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6.7 By the end of month 18 the new retail at the southern end of the site will be ready to trade and by the end of
Introduction month 30, the new anchor store will be ready to trade. By the end of month 36 all of the new retail will be
ready to trade and the shell and core of the residential will be constructed.
6.1 This chapter of the Environmental Statement (ES) describes the proposed programme of demolition,
construction and refurbishment works and the key activities that will be undertaken on the site in relation to
6.8 In Stage 3 the residential fit out will be continued and is anticipated to be complete by the end of month 48.
the Proposed Development. It identifies, in general terms, potential effects associated with the demolition,
construction and refurbishment activities and outlines proposals for their mitigation.
6.9 Figure 6-1 presents an outline indicative demolition, construction and refurbishment programme which
illustrates how the work activities will overlap. Further details on the works within each of the three stages is
6.2 Further consideration of the demolition, construction and refurbishment related environmental effects upon
provided below in order of anticipated sequence.
the various technical topics assessed, together with mitigation measures, are provided in each relevant
chapter of this ES (refer to chapters 7 - 17 inclusive).
Description of the Works
6.3 Further explanation on the approach to the assessment of demolition, construction and refurbishment
related effects is presented in Chapter 2: EIA Methodology of this ES. Stage 1: Demolition of the existing Office Blocks, Construction of New Anchor
Store and Refurbishment of Retained Shopping Centre
Anticipated Sequence of Works and Programme
Strip out and demolition of existing office blocks A, B, C, D & E
6.4 The retail works and the residential shell and core works are expected to take 36 months (complete end of
year 3). Residential fit out works are expected to continue for a further 12 months and complete at the end 6.10 Prior to works commencing on site, access to the podium car park will be closed and the perimeter of the
of month 48 (end of year 4). site secured with a full height hoarding.

6.5 The works will be undertaken in three key stages to facilitate the continuity of trading of the shopping centre.
Stage 1 includes the demolition of the existing office blocks/ Allders and the construction of the new retail
provision at the southern end of the site (George Street end) and re-configuration / refurbishment of the
retained shopping centre.
6.6 By the end of month 15, sufficient new retail will have been created to enable the stage 2 works to
commence, in which the remaining new retail and residential elements will be constructed.
6.11 Strip out and demolition of the five existing office blocks will proceed concurrently. Existing services will be
capped and any asbestos and lead piping will be identified and removed (in accordance with current
legislation and best practice guidance) before strip out commences to an area.
6.12 An external scaffold with monaflex sheeting will be erected around the office blocks to screen the demolition
works and provide protection to pedestrians and road users. The office blocks will be demolished floor by
floor as soon as the strip out has progressed sufficiently.

Figure 6-1 Indicative Outline Programme

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Demolition of the Allders department store and car park and offices in Dingwall Avenue
(London House and Focus House), construction of New Anchor Store and Other Retail
6.13 Full height hoardings will be erected in Dingwall Avenue, George Street and North End. An external scaffold
with monaflex sheeting will be installed to screen the demolition and provide protection to pedestrians and
road users. Access to the site for these works will be via Dingwall Avenue.
6.22
6.14 To protect the façades which are being retained, façade retention systems will be installed on George Street
and North End. Strip out and demolition of the Allders department store, the car park and offices in Dingwall
Avenue (London House and Focus House) will then be carried out to suit the sequence of the New Anchor
Store and retail construction.
6.23
6.15 Figure 6-2 and Figure 6-3 illustrate the anticipated Stage 1 works.
6.24
Construction of New Anchor Store & Retail
 Signage and hoarding installation to enable the shopping centre to continue trading during the
transition period between stage 1 and stage 2; and
 Service diversions necessary to carry out refurbishment and ensure continuity of shopping centre
trading.
Once the refurbishment works are sufficiently progressed, tenants will be relocated into the newly
refurbished retail units and will begin to trade.
Transition Period between Work Stage 1 & Stage 2
The transition period between stage 1 and stage 2 of the works is illustrated in Figure 6-4.
Demolition below podium level will commence once the demolition of the office blocks has been sufficiently
progressed.

6.16 Prior to commencing the works, condition surveys will be undertaken of adjacent existing structures. 6.25 The basement service yard will temporarily be reconfigured to enable the shopping centre to continue
Additionally, targets will be installed on adjacent existing structures and will be monitored for movement at trading whilst stage 2 works are in progress. Signage and hoarding will also be erected around the areas
frequent intervals throughout the demolition and construction programme. Mitigation measures (such as undergoing works to enable the shopping centre to continue trading.
berms and additional propping) will be agreed with the London Borough of Croydon (LBC) as part of the
Demolition and Construction Environmental Management plan (EMP) process to prevent movement
exceeding acceptable limits (limits to be agreed with the LBC).

6.17 Once demolition of the Allders department store and the car park and offices on Dingwall Avenue are
sufficiently progressed, the foundation and core base construction will commence, progressing from west to
east across the site. Basement construction will commence once the demolition is sufficiently advanced,
incorporating appropriate measures (such as propping and earth berms) in the construction methodology to
mitigate the effect on adjacent existing structures.

6.18 Following on from foundation and core base construction, core construction will commence and once
sufficiently progressed steelwork, decking and concrete toppings will be added.

6.19 During this process the retained façades will be tied to the new structure, the façade retention systems to
the George Street and North End elevations will be removed, and the retained façades will be cleaned and
refurbished. These works will be carried out from an external access scaffold.

