The Strategic Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 13 November 2024 to discuss a planning application for Unit 7, Staples Corner Retail Park, Geron Way, London NW2 6LW. The committee granted planning permission for the demolition of existing buildings and the redevelopment of the site to provide a 26-storey purpose-built student accommodation scheme with ancillary commercial uses.

The main item on the agenda was the planning application for Unit 7, Staples Corner Retail Park, Geron Way, London NW2 6LW. The committee heard from planning officers and the applicant's agent before discussing the proposal. Ultimately, the committee voted to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and the completion of a Section 106 agreement. The application will also be referred to the Mayor of London due to its strategic importance.