The Wandsworth Council Planning Applications Committee met on 19 February 2026, approving several planning applications and authorising enforcement actions. Key decisions included the approval of a retrospective application for a restaurant in Upper Tooting Road with amended operating hours for its extractor flue, the approval of roof extensions and terraces at several residential properties, and the authorisation of enforcement action against a 2.8m high fence in the Clapham Common Conservation Area and the unauthorised conversion of a house into multiple units in Roehampton Vale.

26A-26B Upper Tooting Road, Tooting Bec

The committee approved a retrospective application for a change of use from a takeaway and adult gaming centre to a restaurant, along with alterations to an existing flue. Councillor Annamarie Critchard, Ward Councillor for Tooting Bec, spoke on behalf of residents, raising concerns about noise from the flue, excessive operating hours, and waste management. While officers deemed the proposal acceptable with conditions, some councillors felt the noise mitigation measures did not go far enough. An amendment to restrict the flue's operating hours was proposed and subsequently withdrawn, followed by an alternative amendment to align the restaurant's and flue's operating hours, which was ultimately lost. The application was approved unanimously with conditions, including restrictions on flue operating hours.

First and Second Floors Flat 24 Cornford Grove, South Balham

This application for alterations, including hip-to-gable and mansard roof extensions, was approved unanimously with conditions. Objections from neighbours related to the impact on symmetry, character, and the perceived excessive height of the proposed extensions. Officers noted that similar alterations had been approved in the area and that the proposed changes would restore visual symmetry to the semi-detached pair.

Flat First Floor 34 Standen Road, Southfields

The committee unanimously approved an application for alterations, including the installation of French doors with safety railings and the creation of a second-floor roof terrace. This application was a renewal of a previously approved scheme. Neighbouring objections focused on loss of privacy, overlooking, noise, and the potential for the terrace to be out of character. Officers highlighted that the proposed terrace was located at second-floor level, away from neighbouring habitable room windows, and that the 1.7m high obscured glazing would mitigate privacy concerns.

67-85 Aslett Street, Wandle

This application sought permission for an additional second-floor extension to create seven new two-bedroom units. The proposal was approved unanimously with conditions and CIL liability. Concerns were raised by a member about the lack of affordable housing, the conversion of existing one-bedroom flats into studios, and the developer's lengthy history of holding planning permission without commencing development. The committee discussed the Council's ability to alter the statutory implementation period and the policy direction for affordable housing contributions on small sites. Neighbouring objections included concerns about loss of privacy, overlooking, noise, traffic impact, and the style of the development. Officers addressed these by noting that the proposed screening would mitigate overlooking and that the development met national space standards.

31-43 Putney High Street, Thamesfield

This application was a variation of a condition for a mixed-use development, primarily concerning alterations to floor plans, basement depth, and the introduction of a substation and air source heat pumps. The application was approved subject to a legal agreement and CIL liability. Objections from neighbours and The Putney Society centred on the appropriateness of a hotel in the area, traffic congestion, inadequate servicing arrangements, and the potential for overdevelopment. Transport for London raised concerns about the reduction in cycle parking provision. Officers addressed these by stating that the changes were minor in transport terms and that existing conditions regarding construction management and servicing plans would still apply. The proposed energy strategy, utilising air source heat pumps, was considered an improvement.

14-16 Treport Street, Wandle

The committee unanimously approved an application for mansard extensions and roof terraces to create two additional two-bedroom flats. Neighbouring objections focused on loss of daylight, sunlight, outlook, privacy, noise, and concerns about overdevelopment. Officers noted that the proposed extensions would not be highly visible from public views and that the 1.7m high opaque screening on the terraces would prevent overlooking. The proposal was considered to meet national space standards and to have acceptable sustainability credentials. A condition was recommended to ensure adequate refuse and recycling storage.

Enforcement Actions

The committee also considered several enforcement matters.

3 & 5 Hobbes Walk, West Putney

Enforcement action was authorised to secure the removal of unauthorised 2m high timber fences erected in the Dover House Estate Conservation Area. The fences were deemed to be out of character with the area and harmful to its special character.

22 Roehampton Vale, Roehampton Ward

Enforcement action was authorised to cease the use of the property as three separate units, including two short-term let units, and to return it to use as a single-family dwellinghouse. The conversion was found to be contrary to local planning policies protecting existing housing stock and regulating visitor accommodation.

50 Lavender Gardens, Lavender

Enforcement action was authorised to reduce the height of a 2.8m high timber fence along the rear garden boundaries to 2m. The fence was considered to be overbearing and visually intrusive to neighbouring properties.

174 St Anns Hill, Wandsworth Town

The committee resolved that it would not be expedient to take enforcement action against remaining internal ledges in an outbuilding. Officers concluded that these ledges, measuring between 10cm and 20cm in depth, caused no identifiable planning harm and that concerns about future use were addressed by existing conditions prohibiting the creation of an upper floor.

Decisions, Closure of Investigation Files, and Closed Appeals

The committee received reports for information on recent planning decisions made under delegated authority and by the committee, the closure of investigation files in January 2026, and a summary of appeals closed during January 2026. The appeals report indicated that out of 10 dismissed appeals, 10 were related to the installation of multifunctional communication hubs with advertising displays, which were found to harm the character and appearance of the areas. One appeal was allowed concerning a similar communication kiosk in Balham High Road.