Refurbishment of the Retained Parts of the Whitgift Shopping Centre

6.20 Trinity Court and the East, West and North Arcades will continue to trade as normal whilst the retained parts
of the existing Whitgift Shopping Centre is refurbished. Given the proximity of construction to shoppers
during this stage of the works, construction methods and arrangements will be carefully assessed and
mitigation measures (such as crash decks, fire rated hoardings and signage) developed before
commencing, to ensure the safety and convenience of shoppers.

6.21 Works required to facilitate the refurbishment works are as follows:

 Relocation of existing tenants into vacant units;

 Refurbishment works to Marks & Spencer, Boots and Sainsburys will be carried out whilst these units
continue to trade;

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Figure 6-2 Stage 1: Months 1-9. Reconfiguration of retained shopping centre and demolition of office
blocks, offices in Dingwall Avenue, car park and Allders department store

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Figure 6-3 Work Stage 1: Months 10-19. Office Blocks Demolished, New Anchor Store Under
Construction. Ongoing Refurbishment of Retained Shopping Centre

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Figure 6-4 Transition Period: Between Work Stage 1 and Stage 2

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Stage 2: Completion of Demolition and Construction of the New Retail and

Residential Shell and Core

6.26 The perimeter of the site will be secured by a full height hoarding on Wellesley Road (between Wellesley
Passage and Dingwall Avenue) and North End.

6.27 Prior to commencing the stage 2 works, condition surveys will be undertaken on adjacent existing structures
and their condition will be monitored regularly throughout the demolition and construction. Mitigation
measures will be agreed with the LBC and implemented if necessary.

6.28 Once demolition of the existing retail and offices below the podium is sufficiently progressed, the foundation
and core base construction will commence, progressing from west to east. Following on from foundation and
core base construction, core construction will commence and once sufficiently progressed steelwork,
decking and concrete toppings will be added.

6.29 The following will commence once the superstructure is sufficiently progressed:

 New façade installation;

 Roof installations;
 Internal architectural trades and building services.

6.30 On completion of the service yard and back of house areas of the new shopping centre, tenant fit out will
commence. Ingress will initially be via Poplar Walk and egress via Wellesley Road. Construction vehicles
and shopping centre servicing will share these access arrangements.

6.31 By the end of the stage 2 works, all of the new retail will be ready to trade and the residential shell and core
will be complete.

6.32 The stage 2 works are illustrated in Figure 6-5, Figure 6-6 and Figure 6-7.

6.33 Residential fit out will continue after the new retail is fully trading.

Stage 3: Completion of Residential Fit Out

6.34 Residential shell & core works (structure & envelope) will be complete by the time the retail centre is ready
to trade fully. However, internal fit out works will continue to progress until the end of month 48 as illustrated
in Figure 6-8.

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Figure 6-5 Stage 2: New Retail at George Street End Complete (Month 18)

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Figure 6-6 Stage 2: New Anchor Store Complete (Month 30)

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Figure 6-7 Work Stage 2: All Retail Complete (Month 36)

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Figure 6-8 Stage 3: Residential Fit out through to all Works Complete (Month 37-48)

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Piling and Foundations Stage 2

6.35 Consideration has been given to the location, type and depth of the foundations to be installed.
6.36 At present it is considered likely that pad foundations were used when the existing Whitgift Shopping Centre
was constructed. However due to the larger structure and associated heavier loads of the Proposed
Development, piled foundations are considered the best option.
6.37 The piling across the site will be a Continual Flight Augier (CFA) system with piles of varying diameter, using
a wider diameter pile where a heavier load is anticipated, for example under the residential towers. In
addition a greater number of pile caps will most likely be required where the load is greatest. With regard to
the depth it is anticipated that the piles are likely to extend to a depth of approximately 16m below ground
level (bgl).
6.45 Access to the works during Stage 2 will be via Wellesley Road. Gates will be provided to control access and
segregate pedestrian and vehicle access.
6.46 Initially, ingress and egress for the shopping centre service vehicles for the re-configured centre will be via
Poplar Walk at the north of the site, while servicing for the new retail at the George Street end will be via a
ramp on Wellesley Road and will be shared with the construction access.
6.47 Shoppers will initially be able to access both trading ends of the shopping centre via access points on North
End. Once the new construction is sufficiently progressed a protected link walkway will be installed for
customers to move between both trading ends. The link walkway will be moved periodically as works
progress.

6.38 Where any part of the footprint of the new construction extends over the existing office towers, the existing 6.48 Once the external road works and junctions are sufficiently complete, construction and servicing access will
piles will be reused where possible (subject to the existing piling layouts and schedule of loads being be swapped with ingress via Wellesley Road and egress via Poplar Walk.
available). Also, in block E if it is feasible to retain the existing structure, then new piles here would also not
be needed. 6.49 During the residential fit out, works will be accessed from Wellesley Road.

