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Planning applications in WC1R

We hold 198 planning applications for the WC1R postcode area, 21 of them submitted in the past year. 88% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 69 days. The area is covered by Camden, South Tyneside.

198
applications held
21
in the past year
88%
approved
69 days
median decision

Councils covering WC1R

Camden (197)South Tyneside (1)

Recent applications in WC1R

Permitted
Listed Building Consent
24 Aug 20262026/3614/L
3-5 Bedford Row London WC1R 4BUCamden

Internal works and alterations to facilitate office use.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
28 Jul 20262026/3113/P
Churchill House 35 Red Lion Square London Camden WC1R 4SGCamden

Change of use from Sui Generis (Institutional Use) to Hotel (C1), removal of the existing upper levels on floors seven Red Lion Square), five and six (Drake Street) and erection of new floors (7th floor - Red Lion Square) (5th, 6th and 7th floors - Drake Street) to make an 8 storey building throughout, retention and alterations to the facades including entrance and bay on Red Lion Square.

Pending
Approval of Details
14 Jul 20262026/2889/P
26 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4HQCamden

Details to partially discharge Condition 3 (Sample of Brick Materials) of planning reference 2025/0210/P dated 30/07/25 for refurbishment and recladding of existing building with extensions at fourth floor adjacent to Theobalds Road and associated works.

Pending
Variation or Removal of Condition(s)
7 Jul 20262026/2671/P
32 Bedford Row London WC1R 4HECamden

Variation of condition 2 (approved drawings) to permission 2024/1332/P dated 09.10.2025 (for: Change of use from office (Class E) to residential (Class C3) to form a self-contained dwelling and external alterations including new roof lantern, replacement fourth floor extension and roof terrace with glass balustrade) chiefly to revise the roof extension, rationalise internal layouts, upgrade doors. remove modern finishes to lightwell and entrance, reinstate historic chimney stacks and other minor alterations.

Pending
Listed Building Consent
7 Jul 20262026/2635/L
32 Bedford Row London WC1R 4HECamden

Internal and external alterations to the building including refurbishment, alterations to the floor plan, new roof lantern, replacement fourth floor extension and roof terrace with glass balustrade, reinstatement of historic chimney stacks.

Pending
Small
Listed Building Consent
22 Jun 20262026/2508/L
42-43 Bedford Row London WC1R 4LLCamden

Installation of new boiler flues within the concealed rear lightwell in association with the replacement of the boiler.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
22 Jun 20262026/2496/P
42-43 Bedford Row London WC1R 4LLCamden

Installation of new boiler flues within the concealed rear lightwell in association with the replacement of the boiler.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
18 Jun 20262026/2515/P
10-11 Offices And Premises At 1st Floor North Gray's Inn Square London WC1R 5JDCamden

Change of use from to E(g)(i) Office to C3 Dwellinghouse. Use to be swapped with 4 Verulam Buildings Third Floor South (see parallel application 2025/2244/P)

Pending
7 May 2026260196
Land at Phase 2 and 3 (Cussins) Hill Street/Nile Street/Commercial Road/ Laygate Street/Cone Street South Shields East HolbornSouth Tyneside

Consent is sought for the reserved matters (pursuant to the outline planning permission granted by application ref. ST/0245/21/FUL) of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale in relation to the Cussins North East Ltd. controlled areas (of Phases 2 & 3) comprising the construction of 133 dwellings and associated works including pumping station and creation of public promenade (Application under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 to vary conditions of previously approved reserved matters application ST/0502/22/RES in respect of a part redesign of Phase 3, including removal of apartment block 1 and replacing it with dwellings)

Pending
Small
Non Material Amendments
1 May 20262026/1751/P
26 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4HQCamden

Non-Material Amendment to planning reference 2025/0210/P dated 30/07/25 for refurbishment and recladding of existing building with extensions at fourth floor adjacent to Theobalds Road and associated works. NAMELY: Amendments to the design of the consented development to ensure it is both deliverable and can be operated successfully once occupied.

Pending
Small
Approval of Details
28 Apr 20262026/1674/P
14 Bedford Row 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4EDCamden

Details to discharge Condition 6 (Photovoltaic Cells Data Sheet) of planning reference 2024/1810/P dated 18/12/24 for change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.

