48 - 49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

This site has had 3 applications since 2017: 3 approved, 0 refused.

• 2026/2233/T Granted

  48 - 49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  REAR GARDEN: 1 x Lime (T1) - Crown lift epicormic growth to first branch union, 4m from ground level.

  Decided 19 Jun 2026 Trees
• 2017/0236/T Granted

  48-49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  REAR: 1 x - Lime: Raise canopy tp 5m from the ground up to the crown break , Reduce canopy by 3m in height and 2-3m from lateral branches back to previous points of reduction, and 1 x Tree of heaven: Reduce branches growing towards the building by 2-3m raise canopy to 4m

  Decided 9 Feb 2017 Trees

1. 3 May 2022

   Decision issued: No Objection to Works to Tree(s) in CA

2. 22 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Camden granted permission on 3 May 2022, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

Applications for works to trees cover protected trees: consent under a tree preservation order, or six weeks notice for trees in a conservation area. More in our guide to planning application types.

• 48 - 49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  2026/2233/T Submitted 2 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  REAR GARDEN: 1 x Lime (T1) - Crown lift epicormic growth to first branch union, 4m from ground level.

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• 48-49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  2017/0236/T 50 yards away

  REAR: 1 x - Lime: Raise canopy tp 5m from the ground up to the crown break , Reduce canopy by 3m in height and 2-3m from lateral branches back to previous points of reduction, and 1 x Tree of heaven: Reduce branches growing towards the building by 2-3m raise canopy to 4m

  Granted Trees

• 48 - 49 Russell Square London WC1B 4JY

  2010/2019/T 50 yards away

  DDD - REAR OF 48: 1 x lime - Reduce crown all round by 25-30% to previous reduction points, retain furnishing growth for crown continuity. Thin and clean out crown, remove deadwood, weak and suppressed branches and suckets. Lift canopy all round by 2m.

  Granted Trees

• 50-51 Russell Square London Camden WC1B 4JP

  2025/3203/P 50 yards away

  91% historically approved

  Details pursuant to condition 12 (mechanical ventilation) of planning permission ref 2023/5470/P dated 12/03/2025 for Deep refurbishment of existing building including new facades; erection of replacement roof extension with terrace to rear, reopening of lightwell to front and reconfiguration of entrance area; demolition of two storey outrigger and replacement with three storeys plus plant enclosure; single storey rear infill extension to existing car park with terrace above; erection of full height stair rear core extension.

  Awaiting decision Full applications Extension Roofing +1
  Small domestic

• 50-51 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  2026/2540/P Submitted 18 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  Non-material amendment to planning permission ref. 2023/5470/P (dated 13/03/2025) for: Deep refurbishment of existing building including new facades; erection of replacement roof extension with terrace to rear; reopening of lightwell to front and reconfiguration of entrance area; demolition of two storey outrigger and replacement with three storeys plus plant enclosure; single storey rear infill extension to existing car park with terrace above; erection of full height stair rear core extension. NAMELY for alterations to the front lightwell, ground floor entrances, fifth floor fenestration, plant enclosure, and rear terrace.

  Granted Amendments Extension Roofing +2 10 docs
  Small domestic

• 50-51 Russell Square London WC1B 4JP

  2026/2313/P Submitted 5 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  Details pursuant to Condition 7(e) (Lighting) of planning permission ref. 2023/5470/P (dated 12/03/2025) for: Deep refurbishment of existing building including new facades; erection of replacement roof extension with terrace to rear; reopening of lightwell to front and reconfiguration of entrance area; demolition of two storey outrigger and replacement with three storeys plus plant enclosure; single storey rear infill extension to existing car park with terrace above; erection of full height stair rear core extension.

  Granted Full applications Extension Roofing +1 9 docs
  Small domestic

• 2026/4032/T Awaiting decision

  37 Hollycroft Avenue London NW3 7QJ

  REAR GARDEN: 1 x Plum (T1) - Reduce crown of the vertical branch by up to 3m and the angled stem's crown by up to 1.5ms, both to suitable pruning points. 1 x Magnolia (T2 & T3) - Reduce overall crowns by approx. 20%, ??m removing crossing branches to improve the crown's structure and appearance. FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Japanese Acer (T4) - Reduce overall crown by approx. 1m, pruning back to suitable growth points. As an Arboricultural Approved contractor (#AC2626), all works will be undertaken in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations.

  Received 18 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• 2026/4061/T Awaiting decision

  9 Wedderburn Road London NW3 5QS

  DD 5 Day Notice REAR GARDEN: 1 x Judas (T1) - Fell to ground level. 1 x Elderberry (T2) - Fell to ground level.

  Received 18 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• 2026/4064/T Awaiting decision

  28 Albert Street London NW1 7NU

  DD 5 Day Notice REAR GARDEN: 1 x Unknown (T1) - Fell to ground level.

  Received 18 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• 2026/4028/T Awaiting decision

  16 Ferncroft Avenue London NW3 7PH

  REAR GARDEN: 1 x Beech (Fagus sylvatica) (T1) - Fell to ground level. 1 x Cypress (T2) - Reduce by approx. 3m - 4m in height and trim the remaining crown to shape.

  Received 17 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• 2026/4040/T Awaiting decision

  35 Hollycroft Avenue London NW3 7QJ

  REAR GARDEN: 1 x Acer (T1) - Crown lift to 5m above ground level to the boundary line.

  Received 17 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Trees