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Planning applications in WC2B

We hold 120 planning applications for the WC2B postcode area, 60 of them submitted in the past year. 94% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 59 days. The area is covered by Westminster, Camden.

120
applications held
60
in the past year
94%
approved
59 days
median decision

Towns and villages in WC2B

Councils covering WC2B

Westminster (88)Camden (32)

Recent applications in WC2B

Pending
Full Planning Permission
1 Sept 20262026/3613/P
Dragon Court 27-29 Macklin Street London WC2B 5LXCamden

Installation of a metal gate and fence; and installation of 4 no. additional Sheffield bicycle stands

Pending
25 Aug 202626/05813/FULL
Ground Floor 11 Kingsway London WC2B 6XFWestminster

Change of use of the existing ground floor unit from an office (Use Class E(g)) to a sushi takeaway shop (Sui Generis)., Installation of a non-illuminated fascia sign with trough downlight, and a projecting sign with integrated downlight; Installation of a retractable awning to the shopfront; Installation of a high-level louvre within the existing shopfront glazing.

Pending
25 Aug 202626/05814/ADV
Ground Floor 11 Kingsway London WC2B 6XFWestminster

Display of externally illuminated fascia sign measuring 3.55m X 0.3m and externally illuminated projecting sign 0.8m X 0.6m

Permitted
Approval of Details
21 Aug 20262026/3536/P
Travelodge Hotel 10 Drury Lane London WC2B 5RECamden

Details as required by condition 3 (Air Quality Monitoring) of planning permission 2024/0436/P dated 1/7/2025 for refurbishment and extension of the host building.

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
18 Aug 202626/05637/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Details of approval of samples of the facing materials including glazing, and elevations and roof plans annotated to show where the materials are to be located pursuant to condition 29 of planning permission dated 10th March 2025 (RN 24/06619/FULL)

Permitted
Approval of Details
17 Aug 20262026/3500/P
Travelodge Hotel 10 Drury Lane London WC2B 5RECamden

Details of materials as required by condition 4 of planning permission 2024/0436/P dated 1/7/2025 for refurbishment and extension of the host building.

Pending
Approval of Details
17 Aug 20262026/3504/P
Travelodge Hotel 10 Drury Lane London WC2B 5RECamden

Details as required by condition 6 (accessible hotel rooms) and 8 (ventilation and air inlet grilles) of planning permission 2024/0436/P dated 1/7/2025 for refurbishment and extension of the host building.

Pending
17 Aug 202626/05586/NMA
York House 23 Kingsway London WC2B 6UJWestminster

Amendments to planning permission dated 21 November 2025 (RN: 25/04455/FULL) for Alteration and refurbishment of the ground floor entrances on both Kingsway and Kean Street; alterations to the 8th floor rear elevation in association with improved access to the external amenity terrace; installation of air conditioning condensers on the rooftop of the building; and replacement of the associated existing plant screen. Namely, the omission of two dormer windows at 8th floor level

Pending
Small
Advertisement Consent
6 Aug 20262026/1995/A
Nonna Bakery Co. Ltd 161 Drury Lane London Camden WC2B 5PNCamden

Installation of Fascia Signage, illuminated lettering, 1 x Projectng Sign and window signage.

Permitted
30 Jul 202626/05163/LBC
Third Floor South Australia House Strand London WC2B 4LAWestminster

Internal alterations to first floor mezzanine.

Pending
29 Jul 202626/05108/LBC
Waldorf Hotel Aldwych London WC2B 4DDWestminster

Replacement of various internally and externally mounted non-illuminated signage associated with the Hilton rebranding programme. (Linked to 26/05611/ADV)

Pending
27 Jul 202626/05013/LBC
Novello Theatre 5 Aldwych London WC2B 4LDWestminster

Repairs to the external building fabric across all external elevations and the roof; replacement of mechanical ventilation plant and within an acoustic enclosure; and erection of a garden room and terrce at oof level. (Linked with 26/05012/FULL)

Pending
27 Jul 202626/05006/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Samples (provided on site for inspection or photographs) of the facing materials you will use, including glazing, and elevations and roof plans annotated to show where the materials are to be located; pursuant to condition 29 of planning permission dated 10th March 2025 (24/06619/FULL)

Pending
27 Jul 202626/05012/FULL
Novello Theatre 5 Aldwych London WC2B 4LDWestminster

Repairs to the external building fabric across all external elevations and the roof; replacement of mechanical ventilation plant and within an acoustic enclosure; and erection of a garden room and terrce at oof level. (Linked with 26/05013/LBC)

Pending
21 Jul 202626/04879/FULL
Crompton House 95 Aldwych London WC2B 4JFWestminster

Creation of a roof terrace with associated landscaping, planters, timber screening and raised decking, erection of a new roof level stair enclosure to provide access from the eighth floor and associated external alterations to the existing office building.

