Pic credit:  Solum Regeneration.  View of the proposed development from Marketfield Way.

Plans for a high rise tower block in Redhill town centre have been rejected at the planning stage.  Reigate and Banstead Borough Council’s Planning Committee voted against the development last week. 

The proposal would have seen 255 new homes and the redevelopment of Redhill railway station.  Over 2,000 letters of objection were sent.   As well as the height of the tower blocks, complaints included the loss of 40 car parking spaces at the station and potential congestion around Redstone Hill.  Jan Sharman, Vice Chair of East Redhill Residents’ Association told BBC Radio Surrey that the decision is “a massive relief”.  

Development Director at Solum Regeneration, Andrew Atkins says he is “disappointed”, will be reviewing the decision and considering next steps.

Audio credit:  BBC Radio Surrey

Pictures credit:  Solum Regeneration

Above:  View of the proposed development from Princess Way