A new expanded conservation area in Addington could be created this autumn.

Residents now have the chance to have their say on Croydon Council proposals to expand the Addington Village Conservation Area.

If approved it would protect the historical importance of Addington Palace and its grounds.

It has associations with Henry VIII in the 1500s and was a country residence for Archbishops of Canterbury in the 19th Century.

The conservation area would also include former stables, built in 1829 as part of Archbishop Howley’s expansion of the palace estate, which are now part of Addington Palace Golf Clubhouse.

The palace is now used as a venue for events like weddings and conferences.

Stable Lodge, South Lodge and Roxton Gardens would also be within the new boundary.

Some areas where development that does not relate to the historical development of the area will also be removed.

If adopted it will become Addington Conservation Area and a new document would have to be given weight when planning applications in the boundary are submitted.

Councillor Paul Scott, cabinet lead for planning and regeneration, said: “The proposed extension of the conservation area in Addington is part of our strong commitment to protecting our historic open spaces and places.

“Addington Village and its landmarks are of great historical and architectural importance to Croydon. The grounds around Addington Palace were laid out by the famous Capability Brown. The grandeur of the palace reflects the power and wealth of the church and the long standing connections between the Archbishops of Canterbury and Croydon.

“It is important though that we are now also protecting the equally historically interesting domestic and support buildings that helped to keep the Princes of the Church in the grand style they expected. As we see Croydon to continue to grow to meet the needs of the people it is important we conserve our history for future generations.”

Public consultation is open until May 30 and you can hear more about the plans at an engagement event on May 9.

It will be held between 4-8pm at Addington Church Hall.

Otherwise information can be found at New Addington and Croydon Central libraries.

Comments can be emailed to ldf@croydon.gov.uk with the subject title Addington Conservation Area Review or posted to Spatial Planning Service, 6th Floor Zone B, Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon CR0 1EA.

Any comments will be considered, with amendments made where appropriate. It is likely the document will be adopted in the autumn.