North London (Electricity Line) Reinforcement
A nationally significant infrastructure project in Enfield, Epping Forest, Essex, Haringey, Waltham Forest. A decision has been made. We are confirming the outcome.
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Where it is in the process
- Pre-application
- Submitted
- Pre-examination
- Examination
- Recommendation
- Decision due
- Decision made
The site
The outline is the boundary the promoter published. It can include cable, pipeline or road routes as well as the main site. 107 hectares inside the published boundary.
What is proposed
The project consists of the upgrading of one of two existing 275kV overhead lines running between Waltham Cross and Tottenham substations (via Brimsdown substation) and its operation at a higher voltage (400kV). The upgrading will involve works at each substation along the route, plus associated works.
Linked planning applications
Council consultations, related applications and requirement sign-offs that quote this project.
- 262317 · Waltham Forest · 5 October 2026
Submission of details for the discharge of Requirement 3 (Written Scheme of Stages) of the North London Reinforcement Order 2014 (the Order) Planning Inspectorate reference: EN020009 granted 16/04/2014.
- 261523 · Waltham Forest · 15 June 2026
Submission of details for the discharge of Stage 5f Requirement 13 ( Construction Environment Management Plan ) of the North London Reinforcement Order 2014 (the Order) Planning Inspectorate reference: EN020009 granted 16/04/2014.
- 260668 · Waltham Forest · 13 March 2026
Submission of details for the discharge of Requirement 11 (Contaminated Land and Ground Water) of the North London Reinforcement Order 2014 (the Order) Planning Inspectorate reference: EN020009 granted 16/04/2014.
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