The Planning Applications Committee of Wandsworth Council is scheduled to convene on Thursday 17 September 2026 to consider a range of planning applications and related reports. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on proposed developments across the borough, decisions made under delegated authority, and the closure of investigation files concerning alleged breaches of planning control.

Applications for Planning Permission

The committee's primary focus will be on reviewing several planning applications. A significant item on the agenda is the proposed change of use for Arch 79, Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Queens Circus SW11 8NE¹. This application, which has been deferred from previous meetings, concerns the potential use of the arch for food and drink, local community use, and as a drinking establishment. The report pack details extensive public and statutory consultee feedback, including concerns about noise, amenity impact, and heritage considerations, alongside the applicant's responses and proposed mitigation measures. The recommendation is to approve this application for a temporary period with conditions.

Another key application to be discussed is for 3 Southdean Gardens SW19 6NT². This householder application proposes significant alterations, including single-storey rear and two-storey side extensions, a rear mansard roof extension with dormer windows, and replacement of a front bay and porch roof. The report details numerous objections from neighbours concerning overdevelopment, scale, massing, and impact on amenity, alongside the applicant's amendments to address these concerns. The recommendation is to approve this application with conditions.

Members will also consider an application for Newcombe House 319 - 323 Battersea Park Road SW11 4LT³. This proposal seeks permission for the erection of a new floor of accommodation to create two two-bedroom flats, along with additional cycle and bin storage. The report addresses concerns regarding the principle of development, design, impact on neighbouring amenity, quality of accommodation, highways, flood risk, sustainability, waste management, and fire safety. The recommendation is to approve this application with conditions and note its liability for the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)⁴.

Additionally, the committee is scheduled to review the retention of the existing flower stall on the pavement facing the entrance to Junction Shop at Clapham Junction Railway Station, St Johns Hill SW11 2QP⁵. This application seeks temporary permission for two years. The report highlights extensive public support and objections, with particular focus on the stall's impact on pedestrian flow, highway safety, the character of the Clapham Junction Conservation Area⁶, and its relationship with future masterplanning for the station area. The recommendation is to approve this for a temporary period with conditions.

Finally, the committee will consider an application for 2 Worcester Gardens SW11 6LR⁷. This proposal involves alterations including a roof extension, extension of a three-storey back addition, formation of a roof terrace, a replacement rear dormer, a single-storey rear extension, and excavation for a basement with a rear lightwell. The report details objections related to structural integrity, overlooking, construction logistics, loss of light, and the overall proportionality of the development within the Clapham Common Conservation Area⁸. The recommendation is to approve this application with conditions.

Other Reports

The committee will also receive reports for information on recent decisions made under delegated authority and by the committee itself, detailing the number of applications approved and refused over recent months. A report on the closure of investigation files concerning alleged breaches of planning control during August 2026 will also be presented, listing cases where breaches were resolved, deactivated, or found to be not expedient to pursue. Finally, a report on appeals closed during August 2026 will be presented, indicating the number of appeals allowed, dismissed, or withdrawn, with specific details on the reasons for dismissal.