Woolwich's 176-Year-Old Pub Faces Demolition Again
The owner of the derelict Anglesea Arms in Woolwich has submitted new plans to demolish the 176-year-old pub and build seven flats, citing damage from squatters and hazardous electrics.
Category : Planning Permission
Hackney's Bizarre Planning Decision on Shoreditch Works
Hackney Council's planning committee has created chaos by deferring approval for Shoreditch Works, a popular regeneration scheme with overwhelming public support, citing contradictory and illogical objections.
Court Ruling Tests UK Data Centre Power Plans
A High Court challenge to a £1bn data centre near the M25 has exposed critical flaws in Britain's energy planning for AI infrastructure, raising questions about power availability.
Pirate Ship Home Faces Demolition Over Planning Rules
A father who built a unique pirate ship home on the River Severn without planning permission faces having to tear down his £66,000 creation as council investigates.
North London Victorian Centre Demolition Plan Controversy
Brent Council to decide on controversial plans to demolish a Victorian community centre in Kensal Green, with a social mobility charity proposing a new four-storey training facility.
Camden Approves 400-Flat King's Cross Tower Scheme
Camden Council has approved a major regeneration project in King's Cross featuring 401 new homes and a 31-storey tower, despite concerns over blocked sunlight for existing residents and noise issues raised by rail operators.
Cyber Attack Halts 650 Planning Apps, House Sales
Kensington and Chelsea Council's cyber attack fallout: 650 planning applications in limbo, house sales failing, and £200k lost in land charges as systems remain offline.
Greens Bill to Regulate NSW Berry Farms
The NSW Greens propose legislation to give councils greater control over expanding berry farms, addressing environmental and community concerns amid industry growth.
Wembley Hotel Plan Faces Community Petition Opposition
Over 100 residents have signed a petition opposing a proposed hotel development on a cherished community space at Wembley Stadium's steps, citing environmental and social concerns.
Sadiq Khan to Decide on 1,485-Home North Finchley Scheme
London Mayor Sadiq Khan will make the final decision on a controversial 1,485-home development in North Finchley, which includes a lido but faces local opposition over lost leisure facilities.
Blackheath Station Car Park Plans Deferred After Opposition
Controversial plans to build 45 homes on Blackheath station car park have been deferred by Lewisham Council. The decision follows 1,202 objections and opposition from celebrities including Jude Law and Dominic Cooper.
Harrow Council to Require Planning Permission for Small HMOs
Harrow Council plans an immediate Article 4 directive to require planning permission for small HMOs, aiming to curb conversions of family homes and address community concerns in North West London.
Hackney Residents Use Projector to Challenge Estate Plans
Hackney locals took over a council meeting with a projector presentation, accusing officials of rushing through substantial changes to Marian Court estate regeneration designs.
Celebrities Fight Blackheath Station Car Park Housing Plan
Dominic Cooper and Sarah Hadland join residents in opposing 45-home development on Blackheath station car park. Plans face 1,202 objections amid concerns about affordable housing and conservation.
Government U-Turn on AI Datacentre Approval
Ministers admit planning approval for Buckinghamshire AI datacentre should be quashed after failing to properly assess environmental impact, in what campaigners call an embarrassing climbdown.
Blackheath Car Park Plan with 1,202 Objections Set for Approval
Controversial plans to build 45 homes on Blackheath station car park in South East London have been recommended for approval despite 1,202 objections from residents and businesses.
New Driveway EV Charger Rules: Save £1,100 Annually
Recent planning rule changes make it easier for homeowners to install EV chargers on driveways, potentially saving up to £1,100 per year compared to petrol vehicles.
Dodgy landlords hit with £350k fine for illegal Camden flats
Two landlords in Camden have been ordered to pay over £597,000 after letting out seven unauthorised flats in a property only approved for four. The court condemned their 'egregious' conduct.
Legal challenge looms for Chinese 'mega embassy' in London
Residents near the Tower of London are preparing a judicial review if the government approves China's vast new embassy. They cite fears of spying and unfair process. Read the full story.
Legal threat over Chinese 'mega-embassy' in London
The UK government could face an embarrassing judicial review if it approves a controversial new Chinese embassy near the Tower of London. Campaigners vow to fight the decision.
Shoreditch Works faces rejection by Hackney Council
The hugely popular Shoreditch Works development, promising 500 jobs and 78 new homes, is reportedly set for refusal by Hackney's Labour council, sparking a major growth debate.
China's London Mega Embassy Set for Final Approval
A decision on China's proposed £255m mega embassy near the Tower of London is imminent, potentially smoothing UK-China relations ahead of Keir Starmer's visit. Read the full story.
Brick Lane's Truman Brewery faces data centre redevelopment
Controversial plans to transform the iconic Truman Brewery into a data centre with flats face fierce opposition. Will London's cultural heart be lost?
Wimbledon £200m expansion heads to Court of Appeal
The battle over Wimbledon's £200m expansion, featuring 39 new courts, reaches the Court of Appeal. Campaigners fight the plan, citing a 1875 law. Read the latest.
Norfolk Pilates studio granted one-year planning permission
A Pilates influencer's garden studio in Norfolk has been approved for another year despite local objections over noise and traffic. The council praised the 'excellent' business.
China's London super-embassy set for approval
A vast new Chinese embassy in London is expected to get the green light next week, despite security and diplomatic concerns raised by Labour MPs. Read the full story.
South Londoners oppose 29-metre Kingston University building
Kingston residents unite against a proposed 29-metre university tower, citing threats to a village green, schools, and a rare chalk stream. Read the local campaign's fight.
West London 2,500-home scheme faces Mayor call-in
Campaigners urge Mayor Sadiq Khan to intervene in approved Kensal Canalside development, criticising affordable housing levels and heritage impact. Read the latest.
Melbourne's housing revolution: Have the YIMBYs won?
Victoria's government has enacted the biggest planning overhaul in decades, slashing approval times and boosting density. But rising costs and heritage rules threaten progress.
New Brick Lane Podcast Studio Faces Licensing Hurdle
A proposed new podcast studio, The New Blxck, in East London's Brick Lane faces a key licensing decision this week. Local residents and authorities have raised concerns over noise and cumulative impact in the area. Read the full story.
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