The Hillingdon Planning Committee met on Wednesday 11 March 2026 to discuss several planning applications. Key decisions included the approval of a single-storey extension at 4 Napier Close, outline planning permission for a large residential and commercial development at Land at HPH2, HPH5, and Multistorey Car Park, and variations to existing planning permissions for developments at Land at Avondale Drive and Land at Austin Road.

4 Napier Close, West Drayton

The committee approved the erection of a single-storey wrap-around extension to the side and rear of the property at 4 Napier Close, along with amendments to its fenestration. The application, reference 64326/APP/2025/3020, was recommended for approval by officers. Despite objections raised by local residents concerning potential loss of light, overshadowing, overbearing impact, and increased parking pressure, the committee ultimately voted to approve the application. Concerns about the property potentially being used as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) were noted, with officers advising that such a use would require a separate planning application and that any licensing breaches should be reported to the relevant council department. The existing structures on the site were considered a material fallback position.

Land at HPH2, HPH5, and Multistorey Car Park, Hyde Park Hayes

Outline planning permission was granted for the demolition of existing buildings and the phased delivery of a residential development (Class C3), flexible commercial/community floorspace, new public realm, landscaping, play space, car parking, and cycle parking at Land at HPH2, HPH5, and the Multistorey Car Park in Hyde Park Hayes. The application, reference 79625/APP/2025/2128, was recommended for approval subject to a Section 106 legal agreement and conditions. The agreement includes provisions for affordable housing, health contributions, air quality mitigation, carbon offset contributions, public open space, active travel zone contributions, Transport for London contributions, and parking permit restrictions. Members discussed the site's potential for redevelopment, its proximity to Hayes Town Centre and Hayes & Harlington Station, and the proposed housing mix, including a commitment to 15% family housing. Concerns were raised regarding the deliverability and quality of open spaces, which officers stated would be addressed through conditions and a revised Design Code.

Land at Avondale Drive, Wood End

The committee approved an application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to vary several conditions of a previous planning permission (ref. 76551/APP/2021/4502) for the redevelopment of the Avondale Drive Estate. The variations sought to increase the number of homes, remove the existing parking court, increase podium size, revise the height strategy, remove vehicle access in one area to create a new public square, and amend landscaping and community facility provisions. The approved amendments will facilitate an increase of 56 dwellings, including up to 33 additional affordable homes, and a reduction in parking provision. A Section 106 legal agreement will be varied to reflect these changes, including increased contributions towards healthy streets and active travel zones, and a reduced contribution for public open space and children's play space. Members discussed the transport impacts, including potential parking displacement and the proposed parking management scheme, as well as air quality contributions.

Land at Austin Road, Hayes Town

A Section 73 application to vary conditions of existing planning permissions (refs. 76550/APP/2023/2931 and 76550/APP/2021/4499) for the redevelopment of land at Austin Road was approved. The variations include an increase in the number of homes by 62, with 31 additional affordable homes, and changes to the layout, scale, and height of development. The proposals also involve a reduction in parking, an amendment to the scale of the street, and the relocation and increase in size of the community facility. The application was recommended for approval subject to a Section 106 legal agreement and conditions. The agreement includes variations to affordable housing provisions, increased contributions towards healthy streets, active travel zones, healthcare, and canal-side improvements. Members discussed the impact on heritage assets, with officers concluding that the public benefits of the development would outweigh the less than substantial harm identified. The design approach, including increased building heights, was considered appropriate for the town centre location. The provision of community space and play space was also discussed, with the proposed increase in community facility size and earlier delivery being noted as a public benefit.

The meeting, which commenced at 7.00 PM, concluded at 8.37 PM.