not to be inappropriate development within the Green Belt, meeting exceptions outlined in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)⁵. Concerns regarding traffic, parking, noise, and light pollution have been raised by local residents and Amersham Town Council⁶. The recommendation is to defer and delegate the application for approval, subject to conditions and the satisfactory completion of a legal agreement to secure contributions towards healthcare and Travel Plan monitoring.

Land at Old Jobs, Chalfont St Peter Development

Finally, the committee will review a proposal for the construction of seven dwellings, with associated access, landscaping, and open space, at Land at Old Jobs, Narcot Lane, Chalfont St Peter⁷. The report suggests that this development is not considered inappropriate development within the Green Belt, as it meets specific exceptions outlined in the NPPF. The proposals are deemed not to have adverse impacts on the character and appearance of the area, neighbouring amenities, highway safety, flooding, ecology, or landscape. A key consideration for this application is the need for mitigation measures related to the Burnham Beeches Special Area of Conservation (SAC)⁸, which the applicant has agreed to address through a financial contribution secured via a planning obligation. The recommendation is to grant conditional permission, subject to the satisfactory completion of this planning obligation.