The Planning and Development Control Committee of Hammersmith and Fulham Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026, approving five planning applications. These included a new residential development on land between Sandilands Road and Pearscroft Road, the construction of three new homes on Barclay Close, retrospective permission for alterations at 495-497 Fulham Road, and significant works to Gasholder No. 2 at Fulham Gas Works, which also included listed building consent.

Land Between Sandilands Road and Pearscroft Road, Fulham

The committee granted planning permission for the demolition of existing garages and sheds and the erection of a part four, part five-storey building to provide 38 residential flats. The development will include solar panels, green roofing, and air source heat pumps. The proposal was approved subject to conditions and the completion of a satisfactory legal agreement. The decision was unanimous, with Councillor Ross Melton not voting due to joining the meeting late.

Barclay Close, London SW6 5QG

Planning permission was granted for the redevelopment of the site to erect three three-storey single-family dwellinghouses with associated parking, access, landscaping, and public realm improvements. The development will be 100% affordable, comprising one social rent and two shared ownership units. All units will be built to M4(2) accessible and adaptable standards. The decision was unanimous, with Councillor Ross Melton not voting due to joining the meeting late.

495-497 Fulham Road, London SW6 1HH

Retrospective planning permission was granted for the retention of a single-storey rear extension and the reduction in size of a ground-floor window. The application also included the replacement of existing timber gates and fencing with new metal gates, a brick pier, and a 1.8m high brick wall facing Maxwell Road, along with the installation of a louvred aluminium cover for the bin store. The committee voted to approve the application with six votes in favour and one against, with no abstentions. Concerns were raised about retrospective development, and the committee agreed that this should be minimised.

Fulham Gas Works, Imperial Road London

The committee granted planning permission and listed building consent for extensive works to Gasholder No. 2, a Grade II* listed structure. The proposals involve dismantling, refurbishing, and reinstating parts of the gasholder in a new configuration as an integrated feature of the wider landscaped park. This includes the permanent removal of some degraded components, infilling of the existing void, and the incorporation of replacement parts. The works aim to conserve the historic fabric and provide heritage and public benefits by creating a centrepiece for the public space, drawing from the site's industrial heritage. The decision for the full planning permission was unanimous, while the listed building consent was approved with six votes in favour, zero against, and one abstention.

The committee also resolved that the Director of Planning and Property, in consultation with the Assistant Director of Legal Services and the Chair of the Committee, be authorised to make minor changes to the proposed conditions and legal agreements for all approved applications.