Pending
Small
Approval of Details
24 Apr 20262026/1629/P
14 Bedford Row 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4EDCamden

Details to discharge Condition 7 (Rainwater Recycling Storage) of planning reference 2024/1810/P dated 18/12/24 for change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.

Permitted
Small
Approval of Details
21 Apr 20262026/1563/P
14 Bedford Row 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4EDCamden

Details to discharge Condition 14 (Secure Cycle Storage) of planning reference 2024/1810/P dated 18/12/24 for change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.

Pending
Full Planning Permission
30 Mar 20262026/1114/P
3-4 South Square London WC1R 5HPCamden

Erection of plant enclosure and installation of heat pumps at ground level within The Paddocks service road to serve 3-4 South Square.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
19 Mar 20262026/1030/P
Lion House 72 - 75 Red Lion Street London WC1R 4NACamden

Change of use from Office (Class E) to Hotel (Class C1), extensions at 7th floor level, creation of terraces, new and replacement windows, rooftop plant enclosure, green roofs, PV's, alterations to façade and associated works.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
5 Mar 20262026/0685/P
Kingsgate 33 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4RBCamden

Refurbishment of the existing roof terrace, including the replacement of the existing balustrades with associated remedial repairs and maintenance works.

Pending
Small
Advertisement Consent
3 Feb 20262026/0424/A
27 Red Lion Street London Camden WC1R 4PSCamden

Installation of 1 x internally illuminated fascia signage, 1x illuminated projected signage and 1x awning signage

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
21 Jan 20262026/0170/L
7 & 8 Gray's Inn Square London WC1R 5AZCamden

Installation of secondary glazing.

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
16 Dec 20252025/5701/L
5 Raymond Buildings Gray's Inn London Camden WC1R 5BPCamden

Works to 1st and 2nd floor comprising subdivision of office spaces, alteration to existing internal door openings and creation of new internal door openings.

Permitted
Small
Full Planning Permission
10 Oct 20252025/4528/P
42-43 Bedford Row London WC1R 4LLCamden

Replacement of unauthorised UPVC windows with single glazed timber units.

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
10 Oct 20252025/4576/L
42-43 Bedford Row London WC1R 4LLCamden

Replacement of unauthorised UPVC windows with single glazed timber units.

Permitted
Small
Non Material Amendments
9 Jun 20252025/2460/P
14 Bedford Row 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4EDCamden

Non-Material Amendment to planning reference 2024/1810/P dated 18/12/24 as amended by 2025/1949/P dated 05/06/2025 for change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works. NAMELEY: addition of lighting to front entrance door on Bedford Row and signage to the main and rear facades.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
8 May 20242024/1810/P
14 Bedford Row, 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London Holborn WC1R 4EDCamden

Change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.

Pending
Small
Listed Building Consent
6 May 20242024/1764/L
14 Bedford Row, 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields Holborn London WC1R 4EDCamden

Internal alterations associated with the change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.

Pending
Small
Listed Building Consent
4 Apr 20242024/1835/L
32 Bedford Row London WC1R 4HECamden

Internal and external alterations to the building including refurbishment, alterations to the floor plan, new roof lantern, replacement fourth floor extension and roof terrace with glass balustrade.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
4 Apr 20242024/1332/P
32 Bedford Row London WC1R 4HECamden

Change of use from office (Class E) to residential (Class C3) to form a self-contained dwelling and external alterations to the building including refurbishment, new roof lantern, replacement fourth floor extension and roof terrace with glass balustrade.

Permitted
Small
Certificate of Lawfulness (Existing)
15 Mar 20242024/1048/P
Churchill House 35 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4SGCamden

Use of the basement to eighth floor of the building as an mixed institution use (sui generis)

Permitted
Small
Householder Application
31 Jan 20242024/0382/P
50C Red Lion Street London WC1R 4PFCamden

New window and door fenestration arrangement at ground floor front elevation; installation of new double glazed timber framed windows and doors throughout; replacement rooflights throughout; removal of existing fire escape stair; infilling of first floor external door; small extension at rear roof level to create flat roof with new rooflights.

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
20 Sept 20232023/3927/L
9 Bedford Row and 9 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4BUCamden

Internal and external alterations to the building and to the non- original mews house to the rear, including demolition of link structure, refurbishment of facades, removal of modern and non-original fabric and services, reconfiguration to reinstate the historic floor plan, and associated works.