6.39 Figure 6-9 presents the proposed extent of the lower ground floor level (Parameter Plan 10: Lower Ground
Floor Extent). The principal function of Parameter Plan 10 is to show areas within the site where it is
proposed to excavate new basements or utilise existing basements. The areas shown provide the maximum 6.50
extent of these works. The Parameter Plan 10 shows an area around the Whitgift Almshouses where it is
not permissible to create new basements, due to the potential impact on the listed building.
Site Access
Construction Traffic Volumes
For the work stages 1 - 3, the number of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) trips has been estimated. As
illustrated in Figure 6-10 the major peaks in traffic will be between:
 Months 4 – 10: as the towers / office blocks, Allders department store and car park are demolished,
and minor retail construction commences; and

Stage 1  Months 17 – 22: as the remaining demolition works of the existing retail centre are completed, and
major retail and residential construction commences.
6.40 Access to the site will be provided from Wellesley Road and pedestrian and vehicular access points will be
segregated, with gates provided to control access. Additionally, access between Allders department store,
the Dingwall Avenue car park and the trading shopping centre will be closed and secured with a full height
hoarding

6.41 Servicing vehicles will continue to egress via the ramp on Wellesley Road which will be segregated from
demolition vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

6.42 On completion and hand over of the shell and core for the New Anchor Store, tenant fit out works will
commence. The tenants will access their units and the new service yard for both fitting out and retail
servicing via Wellesley Road.

6.43 The existing shopping centre will continue to operate as it does at present during the re-configuration works,
with access to the basement service yard via Poplar Walk and exiting via Wellesley Road. These
arrangements will be shared with demolition, construction and refurbishment related traffic.

Stage 1 and 2 Transition Period

6.44 During the transition between stages 1 and 2, the basement service yard will temporarily be reconfigured to
enable the shopping centre to continue trading whilst stage 2 works are in progress.

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Figure 6-9 Parameter Plan 10: Lower Ground Floor Extent (For Approval)

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Figure 6-10 Distribution of the HGVs over the Demolition, Construction and Refurbishment Programme

8000

7000

6000

5000
Vehicle Trips

4000

3000

2000

1000

0
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
Project Month

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Plant and Equipment

6.51 Consideration has been given to the types of plant and equipment that are likely to be used during the demolition, construction and refurbishment works. The typical types of plant and equipment associated with each key element of
the works are set out within Table 6-1.

Table 6-1 Indicative Demolition, Construction and Refurbishment Plant and Equipment

Re-configuration of
Existing Office Blocks Construction of Anchor Store and New Retail existing Shopping Construction of New Retail and Residential
Centre
Plant and Equipment Strip Out and Install Façade Strip Out and New Retail Anchor Store & New Re-Configuration Strip Out and New Retail And External Works
Deconstruction of Office Retention Systems to Demolish Allders, Car Construction Retail - Anchor Shell Works Demolish Existing Residential (Shell & Finishes
blocks George St & North Park and Offices in & Core Construction Retail Core) Construction
End Facades Dingwall Avenue

360 long reach excavator √ √

Breaker attachments √ √ √ √ √

Cutting attachments √ √ √

Mini skid-steer loader √ √

Loader √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Compressor √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Mobile floodlights √ √ √ √ √

Tower cranes √ √ √ √

Passenger/goods hoists √ √ √ √

Tipper lorries √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Mobile crane √ √ √ √ √

