The Planning Committee of Hounslow Council met on Thursday 3 September 2026 to discuss several planning applications. The meeting was scheduled to cover applications for Gunnersbury Park, Victory Business Centre, 112-114 Burns Way, 150 Wood Lane, and 12 Longleat Way.

Gunnersbury Park

A significant portion of the meeting was scheduled to be dedicated to a proposal concerning Gunnersbury Park. The application sought temporary permission for the change of use of areas within the park for staging temporary events between 1 January 2027 and 31 December 2031. This would allow for up to 19 live event days per calendar year, with a total of 115 days including set-up, inactive, and removal days, as well as trackway usage. The proposal also included the erection of associated temporary structures, fencing, ancillary concessions, and facilities.

The report pack detailed extensive discussions and objections from residents and local groups regarding noise levels, loss of public access, the duration of the permission, and the cumulative impact on the park's grounds, heritage assets, and wildlife. Concerns were also raised about traffic, pollution, and the potential for anti-social behaviour.

Supporters of the application highlighted the need for investment, employment, and cultural life in the area, as well as the importance of the events in generating revenue for the park's upkeep, particularly as council funding is reducing. The applicant, Gunnersbury CIC, argued that a five-year planning permission was essential for securing long-term relationships with event promoters and for the park's financial sustainability.

The report also detailed the proposed mitigation measures, including noise level reductions, ecological management plans, and traffic management strategies. The committee was to consider the planning balance concerning the number of event days.

Victory Business Centre

The committee was scheduled to consider a proposal for the demolition and redevelopment of Units 1-4 and Units 7-8 at Victory Business Centre to create two residential blocks. Block A would be a six-storey building comprising 90 homes, and Block B would be a part three-, part four-, part five-storey building with 21 homes, totalling 111 new dwellings.

The report highlighted that the proposal would not include any on-site affordable housing, with a viability assessment submitted to demonstrate that the scheme could not viably support such a contribution. Concerns were raised by objectors regarding overdevelopment, the density of units, cumulative harm to local infrastructure, and impacts on the living conditions of neighbouring properties, including loss of daylight, sunlight, privacy, and increased noise.

The applicant's design was noted to continue the architectural identity established in earlier phases of the wider Victory Business Centre redevelopment. The proposal also aimed to achieve a significant reduction in carbon emissions, exceeding Building Regulations Part L compliant baseline targets.

112-114 Burns Way

A proposal for the erection of two two-bedroom bungalows at 112-114 Burns Way following the demolition of existing garages and an outbuilding was scheduled for discussion. The application was presented to the committee due to a call-in by a Councillor.

The report indicated that the scheme would create two family-sized units, with good design and a satisfactory level of accommodation. However, Transport officers had concerns regarding the parking bay serving No. 112 potentially causing conflicts during ingress and egress, encroaching onto the footpath. Despite these concerns, the report suggested the scheme was acceptable on balance, providing new family-sized units without causing neighbour harm.

150 Wood Lane

The committee was scheduled to consider a retrospective application for the retention of a single-storey rear conservatory at 150 Wood Lane. The conservatory measured 3m in depth, 3.65m in width, and 2.5m in height, attaching to a pre-existing single-storey rear extension, resulting in a cumulative depth of 6m beyond the rear of the original dwelling.

The site is located within the Osterley Park Conservation Area. The report noted that the conservatory was a modest addition and its retention would not result in harm to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area or the amenity of neighbouring residents. No objections had been received from consultees.

12 Longleat Way

The final planning application scheduled for discussion concerned 12 Longleat Way. The proposal was for the retrospective application for the retention of a single-storey rear conservatory. The conservatory measured 3m in depth, 3.65m in width and 2.5m in height, attaching to a pre-existing 3m deep single-storey rear extension, resulting in a cumulative depth of 6m beyond the rear of the original dwelling.

The site is within the Bedfont Green Conservation Area. The report stated that the conservatory was a modest addition and its retention would not harm the character and appearance of the Conservation Area or the amenity of neighbouring residents. No objections had been received from consultees.

The agenda also included standard items such as apologies for absence, declarations of interest, and the minutes of the previous meeting. The protocol for speakers was also outlined, detailing how members of the public or applicants could address the committee.