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Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday, 21 July 2026 - 7.30 p.m.
July 21, 2026 Planning Applications Committee View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
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The Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council met on Tuesday 21 July 2026, deferring a decision on a change of use application for Arch 79, Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Queens Circus, SW11 8NE, due to outstanding noise assessment information. The committee approved a change of use for the ground floor of Jessica House, 10 Red Lion Square, SW18 4LS, to a laser tag venue, subject to specific conditions, and also confirmed two Tree Preservation Orders.
Arch 79, Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Queens Circus, SW11 8NE
The committee unanimously agreed to defer a decision on the application for Arch 79, Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Queens Circus, SW11 8NE. This deferral was requested to allow for further consideration of new information submitted by local residents, including a further noise assessment. Councillor Worrall declared a non-registrable interest in this application due to having previously spoken in support of it, and therefore did not participate in the discussion. The committee noted that a comprehensive report covering all aspects of the application would be presented at a future meeting.
Ground Floor Jessica House, 10 Red Lion Square, SW18 4LS
The committee approved, by a vote of 5 for, 4 against, and 1 abstention, the change of use of the ground floor of Jessica House, 10 Red Lion Square, SW18 4LS, from office space (Class B1a) to an indoor recreation use (Class E(d)), specifically for a laser tag venue. This decision was made subject to the inclusion of an additional planning condition requiring the submission of a delivery and servicing plan to control the manner and timings of deliveries. An informative was also added, welcoming the operator's commitment not to sell or allow alcohol on the premises, and stating that this is expected to remain in place. Councillor Davies, the local ward councillor, had raised significant objections on behalf of residents concerning noise, vibration, traffic, anti-social behaviour, and fire safety. Officers presented a Noise Impact Assessment and Noise Management Plan, which they deemed satisfactory, and noted that extensive insulation measures were proposed. Concerns about vibrations were addressed by a condition requiring any ramps or platforms to be fixed to the floor, not the walls. The proposed opening hours were set between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm on weekdays during term time, and 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekends, with earlier closing times outside of school terms.
Tree Preservation Orders
The committee unanimously resolved to confirm two Tree Preservation Orders: TPO 518/2026 for a Silver Birch tree at 20 Dryburgh Road, SW15 1BL, and TPO 519/2026 for a Yew tree and a Holm Oak tree at the Grounds of The Lodge, Minstead Gardens, SW15 4EE. No objections were received for TPO 518/2026. For TPO 519/2026, an objection was received from the applicant/agent citing concerns about the trees' proximity to listed buildings and perceived damage, but the council's tree officer deemed the trees healthy and suitable for protection.
Other Decisions
The committee also received reports for information on:
- Minutes - 25th June 2026: Confirmed as an accurate record.
- Decisions (Paper No. 26-166): Noted the report on recent planning application decisions.
- Closure of Investigation Files (Paper No. 26-167): Noted the report on the closure of investigation files for breaches of planning control.
- Closed Appeals (Paper No. 26-168): Noted the report on appeals closed during June 2026. The Head of Development Management commented on a perceived trend of inspectors placing less importance on developments in conservation areas.
Applications 3 (2026/0842) and 4 (2026/1169) at 8 Henderson Road, SW18 3RR, were withdrawn by the applicant. Application 5 (2026/1274) at 21 Alma Road, SW18 1AA, was unanimously approved subject to a legal agreement concerning waste management arrangements.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Closure of Investigation Files (Paper No. 26-167)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council received a report for information on 21/07/2026. The report detailed the closure of investigation files following allegations of breaches of planning control.
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Closed Appeals (Paper No. 26-168)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Wandsworth Planning Applications Committee received a report for information on 21 July 2026. The report detailed appeals closed between 1 June 2026 and 30 June 2026, with seven appeals allowed and seven dismissed.
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Decisions (Paper No. 26-166)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council received a report for information on 21/07/2026. The report detailed recent planning application decisions made under delegated authority and by the committee. The committee received the report for information.
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Minutes - 25th June 2026
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council confirmed the minutes of their meeting held on 25th June 2026 as a correct record on 21st July 2026.
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Tree Preservation Orders (Paper No. 26-165)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Applications Committee decided to confirm two Tree Preservation Orders on 21/07/2026. The committee confirmed TPO 518/2026 for a Silver Birch at 20 Dryburgh Road SW15 1BL and TPO 519/2026 for a Yew and a Holm Oak at the Grounds of The Lodge, Minstead Gardens SW15 4EE.
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Applications (Paper No. 26-164)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Applications Committee decided to defer application 1 (2026/0584) to allow for further consultation with the Council's Environmental Health Officer. The Committee granted planning permission for application 2 (2026/0433) subject to an additional condition requiring a delivery and servicing plan and an informative regarding alcohol sales. Applications 3 (2026/0842) and 4 (2026/1169) were withdrawn by the applicant. Planning permission was granted for application 5 (2026/1274).
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Declarations of Interest
Recommendations ApprovedThe Wandsworth Planning Applications Committee approved recommendations on 21/07/2026. Councillor Worrall did not participate in the discussion or vote on Application 1 due to a previous statement. Councillor Cooper declared her membership of the London Assembly.
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