The Architecture & Planning Committee
Aims
- To encourage a high standard of design in new architecture and alterations to important and other
relevant buildings
- Vigilence towards sustainability, human and civic values
- To promote dialogue in matters of topical, local, regional and national planning and environmental policy
- Comments on draft proposals for County and Borough structure
plans.
Methods:
- The Committee meets monthly with reference to society members' recommendation to discuss and comment on
current planning applications which have been drawn to its attention
- To invite from members, nominations to review and recognise distinctive projects for the
Reigate Society's annual Civic Awards
- To liaise with key Borough Planning, Conservation and Green Spaces officers to understand initiatives
and requirements
- To review existing conservation areas, their potential for enlargement and new proposals
- To welcome, invite and appreciate the support or involvement of corporate members
The Committee consists of members with strong local interests or professional
knowledge. New committee members are welcome.