- EV Charging Hub
Ultra-Rapid EV Charging Hub, London Borough of Merton
- London Borough of Merton
Project Overview:
Enzygo secured planning permission for a 34-bay ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub in the London Borough of Merton.
The development is one of the first EV charging hubs to be approved within a Strategic Industrial Location in London. Following an earlier refusal, Enzygo developed a robust planning strategy and an evidence-led case demonstrating that the proposals complied with Strategic Industrial Location policy.
Proactive engagement with planning officers and coordinated technical input helped secure permission within 12 weeks of the application being validated.
The challenge
An earlier application for the development had been refused due to concerns about its location within a Strategic Industrial Location.
The revised application needed to demonstrate that the proposed EV charging hub was compatible with SIL policy and would not undermine the function of the designated industrial area.
A wide range of transport, drainage, ecology, landscape and environmental considerations also needed to be addressed within a clear and coordinated planning submission.
Our role
Enzygo developed a new planning strategy designed to directly address the previous reasons for refusal.
Our team prepared an evidence-led case demonstrating the development’s compliance with SIL policy and coordinated the technical information required to support the application.
We also worked proactively with planning officers throughout the determination period, responding to policy concerns and resolving matters efficiently.
Our services
Planning
Enzygo led the application and developed the planning strategy required to overcome the previous refusal and demonstrate compliance with SIL policy.
Transport
Transport input assessed access, vehicle movements, site operation and the suitability of the proposed charging hub.
Hydrology
Drainage considerations were assessed to demonstrate that surface water could be appropriately managed within the development.
Ecology
Ecological input considered the potential environmental effects of the proposals and identified any necessary mitigation measures.
Landscape
Landscape input helped ensure that the development responded appropriately to its surroundings and incorporated suitable landscape measures.
Multidisciplinary
Enzygo coordinated the planning, transport, drainage, ecology, landscape and wider environmental inputs into one consistent application.
The outcome
Planning permission was secured for the 34-bay ultra-rapid EV charging hub within 12 weeks of validation.
The approval successfully overturned the earlier refusal and demonstrated that the development complied with the relevant Strategic Industrial Location policies.
As one of the first facilities of its kind approved within a London SIL, the project provides an important example of how emerging electric vehicle infrastructure can be accommodated within designated industrial areas.
The development will expand access to ultra-rapid EV charging infrastructure within London and support the continued transition towards electric transport.
The project also establishes an important planning example for accommodating EV charging facilities within Strategic Industrial Locations while protecting their continued industrial function.
The project benefited from expertise across the following Enzygo disciplines.
Key achievements
Earlier refusal overturned
A revised planning strategy successfully addressed the issues that had prevented the earlier scheme from being approved.
SIL policy compliance demonstrated
An evidence-led case established that the EV charging hub was compatible with the function and purpose of the Strategic Industrial Location.
Consent secured within 12 weeks
Proactive engagement with planning officers helped secure permission within 12 weeks of validation.
34 charging bays approved
Permission was granted for a substantial ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging facility.
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