Planning application
25/01559/OBS
85, The Lift House, Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6HJ
Proposal
Refurbishment of existing Class E building including the creation of a roof level terrace space and the refurbishment of an existing terrace at rear first floor level, new windows to the front and rear elevation, replacement of mechanical plant and machinery at roof level, refurbishment of façade and improvements to the existing entrance.
As published by the council, reference 25/01559/OBS
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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6 Nov 2025
Received by City of London
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26 Jan 2026
Decision issued: No Objections to OBS
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24 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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