Mobile access equipment √ √ √ √

360 excavator √ √ √ √ √

CFA piling rig √ √ √

Sheet piling rig √ √

Wheel wash √ √ √

Stud welding machine √ √ √ √

Lorry mounted concrete pump √ √ √

Concrete vibrator √ √ √

Fork lift √ √ √

Mini crane √

Concrete saw √ √

Disc cutter √

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Potential Environmental Effects Issue Potential Effects General Mitigation Measures
 Provision of on-site pollution control kits.
6.52 A review has been undertaken of the likely potential environmental effects associated with the demolition,  Use of settlement system prior to discharge.
construction and refurbishment works. Such effects can arise from day to day demolition, construction or  Removal of asbestos and any other hazardous
refurbishment operations, individual instances of accident, poor operation or management. They are, materials by a suitably qualified Professional and
however, largely dependent on the implementation of effective management controls e.g. the employment of Demolition and refurbishment of the under current legislation and guidance.
buildings and exposure to asbestos.
dust suppression methods, use of a well trained workforce and properly maintained plant.  Ground investigation works to assess levels of
Mobilisation of contamination that is contamination present, and development of a
currently present in a stable or remediation strategy to be agreed with the LBC.
Hazardous Materials and contained form.
6.53 An overview of the potentially significant environmental effects during the demolition, construction and Contamination (Chapter  Dewatering of excavations and careful
refurbishment works and general mitigation measures is provided in Table 6-2. Further detail is provided in 14: Ground Conditions) Exposure of construction staff to management of surface water run-off.
contamination and ground gas.
Chapters 7 – 17.  Appropriate storage of fuels and potentially
Pollution incident through spill of fuels hazardous construction materials within a secure
or chemicals, or discharge of sediment site compound.
laden water / run-off.
Table 6-2 Potential Demolition, Construction and Refurbishment Effects and Mitigation  Provision of on-site pollution control kits.
 Use of settlement system prior to discharge.
Issue Potential Effects General Mitigation Measures
 Phased programme of archaeological
Traffic congestion and delay due to Archaeology (Chapter 16: Damage to in situ archaeological investigation. Such work will be carried out in
slow moving HGV traffic and Archaeology) remains. accordance with a Written Scheme of
construction plant movements,  Production of a Construction Logistics Plan Investigation (WSI) agreed with the LBC.
deliveries of abnormal loads etc. (CLP).
Delay and disruption due to temporary  Potential for cosmetic damage to listed
Use of approved routes to site, with deliveries  Vibration monitoring around adjacent listed
Traffic and Access road or lane closures. buildings as a result of vibration.
outside peak hours where possible (and buildings in particular Electric House and the
(Chapter 7: Traffic and Direct physical effects on heritage
Restrictions and disruption to abnormal loads at quiet times, subject to Built Heritage (Chapter Almshouses.
Transport) assets.
pedestrian access around the agreement with LBC and London). 17: Built Heritage)  Securing of Conservation Area and Listed
perimeter of the site.  Maintenance of footpaths around the site, Medium and long range visual impact. Building Consent.
Potential conflict between construction ensuring access is maintained for all. Temporary impacts on the setting of
heritage assets.  Façade retention.
and service vehicles entering and
egressing the site.
Increased noise levels at surrounding
 Agreement of working hours with LBC, careful
offices and retails units, from vehicle
Noise (Chapter 8: Noise movements and demolition,
selection of quiet plant and regular maintenance, Mitigation Measures
use of temporary acoustic barriers around
and Vibration) construction and refurbishment
specific activities etc. Setting of Noise Action
activities e.g. breaking out, crushing,
piling, cutting etc.
Levels and noise monitoring during the works. Interface between Construction Activities and Shoppers
Vibration effects on local buildings, and 6.54 Construction methods and arrangements will be carefully assessed and mitigation measures developed
sensitive receptors including the  The construction techniques proposed are
Hospital of the Holy Trinity (Whitgift
before commencing to ensure the safety and convenience of shoppers.
considered unlikely to result in significant
Vibration (Chapter 8:
Hospital) due to increased vibration vibration effects but the extent of vibration
Noise and Vibration)
from demolition and enabling works, monitoring / setting of vibration action levels will 6.55 The area of greatest interface between the demolition, construction and refurbishment works and shoppers
piling, use of heavy vehicles within the be discussed and agreed with the LBC.
site etc. will be during the re-configuration works. Where works are being carried out to the back of house and retail
unit shell, a full height hoarding will be installed at the shop front line in order to provide the segregation.
Windblown dust generated from
demolition, refurbishment and  Dust suppression techniques, such as damping Works that are carried out to the front of house, such as mall finishes, will be carried out outside of trading
Dust and nuisance construction works, earthworks, down, use of temporary screens, covering of hours and protection reinstated prior to opening the centre.
(Chapter 9: Air Quality) stockpiles, construction vehicle stockpiles etc will be employed.
movements on unpaved surfaces,
crushing etc. 6.56 Major works (such as structural alterations) that are carried out to a tenancy which continues to trade and in
the front of house areas (such as malls and entries) will require a combination of crash decking to provide
Socio-economics  A beneficial effect, enhanced through jobs
Employment for construction workers. brokerage schemes and apprenticeship and
overhead protection and full height hoarding.
(Chapter 10 : Socio-
economics) training schemes.

 Dewatering of excavations and careful

6.57 During stage 2 of the works it is intended to link both ends of the trading retail areas via a protected walkway
Water (Chapter 15: Water Increased sediment loadings to storm management of surface water run-off. through the construction area. The link walkway will be designed and installed in compliance with prevailing
Resources and Flood water system. Potentially  Appropriate storage of fuels and potentially health and safety legislation.
Risk) contaminated storm water runoff. hazardous construction materials within a secure
site compound.

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Environmental Management
Code of Practice (CoP)
6.58 The LBC has published a Code of Practice which provides advice to assist developers and their contractors
in undertaking their works using best practice, to reduce effects on local communities. In addition, relevant
contractors will be required to be members of the LBC’s Considerate Constructors’ Scheme.
6.59 In accordance with the LBC’s CoP on Demolition and Construction, an Environmental Management Plan
(EMP) will be prepared and implemented which will be the overarching management system throughout the
demolition, construction and refurbishment works. The EMP will set the strategy that will be implemented
throughout the demolition, construction and refurbishment works to ensure good environmental
management and reduce adverse nuisance impacts.
 Details of construction operations highlighting any operations likely to result in disturbance and / or
working hours outside the core working period, with an indication of the expected duration of key
phases and dates;
 Procedures for notification to the LBC and affected parties prior to any departures from the EMP and
CLP;
 Procedures and processes for issue of a regular newsletter to be circulated to the neighbours and
authorities providing an update on the progress of the works;
 Controls on construction site lighting;
 The details of proposed routes for HGVs travelling to and from the site;
 Procedure to consulting the LBC on the selected method of piling;
 Materials storage and handling;

