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2,195 in the last 90 days666 in the last 30249 in the last 1484% approveddecisions typically take 67 days

Source: City of Westminster planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 3,449 · received or decided in the last 90 days

66 Porchester Road London W2 6ET
Application for 'Prior Approval of a proposed change of use from 'offices' (Class E) to 'residential' (Class C3) (32 units) under Class MA, Part 3, Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (as amended).
PendingReceived 14 Oct 202626/07020/P3JPA
1 Mercer Walk London WC2H 9FA
Display of an non illuminated other sign measuring 1.7m X 1.2m
PendingReceived 14 Oct 202626/06687/ADV
Basement And Ground Floor 54 James Street Marylebone London W1U 1HE
Display of an internally illuminated fascia sign measuring 0.944 x 0.36m; internally illuminated hanging sign measuring 0.36m x 0.61m; and internally illuminated menu box measuring 0.52m x 0.39m (Retrospective). (Linked with 26/06984/FULL)
PendingReceived 13 Oct 202626/06983/ADV
St Anne's Gardens Wardour Street London W1F 0UN
Variation of condition 1 of planning permission dated 11th August 2025 (RN 25/03991/FULL) for the Alteration to the Wardour Street entrance stair and retaining wall, installation of new inclined platform lift on stair, with new bifold gates at the street and new pedestrian ramp from churchyard level to upper terrace with handrails. NAMELY, Relocation of the approved bi-fold entrance gates forward to align with the centre line of the existing gate piers, together with an increase in gate height to 2.4m, incorporating an additional section of matching design with stainless steel mesh.
PendingReceived 13 Oct 202626/06978/FULL
Queens Court Queensway London W2 4QN
Amendments to planning permission dated 1st April 2026 (RN:26/00004/FULL) for Replacement of shopfront at 31-33 Queensway. Namely, to create a more openable shopfront fronting on Queensway.
PendingReceived 13 Oct 202626/07002/NMA

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has City of Westminster received?

City of Westminster received 16,758 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.

How long does City of Westminster take to decide applications?

City of Westminster takes an average of 67 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for City of Westminster?

City of Westminster approves 84% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in City of Westminster?

Submit your representation to City of Westminster during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the City of Westminster planning portal.

Can I appeal a City of Westminster planning decision?

Yes. If City of Westminster refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 2,081 appeals were lodged against City of Westminster decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Planning data sourced from City of Westminster planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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The City of Westminster is a prominent London borough known for its city status and as the heart of British governance, housing the Houses of Parliament. This central area encompasses key destinations like the West End, with renowned shopping spots on Oxford Street and Regent Street, as well as the vibrant Soho entertainment district. Notable landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Trafalgar Square, make Westminster a crucial location for those researching planning applications in one of London's most iconic areas. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 17 towns and villages, including Marylebone, Paddington and Westminster. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, City of Westminster received 16,758 planning applications. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1,177), full planning applications (1,162), listed building and heritage (761). 27 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2,081 planning appeals were lodged against City of Westminster decisions, of which 613 were allowed and 1,218 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for City of Westminster above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the City of Westminster planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.