The site has been the base for the force for over 70 years and also serves as a training centre.
The force says its redevelopment will transform the “ageing” estate and allow it to be used by future generations of police officers.
The planning application for redevelopment follows a public consultation last year on the plans.
Feedback from the Force’s consultation with residents and planners has been incorporated into the application which, if approved, will see “ageing” accommodation blocks replaced with a new Contact & Deployment centre; up-to-date facilities for the dog school, including accommodation for students, and kennels for the dogs; a decked car park with an increased number of disabled bays, electric vehicle charging points, and secure bicycle storage racks allowing precious, ancient woodland to be restored to its original state.
The historic Old House is to be retained with a new Courtyard wing providing agile work-spaces “to encourage collaborative working and well-being,” while building facades, throughout the site, will reflect the surrounding areas of outstanding natural beauty.
Sustainability is a high priority for Surrey Police according to the force, and a sustainable travel policy will be both encouraged and promoted internally among staff and officers.
Aged systems will be replaced with modern solutions, and environmentally friendly and sustainable features will be introduced throughout the estate including solar panels and grey-water recycling.
Surrey residents are being encouraged to engage with these planning applications which can be viewed on the Guildford Borough Council website, via the planning portal.
