Everything tracked in the WC2E postcode area, what is proposed, what is still open for comment, and how the pace of development is changing.
65
Applications tracked
all time
45
Last 90 days
up 350% on the previous 90 days
2
Open for comment
you can still have your say
86%
Approval rate
of 36 decided applications
A planning application
Display of an internally illuminated (backlit letters only) projecting sign measuring 0.60m x 0.77m on the Neal Street elevation. [Split decision].
65 applications in WC2E
A planning application
Registering address numbering for Six Flats to 31A James Street, London, WC2E 8PA. Flat details as Flat 4-9 cons, 31A James Street, London, WC2E 8PA.
22 days left to comment
New signage
Display of externally illuminated fascia sign measuring 3m X 0.7m and non illuminated hanging sign measuring 0.1m X 0.5m
A commercial scheme
Confirmation of the lawfulness of the proposed use and proposed operating hours of UNIT 1 ONLY. It does not assert that the proposed 24-hour operation has already commenced. The case is that the proposed café use falls within Class E of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987, as amended, and that no enforceable planning condition identified in the relevant planning history restricts the operating hours of the application premises. Accordingly, the proposed use of Unit/Retail 1 as a café within Class E, operating 24 hours per day, seven days per week, would not constitute development requiring planning permission, subject to the evidence and plans submitted with this application.
A commercial scheme
Internal redecoration/refurbishment to cafe premises including redecorating throughout, replacing the tiled floor in the customer area, raising the timber floor by 180mm on the left-hand side upon entry, removal of boxed window cils on right-hand side upon entry for more seating. New lighting.
New signage
Display of externally illuminated projection sign measuring 900mm x 300mm (Linked with 26/06146/ADV).
New signage
Display of externally illuminated projection sign measuring 900mm x 300mm.
New signage
Display of internally illuminated hanging signs, each measuring 0.61m X 0.61m, at the commercial unit at the north end of the building facing Lancaster Place.
New signage
Display of two non-illuminated fascia signs each measuring 1.46m x 0.40m; a non-illuminated fascia sign measuring 0.89m x 0.24m; an externally illuminated hanging sign measuring 0.60m x 0.60m; fixed branded awning over each window, and internally illuminated menu board.
22 days left to comment
A planning application
Amendments to previously approved listed building 26/04269/LBC works, comprising the replacement of part of an approved opaque glazed panel with a solid wall and metal cladding finish, retention of a narrow fixed glazed panel, and clarification of fixing details for approved glazed doors and wall cupboards, with minimal intervention to the historic fabric.
A planning application
Display of externally illuminated fascia and hanging signs measuring 0.71m x 0.18m and 0.80mx 0.300m.
A planning application
Display of two platforms measuring 13.6m x 3.6m x 2.263m and 14.61m x 3.6m x 2.263m each featuring three internally illuminated sculptures for a temporary period from 16 October 2026 to 6 January 2027.
Comment period closed
Work to a listed building
Details of sample panel, window repair schedule, and method statement pursuant to conditions 3, 4 and 7 of listed building consent dated 26 March 2026 (RN: 25/09264/LBC).
Work to trees · usually decided quickly and rarely affects neighbours
Rear T1 Tree of Heaven x 1 (Ailanthus altissima) Following a recent limb failure and aerial inspection, the tree has been found to contain multiple cavities, deadwood, failed cable bracing, crossing limbs, and several included unions, together with declining historic pollard points. Due to its condition and its location within a busy public garden, we recommend carrying out a heavy crown reduction beyond the previous pollard points. This will reduce the load on the weakened structure and lower the risk of further branch failure while retaining the tree. Suggested work: Carry out a heavy crown reduction by reducing the scaffold framework approximately 4?6 metres below the existing pollard points to create a new pollard framework. This will remove the majority of the compromised upper crown, including defective unions, declining pollard heads, crossing limbs and deadwood, while significantly reducing end weight and wind loading on the remaining structure. The reduction will also provide the tree with the opportunity to establish a new cycle of vigorous regrowth from lower, more structurally suitable points, allowing the tree to be retained and managed safely through future cyclical pollarding.
New signage
Display of two internally illuminated (letters only) fascia signs each measuring 0.55m x 1.21m and an internally illuminated (backlit letters only) projecting sign measuring 0.60m x 0.77m on the Long Acre elevation. [Split decision].
Comment period closed
A follow-up to an existing permission · the principle is already approved, so only the detail is under consideration
Details of new roof layout pursuant to partial re-discharge of condition 4 (Part C) of planning permission dated 18 February 2026 (RN: 25/07378/FULL)
A planning application
Details of awnings, external lights and heaters pursuant to condition 8 of planning permission dated 01 June 2026 (RN: 26/01763/FULL)
Work to a listed building
Details of awnings, external lights and heaters pursuant to condition 3 of listed building consent dated 01 June 2026 (RN: 26/01765/LBC)
A planning application
Installation of five retractable awnings and associated refurbishment and alterations to the existing shopfront.
Comment period closed
New signage
Display of an externally illuminated projecting sign 0.6m x 0.27m.