The Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 11 March 2026, confirming a Tree Preservation Order for an oak tree at 64 Kingsley Way, approving the demolition of a dwelling at 26 Renters Avenue to construct four flats, and approving the change of use of a property at 48 Babington Road to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). The committee refused an application for the retention of a change of use from two to three self-contained flats at 52 Greenfield Gardens.

64 Kingsley Way, London N2 0EW

The committee confirmed a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) for a mature oak tree at 64 Kingsley Way. The order was made following a notice to fell the tree, with officers assessing it as having veteran tree features and significant ecological value, making it an irreplaceable habitat under the National Planning Policy Framework. While the applicant argued the tree was in decline and posed a safety risk, officers disagreed, stating the tree was stable and could be managed through pruning rather than felling. The recommendation to confirm the order was approved by a vote of four to two.

26 Renters Avenue, London NW4 3RB

Permission was granted for the demolition of the existing dwelling at 26 Renters Avenue and the erection of a new two-storey building with a basement, light wells, and rooms in the roof space to create four self-contained flats. This approval follows a series of previous refusals for similar schemes, primarily due to concerns about poor outlook and light for basement units. The current proposal was deemed to have overcome these issues through revised internal layouts and stepped light wells. The application was approved by a vote of five to zero, with one abstention, subject to a Section 106 agreement for contributions towards tree planting and monitoring.

52 Greenfield Gardens, NW2 1HX

The committee refused an application for the retention of a change of use from two to three self-contained flats at 52 Greenfield Gardens. The application also included alterations to the rear garden layout, retention of fencing, new internal fencing and a footpath, and the retention of an outbuilding for ancillary use. The refusal was based on the grounds that the raised garden levels, associated fencing, and the overall height of the outbuilding were detrimental to the visual amenities of the neighbouring property at 50 Greenfield Gardens. This decision was reached by a vote of six to zero.

48 Babington Road, London NW4 4LD

Permission was granted for the change of use of 48 Babington Road from a single dwelling house to a five-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). This retrospective application had previously been refused due to concerns about the loss of a family home and poor public transport accessibility. However, updated information showed an improved Public Transport Accessibility Level (PTAL) rating, and an assessment of nearby HMOs indicated no harmful concentration. The application was approved by a vote of six to zero, subject to conditions including the provision of refuse and recycling storage and cycle parking.