6.60 In addition to the EMP, a site specific Construction Logistics Plans (CLP) will be prepared and implemented.
The CLP will sit alongside and compliment the EMP. The CLP will be drawn up in line with the LBC’s
guidance. The structure and content of the plan will be agreed with the LBC and other relevant bodies prior
to the commencement of the works.
6.61 The site-specific CLP will essentially be an operational manual detailing the management, monitoring, 6.64
auditing and training procedures to be followed during the works and will provide detailed requirements for
the control of noise and vibration, dust and air pollution, site access and logistics arrangements, and
monitoring requirements.
6.62 The preparation of the EMP and CLP is an established method of managing environmental effects resulting 6.65
from construction works and is consistent with methods adopted for other major schemes in Croydon.
6.63 The EMP and CLP will be submitted to the LBC (and other relevant bodies), prior to the commencement of
the works for discussion and agreement. The EMP and CLP will cover as a minimum the following:
 A framework for compliance with relevant legislation and guidance;
 The broad plan of the phasing of the work including details of the construction activities to be 6.66
undertaken e.g. plant to be used, prohibited or restricted operations;
 Baseline levels for noise, vibration, dust and monitoring protocols;
 Setting of ‘Action Levels’ for noise, vibration and dust to warn of activities which may require particular
care and control. It should be noted that departures from these levels does not necessarily mean that
conditions will be unacceptable or that complaints will occur;
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 Any requirement for monitoring and record keeping;
 Roles and responsibilities of key staff including training of staff, liaison with stakeholders, and
management of enquiries and complaints;
 Contact details for the site management team during normal working hours and emergency details
outside working hours;
 Provision for reporting, public liaison, and prior notification of construction related issues;
 The mechanism for the public to register complaints and the procedures for responding to complaints;
 Details of prohibited or restricted operations (location, hours etc.); 6.68
 Staff travel;
 Use of water and energy;
 Protection of archaeology, water resources and ecological receptors (if encountered); and
 Requirements for auditing, monitoring and record-keeping.
Procedures for waste management, recycling and waste disposal will be detailed within a Site Waste
Management Plan (SWMP), see below for further details.
Environmental Liaison / Publicity
The Principal Contractor will appoint a Project Environmental Manager (PEM), who will be named at the site
entrance, with a contact telephone number. The PEM will have primary responsibility for dealing with the
LBC, the Greater London Authority (GLA) and other stakeholders on environmental matters, and all key
stakeholders will be notified whenever a change of responsibility occurs for the PEM role. The PEM will
keep neighbours, the LBC and other relevant parties informed of the nature of the ongoing works, their
duration and programme.
It is anticipated that regular meetings will take place between the PEM and key stakeholder groups, to
review progress and to agree any necessary actions. The PEM will also deal with enquiries from the general
public, including any complaints. Any complaints will be logged and reported to the relevant individual within
the LBC (and vice versa) as soon as practicable.
Hours of Work
The hours of work are likely to be specified in the planning conditions attached to the planning permission
sought. It is likely that the standard hours of work will be prescribed according to the LBC. These are as
follows:
 08:00 to 18:00 hours Monday to Friday;
 08:00 to 13:00 hours Saturday; and
 Sunday and Bank Holidays – No noisy activities on site.
Although night-time (23:00 - 08:00), out-of-hours or week-end working will not normally be permitted, it is
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be undertaken during these periods. If required, such works will be subject to prior agreement and Material Approximate Quantity
reasonable notice with the LBC who may impose certain restrictions and will be limited wherever possible. Other waste 57,000 m
3

3
Excavated Materials 107,300 m
Housekeeping and General Site Management

6.69 The contractor will ensure that measures are taken to protect local residents, users of on site and adjacent Table 6-4 Estimates of Construction and Refurbishment Materials
buildings, visitors and shoppers to the site and passers by from nuisance or harm.
Material Approximate Quantity
3
6.70 Hoardings will be erected around the site to provide a clear and secure demarcation between operational Aggregates 14,000 m
activities and other areas, and to provide information regarding the project and its progress. Sheet piling 300 tonnes
3
Concrete 133,500 m
6.71 Maintenance of the hoardings will be given the appropriate attention to keep them in good order. Particular Reinforcement 13,200 tonnes
attention will be paid to locations supporting high volumes of pedestrian movement, construction routes,
Structural Steelwork 31,700 tonnes
access gates and security arrangements.
2
Fire protection 364,300 m
2
6.72 A ‘clean site’ policy will be maintained. The contractors will employ a street sweeper and the streets around Metal decking 347,700 m
the site will be regularly cleaned. Insulation 107,000 m
2

2
Elevations 108,600 m
6.73 Hoardings will be lit from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise. On site floodlights will be 2
Blockwork 55,400 m
fixed to the tower cranes and on the hoarding or lighting poles to illuminate the basement. Emergency
2
escape lighting will identify the escape route. Prior to the erection of any external floodlighting details will be Partitions 139,600 m
agreed with the LBC. Doors 8,300
2
Finishing materials 561,000 m
Materials Storage and Handling
Fittings 8,500 deliveries

6.74 The sustainability of raw materials will be considered during the procurement process. All construction Services 12,400 deliveries
materials will be appropriately stored on the site to minimise damage by vehicles, vandals, weather or theft. Lifts 200
Escalators 200
6.75 Where practical, contractors will be expected to operate a ‘just-in-time’ policy for the delivery and supply of
construction materials, and packaging will be returned. Excavated materials will generally be removed from
the site as there will be limited space available for storage. 6.79 The principal categories of waste likely to be generated during the demolition, construction and
refurbishment works are:

6.76 Where possible, prefabricated elements will be lifted directly into position from delivery vehicles. This will
 Demolition, refurbishment, enabling works, site clearance and spoil from excavations;
assist in reducing on site storage, construction labour requirements and construction noise levels, thereby
reducing potential nuisances to the surrounding receptors.  Hazardous material such as ground contamination, asbestos, lead piping etc.;
 Packaging comprising plastics, pallets, expanded foams; and
Waste Arisings, Management, Recycling and Disposal
 Materials delivered to site for use in new construction, that are damaged or surplus.
6.77 Table 6-3 presents current estimates of demolition waste arisings and excavated materials.
6.80 A SWMP will be developed by the Principal Contractor detailing how demolition and construction waste will
6.78 Table 6-4 presents current estimates of construction and refurbishment materials. be managed and disposed of. The SWMP will be based on guidance within the Department of Trade and
Industry (DTI) report ‘Site Waste Management Plan - Guidance for Construction Contractors and Clients:
Voluntary Code of Practice’ (Ref. 6-2) and the Site Waste Management Plans Regulations 2008 (Ref. 6-3).
Table 6-3 Estimates of Demolition Waste Arisings and Excavated Material
Material Approximate Quantity
6.81 In general and in accordance with the principles of the UK Government’s ‘Waste Strategy for England 2007’
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(Ref. 6-4), a principal aim during demolition, construction and refurbishment will be to reduce the amount of
Concrete 66,500 m waste generated and exported from the site. This approach complies with the waste hierarchy whereby the
Reinforcement 12,000 tonnes intention is first to minimise, then to treat at source or compact and, finally, to dispose of off-site as