Pending
16 Jul 202626/04771/FULL
49 Aldwych London WC2B 4DFWestminster

Installation of statue of Frank Sinatra on the pavement outside the theatre on Drury Lane for a temporary period of 12 months.

Refused
16 Jul 202626/04749/ADV
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Display of a non-illuminated scaffold wrap measuring 10.5m x 17.5m for a temporary period from 01 September 2026 to 01 December 2027.

Pending
Listed Building Consent
15 Jul 20262026/2932/L
37 Basement And Ground Floor Great Queen Street London WC2B 5AACamden

Proposed Underpinning Works to Basement Level Replacement Drainage and Manholes to Basement Level

Pending
14 Jul 202626/04692/LBC
49 Aldwych London WC2B 4DFWestminster

The replacement of the raked stage, enhancing sight lines to seating, and associated physical changes to the stage/back of house area.

Pending
7 Jul 202626/04509/NMA
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Amendments to planning permission dated 10 March 2025 (RN: 24/06619/FULL) for Reconfiguration and extension of the existing building, including: creation of double height rear courtyard extension, partial lowering of existing basement floor level, new ground floor entrance doors and first floor windows to principal frontages, works to lightwells, re-provision of, and extension to, existing rooftop plantroom, provision of plant equipment and plant screen, installation of a green roof and photovoltaic panels at roof level, provision of end of trip facilities and cycle parking, replacement of all windows, creation of hard and soft landscaping to the building and immediate surrounds. Namely, to allow minor refinements to some aspects of the proposed development, including but not limited to the design of the Montreal Place gates and low-level balustrades on Montreal Place, the roof profile and plant layouts, and the Agora / atrium canopies and doors.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission
3 Jul 20262026/2748/P
Victory House 30-34 Kingsway London WC2B 6EXCamden

Change of use from office (Class E) to hotel (Class C1). External works comprising replacement shopfront and doors at ground floor level, replacement windows throughout, minor alterations to rear facade, and new rooftop plant facilities with associated enclosure.

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
3 Jul 202626/04407/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Details of servicing management plan pursuant to condition 10 of planning permission dated 07 March 2026 (RN: 24/06619/FULL)

Pending
GPDO Prior Approval Determination
2 Jul 20262026/2680/P
58 Kingsway London WC2B 6DXCamden

Installation of 3 no. antenna on support poles together with 1 no. equipment cabinet and ancillary development thereto on the rooftop.

Permitted
1 Jul 202626/04349/LBC
Bush House 30 Aldwych London WC2B 4BGWestminster

Temporary cradle fixings, repointing and urgent Repairs required following cleaning works to Bush House.

Permitted
Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Works to a Listed Building
25 Jun 202626-00290-LDCP
Kodak House 65 Kingsway London WC2B 6TDCamden

Fit out the basement to provide: A series of rooms, small reception area, servery counter, three WC cubicles, associated circulation corridors and ancillary space. No structural alterations to the building, fully reversible.

Pending
22 Jun 202626/04092/LBC
11 - 13 Broad Court London WC2B 5PYWestminster

Repair and maintenance works including repair and repointing of masonry, repair and localised replacement of roof coverings, rainwater goods and drainage, repair and refurbishment of windows, doors and metalwork, and associated services rationalisation works, all on a like-for-like basis [site includes 11, 13, 15, 17 And 19 Broad Court]. Linked with 26/04091/FULL

Pending
22 Jun 202626/04091/FULL
11 - 13 Broad Court London WC2B 5PYWestminster

Repair and refurbishment works to the building fabric including repair and repointing of brickwork and stonework, repair and localised replacement of roof coverings and rainwater goods, repair and repainting of windows, doors and metalwork, and associated drainage and servicing works to existing buildings [site includes 11, 13, 15, 17 And 19 Broad Court]. Linked with 26/04092/LBC

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
19 Jun 202626/04061/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Details of planting scheme / soil details pursuant to condition 14 and 16 of planning permission dated 10 March 2025 (RN: 24/06619/FULL)

Pending
15 Jun 202626/03928/ADV
45 Great Queen Street London WC2B 5AAWestminster

Display of externally illuminated fascia sign measuring 0.83m x 11.25m; replacement film at entrance door measuring 0.51m x 1.44m; display of three letterings above ground from bottom edge each measuring 0.34m x 2.44m; and film letters at Wild street facade measuring 0.36m x 0.76m.

Refused
11 Jun 202626/03836/TCH
11 - 12 Russell Street London WC2B 5HZWestminster

Use of an area of the public highway measuring 16.9m x 3.8m for the placing of 22 tables and 44 chairs, 4 cantilevered parasols and 23 planters with glazed screens.

Refused
1 Jun 202626/03571/FULL
49 Aldwych London WC2B 4DFWestminster

Installation of temporary sculpture on the pavement for a period of 12 months in connection with Aldwych Theatre.

