The Planning Committee of Harrow Council met on Wednesday 15 January 2025, granting planning permission for two applications and a listed building consent. The committee approved the change of use of a residential dwelling to a children's care home, and granted retrospective consent for the redevelopment of the Hillside site, including flats and the refurbishment of listed buildings.

67 Cavendish Avenue HA1 3RF (PL/1560/24)

The committee granted planning permission for the change of use of a residential dwelling at 67 Cavendish Avenue, HA1 3RF to a residential care home for up to four children. This application was approved by a majority vote, with Councillors Ashton, Baxter, Sumaria, Stevenson, and Brown voting in favour. Councillor Ali voted against the application, stating he had expressed concerns but did not provide a specific planning reason. Councillor Parekh abstained from voting.

Hillside, Brookshill, HA3 6RT (P/0490/22)

Unanimous approval was given for retrospective consent for the redevelopment of the Hillside, Brookshill, HA3 6RT site. This includes the construction of a three-storey building with seven self-contained flats, the demolition of the locally listed Hillside Mansion ruins, and the refurbishment and continued use of the locally listed Gardener's Cottage as a single dwelling. Consent was also granted for the refurbishment of the Grade II Listed Coach House and Stables as a single dwelling, along with retrospective works to the Ice House and Smithy. Associated landscaping, bin and cycle stores, and parking were also approved.

Hillside, Brookshill, HA3 6RT (P/0492/22)

Listed Building Consent was unanimously granted for internal and external alterations to the Grade II Listed Coach House and Stables at Hillside, Brookshill, HA3 6RT, along with associated curtilage listed buildings including the Ice House and Smithy. This consent is for part retrospective works.