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necessary. In addition non-hazardous waste will treated prior to disposal in accordance with Landfill
Regulations 2002 (Ref. 6-5).
6.82 A demolition audit will be undertaken to maximise the percentage of waste to be diverted from landfill and
re-used or recycled, thereby maximising the recovery of material from the refurbishment for subsequent
high-grade applications.
6.83 Waste will be minimised through:
 Agreements with material suppliers to reduce the amount of packaging or to participate in a packaging
take-back scheme;
 Implementation of a ‘just-in-time’ material delivery system to avoid materials being stockpiled, which
increases the risk of their damage and disposal as waste;
 Attention to material quantity requirements to avoid over-ordering and generation of waste materials;
 Re-use of materials will be limited as the demolition is already complete. However, wherever feasible
with the residual ground works, re-use will be considered. (e.g. re-use of crushed concrete from the
demolition process for fill; re-use of excavated soil for landscaping). Concrete will be taken off the
application site for crushing and re-use. The Government has set broad targets of the use of reclaimed
aggregate, and in keeping with best practice, contractors will be required to maximise the proportion of
materials recycled;
 Segregation of waste at source where practical; and
 Re-use and recycling of materials off-site where re-use on-site is not practical (e.g. through use of an
off-site waste segregation facility and re-sale for direct re-use or re-processing).
6.84 Skips will be covered to prevent dust and debris blowing around the application site, and will be cleared on a
regular basis. Burning of wastes or unwanted materials will not be permitted on-site. All hazardous
materials including chemicals, cleaning agents, solvents and solvent containing products will be properly
sealed in containers at the end of each day, prior to storage in appropriately protected and bunded storage
areas.
6.85 As the new buildings become enclosed, the rubbish will be collected in lightweight floor-based wheeled
skips that can be manoeuvred around the configuration of the units. The skips will then be taken to ground
floor level by hoist, and either disposed of into larger skips, or if suitable, placed into a compactor to reduce
the volume of the waste before it is taken off-site.
6.86 Waste will only be disposed of at authorised waste treatment and disposal sites, in accordance with the
requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (Ref. 6-6), the Environment Act (Waste and
Producer Responsibility) 1995 (Ref. 6-7), the Controlled Waste Regulations 1992 as amended (Ref. 6-8),
the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2010 (Ref. 6-9), the Hazardous Waste
Regulations 2005 (Ref. 6-10), the Landfill (England and Wales) Regulations 2002 (Ref. 6-5), the List of
Wastes (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2005 (Ref. 6-11), the Control of Pollution (Amendment) Act
1989 (Ref. 6-12), and the Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations Amended 2003 (Ref. 6-13).
Traffic Management / Logistics
6.87 Vehicles making deliveries to the site or removing spoil or demolition / refurbishment material will travel via
designated routes which will be agreed with the LBC, Transport for London (TfL) and the police as required.
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6.88 Larger vehicle movements will be scheduled to avoid peak hours on the local road network if at all possible.
If an alternative construction traffic route is required this will first be agreed with the LBC.
6.89 All deliveries will be made to the designated areas within the site. If for any reason it is necessary to load
and unload off site (i.e. not within the site boundary), the details and procedure for this will be agreed in
advance with the LBC and occupants of local buildings.
6.90 Any necessary lane closures on the local highway network will avoid peak periods if at all possible, and the
relevant authorities (including emergency services) will again be notified.
6.91 The Principal Contractor will co-ordinate through the CLP all deliveries and collections to/from the site, and
ensure that:
 All delivery and collection vehicles are aware of the proposed routing;
 Prior to a delivery or collection, hauliers will notify the relevant authorities (Transport for London Police,
Highways Authority etc) in accordance with the Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types)
(General) Order 2003 (Ref. 6-14) if required;
 Liaison will be undertaken with occupants of adjacent buildings to avoid delays to service deliveries
due to construction vehicles; and
 Deliveries will be made on a ‘just in time’ basis;
 There will be good traffic flows to prevent congestion, air pollution and disturbance in the surrounding
area;
 Vehicle movements in and around the site will not cause unnecessary noise and air pollution;
 Location points to the site, unloading points and any storage within the site, the locations of hoists,
cranes and location of noise sensitive adjacent properties will be provided; and
 Appropriate marshals and banksmen will be provided.
Staff Travel
6.92 Due to the availability of public transport services (as described in Chapter 7: Traffic and Transport), a policy
of no car parking for staff on site will be adopted.
Noise, Vibration and Dust
6.93 To minimise effects due to noise, vibration and dust, site-specific best practice measures will be
implemented by contractors. Chapter 8: Noise and Vibration and Chapter 9: Air Quality include a detailed
review of the mitigation measures during the demolition, construction and refurbishment works, and a
summary is provided below, including:
 Noisy plant or equipment will be situated as far as possible from noise sensitive buildings. Barriers
(e.g. site huts, acoustic sheds or partitions) to reduce noise reaching noise sensitive buildings will be
employed where practicable. Old buildings around the site perimeter waiting to be demolished will
provide effective noise screening;
 The following provisions will be adhered to wherever practicable:
- Vehicles and mechanical plant used for the purpose of the works will be fitted with effective exhaust
silencers, maintained in good and efficient working order and operated in such a manner as to
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minimise noise emissions. The contractor will ensure that all plant complies with the relevant
statutory requirements.
- Machines in intermittent use will be shut down or throttled down to a minimum when not in use.