Pending
1 Jun 202626/03558/FULL
11 - 12 Russell Street London WC2B 5HZWestminster

Variation of condition 5 of planning permission dated 01 February 2023 (RN: 22/00822/FULL) for Use of an area of the public highway measuring 18m x 4m for the placing of 28 tables and 72 chairs, inclusive of 15 rope barriers in connection with the existing restaurant. NAMELY, to allow the placing of the tables and chairs and associated barriers for a further two years.

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
28 May 202626/03490/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Details of noise assessment report in relation to Plant and Machinery and Sound Insulation pursuant to conditions 26 and 27 of planning permission dated 10 march (RN: 24/06619/FULL).

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
19 May 202626/03280/ADFULL
9 Kean Street London WC2B 4AYWestminster

Details of how waste is to be stored, secure cycle storage; pursuant to condition 5 and 6 of planning permission dated 4th November 2025

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
18 May 20262026/0951/L
Shakespeare's Head 64-68 Kingsway London WC2B 6BGCamden

Replacement of ceiling-mounted glass racks and repositioning of pendant light.

Pending
Small
Advert Application (ADV)
20 Apr 202626/02613/ADV
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Display of non-illuminated hoarding measuring a total of 42.8m x 2.54m for a temporary period from 01 April 2026 to 30 September 2027.

Permitted
Listed Building Consent
20 Apr 20262026/1519/L
Space House 1 Kemble Street London WC2B 4ANCamden

Internal alterations to 8th & 9th floors of Space House.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission Application
31 Mar 202626/02141/FULL
49 Aldwych London WC2B 4DFWestminster

Upgrades and enhancements to the existing Fly Tower, including alterations to the external fabric of the Fly Tower structure at The Aldwych Theatre. (Linked with 26/02142/LBC)

Pending
Small
Listed Building Consent Application
31 Mar 202626/02142/LBC
49 Aldwych London WC2B 4DFWestminster

Upgrades and enhancements to the existing Fly Tower, including alterations to the external fabric of the Fly Tower structure at The Aldwych Theatre. (Linked with 26/02141/FULL)

Permitted
Small
Listed Building Consent
26 Mar 20262026/1180/L
Space House 1 Kemble Street London WC2B 4ANCamden

Internal Alterations to Twelfth Floor.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission Application
18 Mar 202626/01769/FULL
Ground Floor Australia House Strand London WC2B 4LAWestminster

Reconfiguration of the external paving and steps at the main entrance of Australia House. (Linked with 26/01770/LBC)

Pending
Small
Listed Building Consent Application
18 Mar 202626/01770/LBC
Ground Floor Australia House Strand London WC2B 4LAWestminster

Reconfiguration of the external paving and steps at the main entrance of Australia House to provide compliant step-free access.

Pending
Small
Full Planning Permission Application
13 Mar 202626/01660/FULL
Novello Theatre 5 Aldwych London WC2B 4LDWestminster

Alteration to the layout and rear elevation of the Novello Flat at Waldorf Chambers building.

Pending
Small
Advert Application (ADV)
11 Mar 202626/01591/ADV
India House Aldwych London WC2B 4NAWestminster

Display of a double-sided advertisement panel consisting of 2 LCD screens both measuring 2.1m x 1.34m capable of static and dynamic content display with automatic rotation of images (Bus Shelter Pavement Outside Bush House East Wing)

Pending
Small
Advert Application (ADV)
11 Mar 202626/01590/ADV
Bus Shelter Opposite India House Aldwych London WC2B 4DDWestminster

Display of double-sided LED screen, measuring 1.34m X 2.1m (Bus Shelter Pavement Outside The Waldorf Hilton)

Permitted
13 Feb 202626/00908/FULL
Clement House 99 - 101 Aldwych London WC2B 4JFWestminster

Replacement of air conditioning units at roof level with 7no. air source heat pumps, 3no. air handling units and associated ductwork and electrical installations.

Permitted
13 Feb 202626/00909/LBC
Clement House 99 - 101 Aldwych London WC2B 4JFWestminster

Replacement of air conditioning units on the rooftop of Clement House and associated ductwork and electrical installations.

Permitted
4 Feb 202626/00660/LBC
Crown Court Church Crown Court London WC2B 5EZWestminster

Replacement of one set of entrance timber doors, removal of window grilles at ground and first floor on North East elevation, installation of two banners, replacement of projecting sign, replacement of light fittings to North East and South West elevation, like-for-like repairs to masonry, brickwork and metalwork. [Linked to 26/01927/ADV]

Pending
Small
Approval of Details (Full PP)
4 Feb 202626/00651/ADFULL
South West Wing Bush House Strand London WC2B 4RDWestminster

Details of Vent details extract fumes before use pursuant to Condition 25 of planning permission dated 10 March 2025 (RN24/06619/FULL)

Pending
Small
Applic. to determine telecom. equipment
22 Jan 202626/00786/TELCOM
14 Kingsway London WC2B 6HAWestminster

Removal and replacement of 6no antennas (overall height 40.5m AGL) and other associated ancillary works thereto.