The Planning Applications Sub-Committee of the City of London Council met on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, to consider a significant planning application for alterations and landscaping at No. 1 Poultry. The meeting's agenda focused primarily on this application, with additional items for information and future meeting dates.

No. 1 Poultry (25/01713/FULL and 25/01714/LBC)

The committee was scheduled to discuss a comprehensive proposal for the refurbishment of No. 1 Poultry, a Grade II* listed building located at Bank Junction. The application sought both full planning permission and listed building consent for external and internal alterations.

The proposed works included:

• Roof Level Alterations: External alterations and re-landscaping at roof level were planned, encompassing a new platform lift enclosure, office extensions to the north and south roof terraces, new office pavilions and a canopy, and the installation of new external plant, including air source heat pumps. The existing restaurant use at roof level was proposed to be removed and reconfigured to provide office floorspace, alongside the provision of a publicly accessible roof terrace. Fall protection measures and associated infrastructure at roof level were also part of the proposal.
• Building-wide Refurbishment: The plans also detailed the refurbishment and replacement of windows throughout the building. Changes to the layout of ground floor units and the office reception were included, along with new signage and wayfinding. New landscaping and floor finishes within the public realm were also scheduled for discussion.
• Internal Reconfigurations: Internally, the proposals included reconfiguration of the fifth floor to provide a security room and WC, and refurbishment of sixth-floor space to create a new office layout.

The report pack indicated that the application was for decision and had generated significant public interest, with numerous objections received, particularly from individuals involved in the building's original design and construction. These objections primarily focused on the impact on the building's architectural integrity, the proposed changes to public access, and the re-programming of spaces.

The report also detailed the extensive planning history of No. 1 Poultry, highlighting the building's controversial past and its eventual listing as Grade II* in 2016. The assessment of the current proposals involved careful consideration of the building's heritage significance, the proposed public benefits, and compliance with national and local planning policies, including the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and the City of London Local Plan 2015.

*Quarterly Planning Performance Report - Q3 2025/26

This item was scheduled for information only and was expected to be taken without discussion unless a member of the committee had specific questions. It was to be a report from the Chief Planning Officer and Development Director.

*Valid Planning Applications Received by the Environment Department

This was another item for information only, also presented by the Chief Planning Officer and Development Director.

*Delegated Decisions of the Chief Planning Officer and Development Director

This final information-only item was also to be presented by the Chief Planning Officer and Development Director.

Questions on Matters Relating to the Work of the Sub-Committee

This agenda item allowed for members to raise questions regarding the sub-committee's work.

Dates of Future Meetings

The committee was scheduled to note the dates of future meetings:

• The next meeting was planned for Wednesday, 6 May 2026, at 1:45 pm.
• An additional meeting was scheduled for Thursday, 28 May 2026, at 10:00 am, which would replace the Planning and Transportation Committee meeting originally scheduled for that time.

Any Other Business That the Chairman Considers Urgent

This item allowed for any urgent matters not otherwise listed on the agenda to be raised.

The information available indicates that the meeting was scheduled to discuss the proposed alterations to No. 1 Poultry, with a focus on the building's heritage significance, public access, and architectural integrity. However, the provided documents do not contain information about any discussions that took place or any decisions that were made during the meeting.