The Hackney Council Planning Sub-Committee met on 8 October 2025, to discuss several planning applications, including a large development at the Shoreditch Island Site, the construction of new residential dwellings on the Nye Bevan Estate, and the change of use of existing properties to children's homes at 38 Firsby Road and 15 Triangle Road. The sub-committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting, and also approved all of the planning applications that were discussed, with the exception of the application for 9 Clifden Road, which was deferred.

Here's a more detailed look at the key topics discussed:

Shoreditch Island Site Redevelopment

The sub-committee reviewed an application for the Shoreditch Island Site, bounded by Great Eastern Street, Singer Street and Tabernacle Street, London, EC2A, which sought permission for the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of a mixed-use development, including commercial space, an aparthotel, retail units, and residential units.

The committee resolved to grant conditional planning permission for the application.

Key points of discussion included:

• Heritage Concerns: The sub-committee considered the impact of the proposed development on the South Shoreditch Conservation Area, with concerns raised about the height of the tower and the demolition of a locally listed building.
• Affordable Workspace: The sub-committee discussed the provision of affordable workspace within the development, ensuring it met the council's policy requirements.
• Hotel Use: The sub-committee examined the proposed aparthotel, ensuring it would operate as a hotel rather than permanent residential accommodation, and that appropriate controls would be in place.
• Sustainability: The committee considered the sustainability aspects of the development, including energy efficiency and carbon reduction measures.
• Transport: The sub-committee discussed transport contributions and improvements to the cycle and pedestrian network.

Nye Bevan Estate Garages Redevelopment

The sub-committee reviewed an application for the demolition of existing garages on the Nye Bevan Estate and the construction of new residential dwellings, with associated amenities and public realm improvements.

The committee resolved to grant conditional planning permission for the application, subject to receipt of a satisfactory Road Safety Assessment and the completion of a Legal Agreement.

Key points of discussion included:

• Loss of Garages: The sub-committee considered the loss of the existing garages and the impact on parking in the area.
• Housing Mix: The sub-committee discussed the proposed housing mix, ensuring it met the needs of the community.
• Sustainability: The committee considered the sustainability aspects of the development, including energy efficiency and biodiversity enhancements.
• Road Safety: The sub-committee raised concerns about road safety and requested a Road Safety Assessment.

38 Firsby Road Change of Use

The sub-committee considered an application for a change of use from Use Class C3 (dwellinghouse) to Use Class C2 (children's home) at 38 Firsby Road.

The committee resolved to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and the completion of a legal agreement.

Key points of discussion included:

• Local Need: The sub-committee considered the identified local need for children's homes in the borough.
• Quality of Accommodation: The sub-committee discussed the quality of the proposed accommodation, ensuring it met the needs of the intended occupiers.
• Neighbouring Amenity: The sub-committee considered the impact of the proposed use on the amenity of neighbouring properties.

15 Triangle Road Change of Use

The sub-committee reviewed an application for a change of use from a single dwellinghouse to a children's care home at 15 Triangle Road.

The committee resolved to grant planning permission subject to conditions and completion of a Section 106 legal agreement.

Key points of discussion included:

• Local Need: The sub-committee considered the identified local need for children's homes in the borough.
• Quality of Accommodation: The sub-committee discussed the quality of the proposed accommodation, ensuring it met the needs of the intended occupiers.

9 Clifden Road Change of Use

The sub-committee reviewed an application for a change of use at 9 Clifden Road.

The committee resolved to defer the agenda item.

Delegated Decisions

The Planning Sub-Committee noted the Delegated Decisions by Ward 22-08-2025 to 25-09-2025 document for the period 22 August 2025 to 25 September 2025.