Conditions
Small
Variation or Removal of Condition(s)
22 Aug 20232023/3445/P
3 - 5 Bedford Row London WC1R 4BUCamden

Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans & Documents) of planning reference 2022/4518/P dated 09/05/23 for extensions and alterations of 3 - 5 Bedford Row and 3 - 5 Jockey's Fields to create additional commercial space (Class E), including erection of a setback fourth floor roof extension to the Bedford Row buildings, erection of a 3rd floor mansard roof extension and remodelled 2nd floor to the Jockey Fields buildings plus associated fenestration changes to its ground and first floors, reconstruction of the intervening link structure with two additional floors plus roof terrace above and rear closet wing extensions, plus green roofs, cycle parking, waste/recycling storage, plant and other associated works.

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
22 Aug 20232023/3447/L
3 - 5 Bedford Row London WC1R 4BUCamden

Listed Building Consent relating to extensions and alterations of 3 - 5 Bedford Row and 3 - 5 Jockey's Fields. Amendment to the scheme approved under Listed Building Consent ref. 2022/4750/L to allow design amendments including layout changes from basement to roof level, including a small infill extension to the courtyard at basement level with plant above, changes to the roof terrace at the third floor, and repositioned Bedford Row dry riser inlet together with amendments to the north, south and west elevations including the Jockey's Fields elevation

Conditions
Small
Full Planning Permission
9 Aug 20232023/3292/P
9 Bedford Row and 9 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4BUCamden

Change of use of 9 Bedford Row from office (Class E) to residential (Class C3) to form a self-contained dwelling and internal and external alterations to the building and to the non-original mews house (retained in Class E use) to the rear, including demolition of link structure, refurbishment, and reconfiguration to reinstate the historic floor plan and associated works.

Permitted
Small
Pavement Licence
19 May 20232023/2032/PVL
Kozzy Cafe 53 Red Lion Street London WC1R 4PDCamden

3 Tables and 6 Chairs Monday to Saturday 08:00 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 New Application

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
3 Jun 20192019/2875/L
1 Verulam Buildings London WC1R 5NTCamden

Internal modifications.

Refused
Small
GPDO Prior Approval Determination
23 May 20192019/2702/P
Pavement on Drake Street, at junction with Procter Street London WC1R 4SGCamden

Installation of 1 x replacement telephone kiosk on the pavement.

Permitted
Small
Tables and Chairs
8 May 20192019/2419/TC
The Bountiful Cow 51 Eagle Street London WC1R 4APCamden

3 Tables, 6 Chairs and 1 Planter ( to be placed on Dane Street) Monday to Saturday 11:00- 21:00 Renewal Application

Permitted
Small
Full Planning Permission
26 Apr 20192019/2231/P
26 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4HQCamden

Installation of glazed balustrade with steel support posts to flat roof at 4th floor level located towards the corner of Theobalds Road and Old North Street for use as external terrace space to existing Office (Class B1).

Permitted
Small
Full Planning Permission
12 Apr 20192019/2036/P
Flat 22 Three Cups Yard Sandland Street London WC1R 4PZCamden

Erection of side/rear infill extension at third floor level; replacement of roof lantern with skylight; installation of 4 x rooflights.

Permitted
Small
Approval of Details
8 Apr 20192019/1854/P
20 Red Lion Street LONDON WC1R 4PJCamden

Details pursuant to conditions 12 (plant noise) and 13 (emergency generators) of planning permission ref. 2016/5571/P dated 15/05/2017 (as amended by 2018/4362/P dated 19/11/2018 and 2017/3028/P dated 31/08/2017) for 'Roof extension to create 6th floor, terraces, rear extension, alterations to front and rear facades, canopy for new cycle parking area.

Permitted
Small
Non-Material Amendments
8 Apr 20192019/1853/P
20 Red Lion Street London WC1R 4PQCamden

Alterations to wording of conditions 2 (drawing numbers) and 3 (noise) to reflect updated approval of details under conditions 12 and 13 (ref. 2019/1854/P) to planning permission granted under reference 2016/5571/P dated 15/05/2017 (as amended by 2018/4362/P dated 19/11/2018 and 2017/3028/P dated 31/08/2017) for 'Roof extension to create 6th floor, terraces, rear extension, alterations to front and rear facades, canopy for new cycle parking area'

Permitted
Small
Full Planning Permission
3 Apr 20192019/1806/P
Flat 16 10 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4QGCamden

Erection of glazed roof extension to existing 8th floor terrace in connection with the 7th floor residential unit

Refused
Small
Listed Building Consent
22 Mar 20192019/2175/L
6-7 Bedford Row London WC1R 4BSCamden

Part removal of existing entrance steps for the installation of a new vertical stair/platform lift for step-free access.

