The Planning Committee of Harrow Council met on Wednesday 2 September 2026, discussing a range of planning applications. Key decisions included the refusal of a proposed development at 46 Flambard Road due to concerns over its height and impact on the street scene, and the approval of a change of use for The White House in Lowlands Road to a community health hub.

46 Flambard Road, Kenton, Harrow HA1 2NA

The committee refused planning permission for the conversion of 46 Flambard Road into four three-bedroom flats, with two-storey front, side, and rear extensions, and alterations to the roof. Councillor Marilyn Ashton, Chair of the Planning Committee, proposed the refusal, stating that the development, by reason of its height and scale on a corner plot, would appear overbearing and incongruous in the street scene, contrary to local and London Plan policies. Councillor Peymana Assad seconded the refusal, highlighting concerns about the character of the area. The refusal was unanimous.

The White House, Harrow On The Hill Campus, Lowlands Road, Harrow HA1 3AQ

Planning permission and listed building consent were granted for the change of use of the Grade II listed White House from an educational building to a community health hub, comprising GP surgeries and primary healthcare facilities. The proposal included external alterations, demolition of a conservatory, and associated works. Councillor Ashton noted that while there would be some harm to the heritage asset, it was outweighed by the public benefits of providing much-needed healthcare facilities and securing a viable long-term use for the building. The decision was granted unanimously.

22 West Drive, Harrow Weald, Harrow HA3 6TS

The committee deferred a decision on the retrospective planning application for 22 West Drive, which included a single-storey side and rear extension, garage conversion, and alterations to patio and garden levels. Councillor Michael Raven proposed the deferral to allow for a site visit, which was agreed unanimously. The application had faced objections regarding overlooking, privacy, and drainage.

51-53 Broadway, Stanmore, Harrow HA7 4DJ

Planning permission was granted for the conversion of the upper floors of 51-53 Broadway from office use to four residential flats, along with an enlarged ground-floor commercial unit and rear extensions. Councillor Ashton noted that while there were some minor concerns about the internal layout and headroom in some flats due to the building's constraints, the proposal represented a good use of a vacant building and provided much-needed homes. The decision was unanimous.

Old Schools, Church Hill, Harrow School, Harrow HA1 3HP

Listed building consent was granted for minor works at the Grade I listed Old Schools, part of Harrow School. The proposal involved repositioning existing boilers and associated works, including the formation of a new cupboard. Lucy Haile, the case officer, explained that the works would preserve the significance of the listed building. The decision was unanimous.

20 Harlech Gardens, Pinner, Harrow HA5 1JT

Planning permission was granted for a single-storey rear extension, conversion of a garage into a habitable room, and the installation of a side window at 20 Harlech Gardens. The applicant, Mr. and Mrs. Greaves, is employed by Harrow Council. The decision was unanimous.

96 Kenmore Avenue, Kenton, Harrow HA3 8PN

Two applications relating to 96 Kenmore Avenue were discussed. Planning permission was granted for a single-storey rear extension and external alterations. A Certificate of Lawful Development was also granted for alterations to the roof, including the formation of an end gable, a rear dormer with a Juliet balcony, rooflights, a window in the gable end, and the extension of a soil and vent pipe. The latter was deemed lawful development as it fell within permitted development rights under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. Both decisions were unanimous.