Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

This site has had 13 applications since 2024: 12 approved, 0 refused.

• 2025/5207/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Details of the Operational Management Plan (Condition 11) of planning permission 2025/0958/P dated 27/5/2025 (for: Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking)

  Decided 30 Jan 2026 Full applications
• 2025/3055/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Non-material amendment pursuant to Planning Permission Ref No. 2025/0958/P for ‘Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking.’ Namely, to incorporate exhibition display boards and associated infrastructure within the Cloisters, finalise the arrangement of the Whistler murals, amend the lighting display, widen the door from the South Cloisters lobby to the Bernard Katz garden room, replace the existing window overlooking the Provost dining terrace with a door and incorporate wayfinding and signage.

  Decided 3 Sep 2025 Full applications
• 2025/1719/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Part discharge of condition 5b (seats, drains and power points) and 5c (railings) of Planning Permission 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works)

  Decided 10 Jun 2025 Full applications
• 2025/0958/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking

  Decided 27 May 2025 Full applications
• 2025/0876/L Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent ref. 2024/3192/L dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking

  Decided 27 May 2025 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2025/1646/L Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Part discharge of condition 4b (seats, drains and power points) and 4c (railings) of Listed Building Consent 2024/3192/L dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works).

  Decided 22 May 2025 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2025/0962/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Discharge of condition 4 (tree protection method) of Planning Permission 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works)

  Decided 28 Apr 2025 Full applications
• 2025/0960/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Discharge of condition 5a (surface finishes) and part discharge of 5b (curbs and seats) of Planning Permission 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works)

  Decided 9 Apr 2025 Full applications
• 2025/0139/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Non-material amendment to alter the wording of condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works, including creation of sloped access to the Slade and Wilkins Building, replacement of roof lights on Slade Building, Installation of canopies and landscaping works in the Main Quadrangle, installation of plant and enclosure on the Wilkins Building roof, waterproofing works to the Chadwick Building basement, cycle parking, disabled parking, and associated works). Namely, changes to the requirements of part C relating to habitat creation and enhancement works.

  Decided 28 Jan 2025 Full applications
• 2024/3177/P Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Refurbishment and improvement works, including creation of sloped access to the Slade and Wilkins Building, replacement of roof lights on Slade Building, Installation of canopies and landscaping works in the Main Quadrangle, installation of plant and enclosure on the Wilkins Building roof, waterproofing works to the Chadwick Building basement, cycle parking, disabled parking, and associated works

  Decided 29 Nov 2024 Full applications

1. 9 Apr 2025

   Decision issued: Granted

2. 22 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

• 2024/3192/L Granted

  Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works

  Decided 29 Nov 2024 Heritage and listed buildings

Camden granted permission on 9 April 2025, 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.

Listed building consent is needed for works that affect the special interest of a listed building, and carrying out such works without it is a criminal offence. More in our guide to planning application types.

• University College London The South Quad Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2020/5699/P Submitted 17 Dec 2020 50 yards away

  Use of the temporary teaching facility in South Quad for a further four academic years (2020-2024).

  Granted Full applications 15 docs

• UCL Wilkins Quad Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2017/5801/P 50 yards away

  Submission of facing materials, artwork and lighting schedule details, as required by condition 3(a)-(c) of planning permission 2017/2934/P (dated 19/07/2017) for the 'Erection of two-storey temporary structure for use as teaching space (Class D1) for a period of 5 years'

  Granted Full applications

• UCL Wilkins Quad Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2017/5797/L 50 yards away

  Submission of facing materials, artwork and lighting schedule details, as required by condition 3(a)-(c) of listed building consent 2017/2945/L (dated 19/07/2017) for the 'Erection of two-storey temporary structure for a period of 5 years'

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings

• Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2025/5207/P Submitted 17 Nov 2025 50 yards away

  Details of the Operational Management Plan (Condition 11) of planning permission 2025/0958/P dated 27/5/2025 (for: Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking)

  Granted Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing +1 4 docs

• University College London Wilkins Quad Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2020/5131/P Submitted 4 Jan 2021 50 yards away

  Temporary installation of a marquee to be erected for a combined period of twelve months over the next 2 academic years (2020/2021 and 2021/2022 ) [part retrospective].

  Granted Full applications 8 docs

• Main Quadrangle and Wilkins Building Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

  2025/0958/P 50 yards away

  Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking

  Granted Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing +1

• 2026/3449/L Awaiting decision

  Alexandra & Ainsworth TRA Hall 100 Rowley Way London NW8 0SW

  Reconstuction of roof loggia and roof lantern drainage channel pursuant to planning permission ref 2023/3413/P and listed building consent ref 2023/4012/L granted on 18/12/2024, for various works of roof repair and replacement.

  Received 18 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2026/3087/L Granted

  205 Albany Street London NW1 4AB

  Installation of a free standing air source heat pump in the rear courtyard. Installation of an innovative, thin and flexible PV panels to the flat section of the roof

  Received 21 Jul, published by the council 24 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2026/4003/L Awaiting decision

  10 Sicilian Avenue London Camden WC1A 2QH

  Internal alterations to ground floor and basement level, including new partitions and mechanical ventillation.

  Received 16 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2026/4002/L Awaiting decision

  Flat A 4 Rowley Way London NW8 0SF

  Internal refurbishment including replacement of non-original kitchen and bathroom fittings, repair and refinishing of original internal timber joinery, replacement of floor finishes and internal redecoration.

  Received 16 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 2026/3990/L Awaiting decision

  Unison Centre 130 Euston Road London Camden NW1 2AY

  Repair and refurbishment works.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 21 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings