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Thanks all for your comments, and to all who have commented on the council planning page. I too living next door to it for a number of years really want it developed, however I guessthe only thing you have to ask yourself is would you be happy living next door to it, and while whats there is awful, at least there is still potential for something half decent to be put up, if they get it wrong it's there forever and an unsightly cheap building put up purely to make profit for unscrupulous property developers is not desirible or ethical! Anyhoo, we will see, but thank you for all responses

Chris came round to my house to give a quote for some work following me finding recommendations here on the forum. He was very enthusiastic and seemed keen, and then dropped of the face of the earth, sending not qoute and ignoring all messages and calls! Dont wate your valuable time!

Please do comment online at the council planning website. The proposal reference is 18/AP/2238 , web link below [planning.southwark.gov.uk] While I absolutley want it developed, having recieved a letter this morning highlighting that there will be two retail units, and I know one is intended for another co-op, do we really need another siupermarket in the area, it will most certainly put BArry's out of business, and Shauns barbers as well. Not to mention the increase in traffic with deliveries etc, please please comment against.

The proposed building is four story's high, with an underground car park, for residents of flats, and commercial use. I live next door, the building will block light to my bedroom windows, and the underground parking is at risk of damaging the foundations of my house. Prior planning proposal have been based on the commercial units being leased to a supermarket which would involve delivery lorries parking and delivering on what is already a very busy corner which is frequently backed up with traffic. Just a couple of weeks ago I witnessed an accident where a young boy was knocked off his bike by a car turning into Barry Road from Pekham Rye, the impact of causing further obstructions and heavyweight traffic to this corner is going to have a further negative effect, and in all likley hood the commercial units would be leased to yet another supermarket chain, which will also have further impact on local stores like Barry's who have managed to stay in business by some sort of miracle! The owner of the land repeatedly puts in for crazy planning which will be rejected on various grounds. There is a consensus among those of us living close by that he does so in order to be seen to be doing something with the building, as otherwise the council have grounds to claim the land. So the owner (A multi billionaire by the way) is paying lip service to a system in order to keep hold of land he has no intention of developing. This is just one, and I admit anecdotal thought. As I said in my comments to the council I am in favour of development, trust me I lived next door while it was full of junkies and squatters, and was the only local resident to play an active role in getting them removed. I am just asking that local residents understand the full picture and review the proposal thats all.

Dear All Please can local residents comment on the latest proposal by owner of the shops where Roy Brooks Estate Agent is on BArry Parade/Peckham Rye corner. He is once again proposing an insanley high building, with underground basement parking which I wthink will have a negative impact on the the locality (I live next door to the site) It would be helpful if people could give there views. While I support in general the development of the site, the owner keeps putting in planning for buildings that are just not viable, and some would argue is doing so in order to be seen to be interested in developing the plot, while not actually having any real intent to do so with a sensible and considered proposal. All comments would be appreciated to insure the area is developed with sensitivity and consideration to local residents, rather than with an eye on profits! here is the link to the council page, if it doesnt work the application ref is 18/AP/2238 https://planning.southwark.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=_STHWR_DCAPR_9579030 Many thanks in advance

Hi All I am trying to replace my kitchen cupboard doors, worktop and tiles, but looking online at the doors it's really hard to tell the finish and quality. Can anyone recommend a showroom where I can actually see doors I might order. Do Howdens do doors only. ? Any advise appreciated Chhers S

I just had the stone work either side of my steps leading up to a victorian house repaired and painted by Greg and Jacob. I cannot fault either their work or approach to clients. Job done beautifully, constant communication throughout, work around my schedule and were a pleasure to employ. it makes such a nice change and I will absolutely be using them for any future work. High praise all round, many thanks Greg and Jacob my steps look gorgeous

Just an update. I live close to the parade and try to keep a heads up on whats going on, albeit difficult to keep track of. The owner of the site wants to sell with planning permission (more money in the pocket) so will probably continue to submit proposals until he gets it. The proposal was withdrawn due to the public response to to Southwark against plans, so I would ask that if anyone becomes aware of future proposals, please do check them out at the planning website and voice your opinions, complaints against insane plans really do make a difference. Hopefully when something is accepted it will be a little more realistic! in the meantime keep your eyes peeled for notices on lamp posts.Of course it would be great to have the site developed, but a scaled down more in keeping with the area version of what was proposed is ideal, and as a local community your voice does count.