Refused
Small
Full Planning Permission
22 Mar 20192019/1573/P
6-7 Bedford Row London WC1R 4BSCamden

Part removal of existing entrance steps for the installation of a new vertical stair/platform lift for step-free access.

Permitted
Small
Approval of Details
15 Mar 20192019/1407/P
20 Red Lion Street LONDON WC1R 4PJCamden

Details pursuant to condition 4, parts (a) (materials) and (b) window/doors of planning permission ref. 2016/5571/P dated 15/05/2017 (as amended by 2018/4362/P dated 19/11/2018 and 2017/3028/P dated 31/08/2017) for 'Roof extension to create 6th floor, terraces, rear extension, alterations to front and rear facades, canopy for new cycle parking area

Conditions
Small
Variation or Removal of Condition(s)
15 Mar 20192019/1401/P
20 Red Lion Street London WC1R 4PJCamden

Variation of conditions 2 (Approved Drawings), 7 (sustainable design) and 10 (carbon reduction) of permission ref: 2016/5571/P dated 15/05/2017 (as amended by 2019/1853/P dated 30/5/19, 2018/4362/P dated 19/11/2018 and 2017/3028/P dated 31/08/2017) for 'Roof extension to create 6th floor, terraces, rear extension, alterations to front and rear facades, canopy for new cycle parking area'; CHANGES include alterations to cycle store, lift overrun, external facade, plant/extraction, fenestrations and western entrance (revised description)

Permitted
Small
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area
7 Mar 20192019/1264/T
8 South Square & Gray's Inn Square London WC1R 5ETCamden

IN GROUNDS: 1 x London Plane (T10) - Reduce by up to 2.5m 3 x Red Oaks (T24, T53 & T54) - Fell to ground level. 30 x London Planes (T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T9, T11, T12, T43, T44, T45, T52, T55, T57, T58, T59, T62, T85, T86, T90, T91, T92, T108, T118, T120, T121, T123, T125 & T126) - Removal of infected branches, reduction of some branches as specified in Tree Survey 2018. 1 x Catalpa (T25), 3 x Prunus (T46, T49 & T113), 1 x Lugustrum (T68), 1 x Acer (T69), 3 x Robinia (T87, T128 & T129), 1 x Carpinus (T88), 1 x Ulmus (T93), 1 x Gleditsia (T94), 2 x Betula (T95 & T97), 1 x Crataegus (T112) - Removal of infected branches, reduction of some branches as specified in Tree Survey 2018.

Withdrawn
Small
Listed Building Consent
7 Mar 20192019/1270/L
1 Gray's Inn Square London WC1R 5AACamden

Installation of cavity drainage waterproofing system to cellar stores and corridor, to include new floor slab. Repair to beam and removal of ceilings to allow inspection/treatment of ground floor joists/timbers from below, reinstatement of ceiling. General redecoration and insertion of new brick free standing racking system.

Permitted
Small
Approval of Details
14 Feb 20192019/0903/P
1 Fisher Street London WC1R 4QACamden

Submission under Schedule 7 (paragraph 11(2)) of Crossrail Act 2008 for Site Restoration for the Fisher Street Shaft (CAM/3/6).

Permitted
Small
Variation or Removal of Condition(s)
11 Jan 20192019/0159/P
45 Bedford Row London WC1R 4LNCamden

Variation of condition 3 (approved drawings) of planning permission 2016/7038/P dated 14/03/2017 for the remodelling of Bedford Row office entrance, alterations to the external glazing at ground floor level, creation of new window opening to ground floor Hand Court elevation, and installation of 5 x air conditioning units at rooftop level; namely the installation of an additional AC unit at roof level.

Withdrawn
Small
Advertisement Consent
30 Nov 20182018/6178/NEW
33 Bedford Row London WC1R 4JHCamden

Display of 1x non illuminated plaque sign 235mm x 173mm