The Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council is scheduled to convene on Thursday, 22 October 2026, to consider a range of planning matters. The agenda includes a review of planning applications, enforcement actions, and the confirmation of Tree Preservation Orders.

Planning Applications

The committee is scheduled to consider several planning applications.

Land to the rear of 14 Cromer Villas Road, SW18 1PN

A report is scheduled for discussion regarding an application for full permission to erect a three-bedroom residential unit on land to the rear of 14 Cromer Villas Road. The proposal includes landscaping, refuse, and cycle stores. This site is subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO). The application was previously refused and an appeal dismissed, with reasons relating to the loss of protected trees and insufficient amenity space. The current proposal aims to address these concerns by retaining all protected trees and providing enhanced private amenity space. Neighbouring residents have raised objections concerning the loss of green space, trees, biodiversity, and the impact on access arrangements. The Council's Arboricultural Officer advises that the development can proceed without unacceptable harm to retained trees, subject to conditions. The Council's Ecologist has also reviewed the ecological information and found it generally acceptable, with a requirement for off-site biodiversity units to address any shortfall.

Southfields Lawn Tennis Club, Gressenhall Road, SW18 1PQ

A report is scheduled concerning an application for full permission to replace the existing clubhouse at Southfields Lawn Tennis Club with a new, larger facility. The proposal includes associated landscaping. The site is subject to a Tree Preservation Order. Officers are recommending refusal of this application due to the unacceptable loss of several trees, including TPO-protected specimens, which contribute to the character and appearance of the area. The proposed replacement planting is not considered sufficient to compensate for the loss of established trees and screening. The report notes that while the new clubhouse would offer improved accessibility and facilities, the harm caused by tree loss outweighs these benefits.

Restaurant, 67-93 Balham Hill, SW12 9DP

The committee is scheduled to discuss an application to vary a condition attached to a previous planning permission. The proposed variation seeks to extend the opening hours of the drive-through facility from 08:00-23:00 Monday to Saturday and 08:00-22:00 on Sundays, to 05:00-00:00 Sunday to Thursday, and 05:00-02:00 on Friday and Saturday. The interior of the restaurant would remain closed to customers after 23:00. The report indicates that Environmental Health has no objection to the extended hours based on a technical assessment, but recommends a condition for a Noise Management Plan to mitigate potential impacts on neighbouring residents. The Metropolitan Police have noted little evidence of serious criminality directly attributed to the restaurant, and the site has a premises licence for the proposed hours.

28 Nightingale Square, SW12 8QN

A report is scheduled regarding a householder application for alterations to a two-storey dwelling, including the excavation of a basement with front and rear lightwells, and the erection of ground floor, first floor rear, and second floor dormer extensions. The property is located within the Nightingale Lane Conservation Area. The proposal aims to comply with local policies regarding basement development and extensions within conservation areas. The report notes that the proposed works would not be visible from the street scene, and that the scale and design are considered acceptable and would not harm the character or appearance of the conservation area. Neighbouring residents have raised objections concerning overdevelopment, loss of light, overshadowing, sense of enclosure, privacy, and potential impacts from basement excavation.

Enforcement

A report is scheduled concerning alleged breaches of planning control.

113 Gassiot Road, SW17 8LD

The committee is to consider a report recommending the authorisation of an enforcement notice regarding the unauthorised use of this property as short-term let accommodation. The use is alleged to have exceeded the 90-night limit permitted under The Deregulation Act 2015. The report details evidence gathered, including booking platform information, indicating the property has been used for short-stay accommodation for over 90 nights, contrary to national and local planning policies aimed at protecting the existing housing stock. The report concludes that enforcement action is expedient due to the loss of a family-sized home and the adverse impact on neighbouring amenities.

Tree Preservation Orders

The committee is to consider the confirmation of two Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs).

TPO 520/2026, 12 Princes Way, SW19 6QG

This TPO relates to one Scots Pine and one Yew tree in the rear garden of 12 Princes Way. The TPO was made following a pre-application submission for redevelopment of the site, and the trees are visible from the public realm. The Council's arboricultural officer reported the trees to be healthy and in good condition. No objections to the TPO have been received.

TPO 521/2026, 24 Swinburne Road, SW15 5EB

This TPO concerns one Poplar tree in the front garden of 24 Swinburne Road. The TPO was requested to protect this mature and significant tree, which is prominently visible from the public realm. A previous application for a significant reduction in the tree's height was refused, and the TPO was made to protect it. Subsequent applications for more moderate works to the tree have been approved. No objections have been received.

Other Reports

The committee will also receive reports on the closure of investigation files for alleged breaches of planning control during September 2026 and a summary of appeals closed during the same period.