- Compressors will be fitted with properly lined and sealed acoustic covers which will be kept closed
whenever in use. Pneumatic percussive tools will be fitted with mufflers or silencers of the type
recommended by the manufacturers.
- Equipment which breaks concrete, brickwork or masonry by bending or bursting or ‘nibbling’ will be
used in preference to percussive tools where practicable. Avoid the use of impact tools where the
site is close to occupied premises.
- Where practicable, rotary drills and bursters activated by hydraulic, chemical or electrical power will
be used for excavating hard of extrusive material.
- Where practicable, equipment powered by mains electricity will be used in preference to equipment
powered by internal combusting engine or locally generated electricity.
- Neither any part of the works nor any maintenance of plant will be carried out in such a manner as
to cause unnecessary noise or vibration except in the case of an emergency when the work is
absolutely necessary for the saving of life or property or the safety of the works.
- Plant will be maintained in good working order so that extraneous noise from mechanical vibration,
creaking and squeaking is kept to a minimum.
- Noise emitting machinery which is required to run continuously will be housed in a suitable acoustic
lined enclosure wherever practicable.
- Communication with neighbouring residents is essential to ensure any noise impacts will be
reduced as far as is practicable.
 Care will be taken to reduce noise when loading or unloading vehicles or dismantling scaffolding or
moving materials etc;
 Burning or materials on site will not be permitted;
 Emphasis will be placed on using methods that do not cause unnecessary emissions (e.g. dust
smoke);
 Dust pollution will be minimised during demolition by the complete screening, if practicable, of the
building or structure to be demolished with debris screens or sheets;
 Stockpiles of earth will be damped down or otherwise suitably treated to prevent the emission of dust
from the site. Stockpiles will be planned and sited to minimise the potential for dust generation. The
handling of spoil will be kept to a minimum and when materials are deposited onto a stockpile it will be
from the minimum possible height;
 The contractor will ensure that the area around the site, including the public highway, is regularly and
adequately swept to prevent any accumulation of dust and dirt;
 Where possible, skips and removal vehicles will be properly sheeted when leaving the site. Watering or
rubble chutes will be undertaken where necessary to prevent dust emissions; and
 The contractor will take all necessary precautions to prevent smoke emissions or fumes from plant or
stored fuel oil. In particular, measures will be taken to ensure that all plant is well maintained and not
left running for long periods when not in use.
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6.94 Noise and Vibration Action Levels will be agreed with the LBC, and noise and vibration levels will be
monitored during the demolition, construction and refurbishment phases. If the action levels are exceeded,
the activity will cease until an alternative methodology can be agreed.
6.95 Dust monitoring will also be undertaken during the demolition, construction and refurbishment phases.
Special provisions will apply for any materials containing asbestos. A safety method statement will outline
the control measures necessary to minimise the risks to an acceptable level, and all statutory notices will be
placed with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Hazardous Materials, Contamination and Pollution Control
6.96 Methods for dealing with hazardous and contaminated waste have already been described. However, prior
to the demolition, construction and refurbishment, the Principal Contractor will be required to prepare a
safety method statement demonstrating how the safety of construction workers and the public will be
addressed in terms of potentially harmful substances.
6.97 The control, handling and disposal of these wastes will be undertaken in accordance with relevant
legislation as described above; the CoP will provide further detail.
6.98 Should additional contamination be identified during the earthworks, activity in the area will cease until the
contamination has been assessed and an appropriate strategy for its treatment and management agreed
with the LBC.
6.99 All construction staff will be provided with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), training on the
risks at the site from hazardous materials, and welfare facilities will be provided for washing and changing.
6.100 All potentially hazardous materials will be stored on areas of hard standing and enclosed within impervious
bund walls. The minimum volume of each bunded compound will be equivalent to 110% of the tank capacity
contained within. If multiple tanks are present the compound will be equivalent to 110% of the capacity of
the largest tank, or 110% of the combined capacity of inter-connected tanks. All filling points, vents, gauges
and sight glasses will be situated within the bund. Labels will clearly indicate the contents of all containers
within the bunded areas.
Archaeology
6.101 The findings of the archaeological desk-based assessment will be confirmed through a phased programme
of archaeological investigation which will be undertaken and secured through an appropriately worded
planning condition.
6.102 The extent of previous ground disturbance resulting from the construction of the existing Whitgift Shopping
Centre and current ground conditions is unknown and will be verified. This will be achieved through either by
a visual inspection or review of topographic survey data for the site. For the area outside of the existing
basement, archaeological monitoring during any future geotechnical investigations undertaken in advance of
demolition or a review of the results by a suitably qualified archaeologist will enable the nature of the made
ground and magnitude of previous ground disturbance to be understood.
6.103 For the area outside of the existing basement on the frontages of North End and George Street, the results
of this first stage of monitoring and review will be used to inform the need for a second stage of
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archaeological investigation in the form of targeted trial trench evaluation (within the areas of proposed  Use of alternatives to diesel / petrol powered equipment where possible;
basement / lower ground excavation).
 The incorporation of sources of renewable energy to offset the use of main utilities will be considered;

