Plans for a 15-storey student tower above Southwark Tube station have been re-approved after the station gained Grade II-listed status. The scheme includes 429 student rooms and 44 new council homes.
Amro Partners submits plans to redevelop Lewisham Retail Park into a major new neighbourhood with 1,452 homes, student accommodation, and a food hall. Read the full details.
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
Merton Council approves final plans for 626 homes at Mitcham Gasworks, but the 'largest development for a generation' will have no affordable units. Developers cite viability issues.
The UK government has postponed its decision on China's controversial London 'super embassy' until 20 January. Read the latest on the security concerns and political delays.
Lambeth Council greenlights a major Streatham redevelopment, delivering 92 homes including 38sqm 'pocket' flats and 15 social rent units. Key worker housing boost.
The UK government has postponed its decision on the controversial Chinese 'super embassy' in London until 20 January 2026. Read the latest on the security concerns and political delays.
City of Perth councillors are advised to reject Gina Rinehart's helipad application over noise and disruption fears. The mining magnate's firm argues it's a 'modern necessity' for business. Read the latest on this planning dispute.
A London businessman faces a planning dispute after installing a farm-style electric fence at his £44.5m Notting Hill mansion. The council says it 'fortifies' the site. Read the full story.
Sadiq Khan reconsiders rejected Archway Hospital redevelopment, prompting campaigners to crowdfund a legal fight against what they call 'future slums'. Read the latest.
London developers reveal plans for a new hotel at the foot of Wembley Stadium's Olympic Steps. The project promises a larger public square and construction could start in 2026.
A West London landlord has been ordered to pay £7,589 after building an 'unattractive' extension without planning permission and ignoring council demands to remove it. Learn more about the case.
A major £10bn plan to build thousands of new homes in West London's Earl's Court has cleared its first hurdle. Discover how this new district will transform a 40-acre brownfield site.
Hammersmith council approves the £10bn Earls Court masterplan, unlocking 4,000 homes and 12,000 jobs for West London. Discover the future of this new district.
Plans for 44 homes and offices at Truman Brewery site face fierce opposition from Tower Hamlets Council and local campaigners who fear it will destroy area's Bangladeshi community. Final decision expected next month.
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
Revised plans to demolish derelict Leegate Shopping Centre in Lewisham approved, delivering 620 homes including 17-storey tower and nearly half affordable housing. Read the full details.
Wimbledon's plans to build 39 new grass courts hit a major hurdle as residents win the right to a judicial review. Discover the latest in this David vs Goliath planning battle.
One in five UK planners plan to leave by 2028, creating severe capacity shortages that jeopardise Labour's 1.5 million home target. Discover the crisis facing local authorities.
Government announces planning reforms to fast-track housing near train stations, giving developments automatic approval. Read how this affects local communities.
Bexley Council greenlights demolition of a locally listed Erith Post Office for 33 new flats, with no affordable housing as the project faces a £113k deficit. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council narrowly approves plans to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out.
A major East London development with 7,172 homes is on hold due to a £6.3m funding gap for a new footbridge. Newham councillors seek clarity on financial oversight.
The future of the controversial 'Tesco Towers' development in North London is uncertain after Notting Hill Genesis withdrew from the 504-home project. Discover the local reaction.
Plans for two new tower blocks with 220 'co-living' rooms and 25 social homes near Allen Gardens are set for a council vote. The development promises £1m for park upgrades.
Runnymede Borough Council greenlights a 149-home development in Chertsey, set for 2028. The project promises a mix of private and affordable homes despite noise concerns.
Firstway Energy appeals Bexley Council's refusal of Sidcup energy storage system, warning taxpayers face 'hundreds of thousands' in costs. Read the latest planning dispute.
Furious locals in affluent Highgate are taking legal action to stop a massive 15-storey development they claim will destroy their neighbourhood's character and create a 'monstrous' landmark.
The All England Lawn Tennis Club's ambitious £65 million Wimbledon expansion faces a critical legal challenge as local residents and conservationists take their fight to the High Court.
Residents voice strong opposition to proposed changes at The Lamb pub in Holloway, fearing loss of community space and increased anti-social behaviour in their neighbourhood.