Councillor Finna Ayres

Wandsworth Council

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The Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 21 January 2026, was set to cover a range of significant housing matters. Key discussions were anticipated regarding the development of new council homes at Battersea Power Station and the ongoing renewal of the Alton Estate. The committee was also scheduled to review the Housing Revenue Account budget, including proposed rent increases, and receive an update on the use and standards of temporary accommodation. Additionally, a report from the Social Housing Improvement Task and Finish Group was to be presented, alongside an independent report into the Fox House fire.

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The Planning Applications Committee meeting on 20 January 2026 saw the approval of several significant development proposals, including residential units in Balham and Mitcham Road, and a substantial expansion of the Vivienne Westwood studios in Elcho Street. The committee also confirmed three Tree Preservation Orders and noted recent planning decisions and closed investigation files.

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The Conservation and Heritage Advisory Committee met to discuss several planning applications and review recent decisions. The committee unanimously objected to applications for Chivalry Hall and Land South of Tudor Lodge Health Centre, while unanimously supporting proposals for Putney Methodist Church and 110-112 Putney High Street.

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The Wandsworth Council Planning Applications Committee is scheduled to meet on 18 December 2025. The committee is expected to discuss several planning applications, alleged breaches of planning control, and a proposed Tree Preservation Order (TPO). They will also review recent planning decisions, closed investigation files, and closed appeals.