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239 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Highgate · updated daily · London Borough of Camden

Showing 1 to 5 of 239 · received or decided in the last 90 days

36 Highgate West Hill London N6 6LSAwaiting decisionREAR GARDEN: 1 x Red Oak (T1) - Remove any defective branch wood. Rebalance remaining crown by up to 2.5m to provide a tidy and balanced form.Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation AreaReceived 11 Nov 20262026/4980/T
Chester Road Hostel 2 Chester Road London N19 5BPAwaiting decisionDetails pursuant to condition 40B (Energy Monitoring) of planning permission ref. 2020/3461/P dated 11/5/21 as amended by 2025/2232/P dated 4/6/25, 2025/3881/P dated 27/11/25, 2026/1754/P dated 15/6/26 and 2026/2606/P dated 3/9/26 (for the Redevelopment of the site to include demolition of existing hostel building and the erection of a new hostel building (sui generis) formed of 3 x part 3, part 4 storey blocks with 2 x external stairwells arranged around a central courtyard. Associated works include installation of plant equipment, access arrangements and tree and landscaping works).Councils Own Approval of DetailsReceived 11 Nov 20262026/4801/P
33 Hampstead Lane London N6 4RTAwaiting decisionREAR GARDEN: 1 x Holly (T1) - Reduce crown over garden by 1m and shape remainder.Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation AreaReceived 11 Nov 20262026/4978/T
56 Cromwell Avenue Hornsey London N6 5HLAwaiting decisionT1 Sycamore of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth. TG1 Elder and Holly Group of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level and treat stumps to inhibit regrowth. TG3 Mixed spp. group of mostly Purple-leaved Plum, Elder and Viburnum with Mahonia and Holly of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report Works: Remove (fell) all except managed shrubs to near ground level and treat stumps to inhibit regrowth. Maintain currently managed shrubs at broadly no larger than current dimensions by periodic pruning. Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence damage at the subject property.Received 11 Nov 2026HGY/2026/3088
2 Southwood Avenue Hornsey London N6 5RYAwaiting decisionWe have two mature sycamore trees in our rear garden which are close to our house and we intend to get the trees pruned, reducing them by approximately 30%, equating to a 4m reduction. We wish to undertake this work to reduce the risk of them causing damage to our property, currently the tree branches are coming into contact with the building and causing damage to the roof.Received 10 Nov 2026HGY/2026/3073

Planning in Highgate

Approved: 91%; 785 of 832 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Highgate in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Camden's planning register.

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Around Highgate

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N6 638 applications in the last 12 monthsN19 262 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: London Borough of Camden

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About Highgate

Highgate is a suburban area located in north London, straddling the boroughs of Haringey, Camden, and Islington. Positioned at the north-eastern edge of Hampstead Heath, it is approximately 4.5 miles (7 km) north-north-west of Charing Cross, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to residential and community development.

The area around Highgate has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highgate planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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In the last 24 months, 1,020 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (250), full planning applications (92), discharge of conditions (43).

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highgate?

In the last 24 months, 1,020 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Highgate?

The average planning decision time near Highgate is 54 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Highgate?

The planning approval rate near Highgate is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Highgate?

The most common type of planning application near Highgate is tree works applications, with 250 submissions in the last 24 months.

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