The Planning and Development Control Committee meeting on Tuesday 9 June 2026 saw the approval of several planning applications, including variations to existing permissions and new developments. Key decisions included the approval of a financial contribution in lieu of on-site affordable housing at 10B Shepherds Bush Road, the conversion of an educational building into residential units at 1-3 Chesilton Road, and the redevelopment of Wendell Court for residential use.

Five Star Car Wash, 10B Shepherd's Bush Road

The committee approved a variation to a previous planning permission for the redevelopment of 10B Shepherd's Bush Road¹. The original permission from 2017 was for 30 residential units and an office unit, with a requirement for nine affordable housing units on-site. The current proposal sought to change the use of the approved office space in the basement into two self-contained residential units (a studio and a one-bedroom flat) and to provide a financial contribution of £2.3 million for off-site affordable housing provision instead of the on-site requirement.

Neil Egerton, team leader for North Area Development Management, explained that the applicants had been unsuccessful in finding a provider for the nine affordable units or an occupier for the office space. Charles Lee, speaking on behalf of the applicant, Kiche Properties Shepherds Bush Limited, confirmed that the £2.3 million contribution was based on the council's viability consultants' assessment. Councillor Ross Melton, the ward councillor, expressed disappointment that the units could not be delivered as social housing within his ward but congratulated officers on negotiating the financial contribution. The committee voted to approve the recommendation, subject to the completion of a satisfactory legal agreement and conditions.

1-3 Chesilton Road

The committee approved the change of use of a vacant educational building at 1-3 Chesilton Road² to provide 12 self-contained flats. The proposal also included partial demolition, a single-storey side extension, alterations to the roof, windows, and doors, and the creation of external amenity space. A financial contribution of £469,622 was agreed towards off-site affordable housing provision, as the scheme was below the threshold for on-site affordable housing. Councillor Wesley Harcourt raised concerns about the housing mix and the lack of private amenity space for some units, while Councillor Victoria Brignall inquired about ventilation during heatwaves, which was addressed by the officer noting that upper-level windows would remain openable. The application was approved subject to conditions and a legal agreement.

Wendell Court, 16-20 Wendell Road

The committee approved the change of use of Wendell Court³ from a cookery school to provide nine residential units. The proposal included partial demolition, redevelopment, solar panels, air source heat pumps, and terraces. Six objections were received concerning noise, disruption during works, overdevelopment, parking, loss of privacy, and quality of accommodation. Officers determined there was no adverse harm identified regarding outlook, privacy, daylight, or sunlight. The scheme was below the threshold for affordable housing, but a financial contribution of £320,000 was negotiated for public realm improvements, environmental initiatives, and affordable housing. The units would be car-free, secured by a legal agreement. Councillor Adrian Pascu-Tulbure questioned the Public Transport Accessibility Level (PTAL) calculation, suggesting it was underestimated given the proximity to bus routes. Officers acknowledged the methodology could be blunt but confirmed it was the accepted standard. The application was approved subject to conditions and a legal agreement.

117-123 King Street

Permission was granted for the erection of an additional floor at roof level and rear extensions at first, second, and third floors at 117-123 King Street⁴, to create seven self-contained flats. The proposal also included roof terraces, external staircases, solar panels, and alterations to the shopfront to form a residential entrance. Objections were received concerning the impact on the conservation area, increased density, traffic, environmental nuisance during construction and operation, and residential amenity. Officers addressed these concerns, noting that the additional floor was set back to minimise visual impact and that the scale respected the existing street scene. A financial contribution of £248,888 was agreed for community safety, public realm improvements, and environmental initiatives. The new units would be car-free. Councillor Molly Mantle requested copies of the finalised construction logistics and management plans, which officers agreed to provide. The application was approved subject to conditions and a legal agreement.

Flat First Floor, 126 Iffley Road

The committee approved the erection of a rear roof extension and a second-floor rear extension at 126 Iffley Road⁵, along with rooflights and a small roof terrace. The property is located within the Bradmore Conservation Area. Eight objections were received, raising concerns about loss of light, privacy, noise, overdevelopment, and impact on the terrace's uniformity. Amendments were made to include obscure glazing for the side elevation window and non-opening restrictions below 1.7 metres to mitigate overlooking. The officer's report concluded that the proposals were of acceptable appearance and would not significantly harm neighbouring residential amenity. The application was approved subject to conditions.

Flat D Second Floor, 13 Batoum Gardens

Permission was granted for a rear roof extension, a second-floor rear extension, a roof terrace, and front rooflights at 13 Batoum Gardens⁶. The property is within the Melrose Conservation Area. Objections were raised concerning loss of privacy, noise, structural concerns, and the scale of the development. Officers noted that structural matters were governed by building regulations and that the proposed works were similar in scope to previously approved applications. A condition was added to protect a notable mural on the flank wall of the property during construction, following a request from Councillor Ross Melton and seconded by Councillor Victoria Brignall. The application was approved subject to conditions, including the new condition regarding mural protection.

Five Star Car Wash, 10B Shepherd's Bush Road

The committee approved a variation to a previous planning permission for the redevelopment of 10B Shepherd's Bush Road⁷. The variation sought to change the use of the approved office unit in the basement into two self-contained residential units (a studio and a one-bedroom flat) and to provide a financial contribution of £2.3 million for off-site affordable housing provision instead of the on-site requirement. Neil Egerton, team leader for North Area Development Management, explained that the applicants had been unsuccessful in finding a provider for the nine affordable units or an occupier for the office space. Charles Lee, speaking on behalf of the applicant, Kiche Properties Shepherds Bush Limited, confirmed that the £2.3 million contribution was based on the council's viability consultants' assessment. Councillor Ross Melton, the ward councillor, expressed disappointment that the units could not be delivered as social housing within his ward but congratulated officers on negotiating the financial contribution. The committee voted to approve the recommendation, subject to the completion of a satisfactory legal agreement and conditions.