6.104 The trial trench evaluation would determine the presence / absence, extent, depth and significance of any
previously unknown archaeological remains that may survive within this part of the site. The results of this
intrusive evaluation would inform the requirement for further mitigation measures during the construction
phase.
Protection of Water Resources
6.105 The assessment of potential effects of the Proposed Development on water resources is presented in
Chapter 15: Water Resources and Flood Risk of this ES. In summary, surface drainage, ground water
seepage, and any minor dewatering will pass via settlement tank facilities to the foul water sewer. Discharge
arrangements into the foul water sewer will be agreed with Thames Water Utilities Limited (TWUL).
 Selection and specification of energy efficient plant and equipment wherever viable;
 Implementation of staff based initiatives such as turning off taps, plant and equipment when not in use
both on-site and within site offices; encouraging a paper-reduced office and encouraging double sided
printing and photocopying when these activities are necessary;
 Use of recycling water systems such as wheel washes; and
 Use of a rainwater harvesting system for use in equipment, and vehicle washing will also be
investigated.
6.113 The energy and water consumption of the project will be monitored, either through sub-metering or reading
utility bills, to allow comparison against best practice benchmarks and improvements to be made.

6.106 The Principal Contractor will hold plans on site which show the location of all surface and foul water drains
and should make relevant staff aware of the drainage network.
6.107 All liquids and solids of a potentially hazardous nature (e.g. diesel fuel, oils, solvents) will be stored on
surfaced areas, with bunding, to the satisfaction of the Environment Agency (EA).
6.108 Surface drainage and wastewater will pass through settlement tanks and oil interception facilities before
discharge to sewer. The Principal Contractor will ensure that all potentially contaminated water e.g.
dewatering effluent, is disposed of in accordance with the Water Resources Act 1991 (Ref. 6-15) and Water
Industry Act 1991 (Ref. 6-16, Ref. 6-15), to the satisfaction of the EA and / or TWUL. The Principal
Contractor will also be responsible for obtaining all necessary consents and ensuring compliance with the
conditions of the consents. EA pollution prevention guidelines for construction works will be adhered to at all
times.
6.109 An Emergency Incident Plan will be in place to deal with potential spillages and / or pollution incidents. This
will include the provision of on-site equipment for containing spillages, such as emergency booms and
chemicals to soak up spillages. Any pollution incidents will be reported immediately to LBC and the
regulatory bodies such as the EA.
Effect Interactions and Cumulative Effects
6.114 Chapter 18: Effect Interactions and Cumulative Effects Assessment of this ES provides a review of the
potential for combined cumulative effects i.e. the combined effect of individual effects arising as a result of
the Proposed Development throughout the demolition, construction and refurbishment phase, for example
effects in relation to noise, airborne dust or traffic impacting on a single receptor.
6.115 It is not unusual for construction to take place on more than one site in close proximity to each other. The
LBC will require all sites to adhere to the LBC’s CoP and CLP guidance and requirements to help minimise
nuisance effects. In addition, it is expected that the contractors will undertake regular liaison meetings and
reviews with neighbouring sites to plan works so that they do not cause unnecessary disruption.
6.116 The following technical chapters of this ES include an assessment of the cumulative effects associated with
the demolition, construction and refurbishment phase of the Proposed Development in conjunction with
demolition and construction works at other nearby sites.

6.110 The principal contractor will ensure that any water that may have come into contact with contaminated
materials will be disposed of in accordance with the Water Resources Act (1991)and other relevant
legislation, and to the satisfaction of the EA and / or TWUL.

Protection of Ecological Resources

6.111 The site is of low ecological value. In the event that effects to ecological resources are identified during the
course of the project activities, consultation with the relevant statutory and advisory bodies such as Natural
England (NE) and the EA will be undertaken as necessary.

Energy and Water Usage

6.112 All relevant contractors will be required to investigate opportunities to minimise and reduce use of energy
and water, such as:

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References
Ref. 6-1 LBC, (2012) ‘Control of Pollution and Noise from Demolition and Construction Sites’.
Ref. 6-2 Department of Trade and Industry, (2004) Site Waste Management Plans: Guidance for Construction,
Contractors and Clients, Voluntary Code of Practice
Ref. 6-3 Her Majesty’s Stationery Office (HMSO), (2008) Site Waste Management Plan Regulations
Ref. 6-4 Defra, (2007) The waste Strategy for England
Ref. 6-5 HMSO (2002) ‘The Landfill Regulations’.
Ref. 6-6 HMSO, (1990), ‘Environmental Protection Act 1990.’
Ref. 6-7 HMSO, (1995), ‘Environmental Act 1995’.
Ref. 6-8 HMSO, (1992) ‘Controlled Waste Regulations.’
Ref. 6-9 HMSO, (2010)’ The Environmental Permitting Regulations’.
Ref. 6-10 HMSO, (2005) ‘The Hazardous Waste Regulations’
Ref. 6-11 HMSO, (2005) ‘The List of Waste (England) (Amendments) Regulations’
Ref. 6-12 HMSO, (1989), ‘The Control of Pollution (Amendment) Act .
Ref. 6-13 HMSO, (1991), ‘The Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991.’
Ref. 6-14 HMSO, (2003) The Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) (General) Order 2003
Ref. 6-15 HMSO (2003), ‘Water Industries Act 2003 (c 37).’
Ref. 6-16 HMSO (1991), ‘Water Resources Act.’

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