HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

This site has had 5 applications since 2018: 4 approved, 1 refused.

• DC/23/130056 Granted

  HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  REAR (near mini golf): ONE London Plane (T174)(ht:approx.20m) FELL and replace. Reason: basal fungal brackets, declining physiological condition (loss of fine twigs, large areas of bark loss on upper branches seen from disabled parking area), resistograph results show very low resistance in the low stem holding wood hugely increasing the likelihood of failure; given the size of the tree, the proximity to the mini golf course, on higher ground than adjacent disabled parking area, the combination of the compromised strength and high footfall mean the tree must be removed to prevent health & safety issues in the future; a native species tree is proposed to be planted as a replacement. Informative A: the proposed replacement tree planting is hugely appreciated to maintain the treed setting and amenity of the Horniman Gardens. In view of the specimen trees and arboretum character of the gardens, a large canopy replacement tree is suggested with species such as: hornbeam, oak, wild service tree, London plane, cut leaved beech, Indian horse chestnut, wingnut, Japanese pagoda tree, golden rain tree. Informative B: where possible please continue to retain safe standing dead timber or create habitat wood piles on site and lay cut branches between stakes as a linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity.

  Decided 24 Feb 2023 Trees
• DC/19/113443 Granted

  HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  REAR(16 Wood Vale): ONE Oak (TX9)(ht 18m) FELL. Reason: Tree root induced clay shrinkage subsidence to rear element of adjacent property. Informative: John Cromar's Arboricultural Report considers a heave process could be started by the felling of the oak (para 4.8 ? 4.12 Heave, para 5 Conclusions). Informative: the Council apologises for the delay in issuing the decision notice due to coronavirus restrictions and it would be appreciated if the applicant would let near neighbours know of the tree works before they are undertaken as consultation letters were not sent out.

  Decided 12 Jun 2020 Trees
• DC/19/110468 Refused

  HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  Details submitted in compliance with Condition (3b) Fixed Plant Noise of the planning permission (ref. DC/17/104834) dated 26th January 2018 for the provision of a new enclosure to accommodate upgraded plant equipment at Horniman Museum And Gardens, 100 London Road SE23.

  Decided 6 Mar 2019 Full applications
• DC/18/109916 Granted

  HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  Main Entrance path, W of conservatory: ONE Horse Chestnut (T1629) LATERAL REDUCTION by 3m of lowest branch on E compass point over planting area, back to suitable growth point, CROWN LIFT to 4m-4.5m above ground level (to balance canopy). East of Band Stand, on bank: ONE Hornbeam (T1691) FELL (approx ht 8m, asymmetrical and suppressed by adjacent mature oak) Entrance path, SW Corner: TWO Lime and ONE Horse Chestnut (T1600, T1487 and T1488) CROWN LIFT to 5.5m (to reduce shade) Nature Trail, E side pond: ONE Hawthorn FELL, ONE Ash CROWN LIFT (G1)(Pond completely overshadowed by encroaching trees). Nature Trail, W side pond: ONE Birch FELL, ONE Willow FELL, ONE Yew REDUCE RADIUS by max 2m. (G1)(asymmetrical forms and overhanging pond) (RETAIN mature Birch). Nature Trail: ONE Willow FELL (G2)(heavy lean over footpath).

  Decided 10 Jan 2019 Trees

1. 8 May 2019

   Received by Lewisham

2. 22 May 2019

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 22 Jul 2019

   Decision issued: Granted

4. 20 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Lewisham granted permission on 22 July 2019, 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.

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• THE HORNIMAN MUSEUM & GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/26/144466 Submitted 22 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  83% historically approved · decision due ~23 Sep

  An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for Minor Material Amendments in connection with the Section 73 permission (DC/24/135693) dated 10 July 2024 in order to allow: removal of condition (20) PV panels from community space roof to gallery roof at Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23.

  Awaiting decision Amendments 3 docs

• THE HORNIMAN MUSEUM & GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/26/143238 Submitted 6 Mar 2026 50 yards away

  Internal and external upgrade improvement works of the existing CUE building, replacement of gas boiler with air-to-water source heat pumps, installation of a new mechanical ventilation heat recovery (MVHR), together with new floor insulation, draught proofing, sealing windows, air and box beams vents on the roof, new electrical cables and repairs to external timbers at Horniman Museum, 100 London Road SE23.

  Granted Full applications Windows or glazing 21 docs

• THE HORNIMAN MUSEUM & GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/26/143242 Submitted 6 Mar 2026 50 yards away

  Replacement of the existing gas cabinet air heater with air-to-air source heat pump (ASHPs) and air handling unit, located on the west side of the building, together with the replacement of acrylic triple layer polycarbonate, installation of new greenhouse thermal screens, new extract fan in the north elevation, together with draught proofing works and the electrical cables in the Butterfly House at Horniman Museum, 100 London Road SE23.

  Granted Full applications 25 docs

• THE HORNIMAN MUSEUM & GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/26/143750 Submitted 21 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  Details submitted pursuant to Condition 10-Digital Display of Listed Building Consent DC/23/130988 dated 30th August 2023 at The Horniman Museum & Gardens, 100 London Road SE23.

  Granted Full applications 5 docs

• HORNIMAN GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/25/142249 Submitted 25 Nov 2025 50 yards away

  REAR (nature trail): ONE Lime (T1)(approx ht.12m) LATERAL REDUCE SPREAD by 2m from 11m to 9m on E compass point, no height reduction. Reason: to give 2m clearance from the lamp column, pruning to suitable points to maintain natural aesthetic. REAR (nature trail): ONE Sycamore (T237)(approx.ht.12m) LATERAL REDUCE by removing dead stem. Reason: the stem has died, remove for health & safety reasons, the tree will remain. REAR (nature trail): ONE Sycamore (T264)(approx.ht.14m) LATERAL REDUCE by removing south stem which has died. Reason: the stem has died, remove for health & safety reasons, the tree will remain. REAR (nature trail): ONE Prunus (T3)(approx.ht.8m) FELL. Reason: strong eastward lean over the footpath that runs through the nature trail, poor physiological condition noted previously, lean appears to be worsening, replant with another prunus - see informative A below for alternative species. REAR (nature trail): Sycamore (T2) remove deadwood and stub ? exempt works. Informative A: the proposed replacement for Prunus T3 is greatly appreciated to maintain the woodland habitat for wildlife and visitors wellbeing, suggested alternative species to Prunus: alder buckthorn, grey or goat willow, hazel, purging buckthorn, elder. Informative B: to thank for retaining the treed character of the disused rail line for amenity, wildlife habitat and shade to reduce increasingly high summer temperatures due to climate change. Informative C: please continue creating habitat log piles with arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.

  Granted Trees 9 docs

• HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS, 100 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3PQ

  DC/23/130056 Submitted 24 Jan 2023 50 yards away

  REAR (near mini golf): ONE London Plane (T174)(ht:approx.20m) FELL and replace. Reason: basal fungal brackets, declining physiological condition (loss of fine twigs, large areas of bark loss on upper branches seen from disabled parking area), resistograph results show very low resistance in the low stem holding wood hugely increasing the likelihood of failure; given the size of the tree, the proximity to the mini golf course, on higher ground than adjacent disabled parking area, the combination of the compromised strength and high footfall mean the tree must be removed to prevent health & safety issues in the future; a native species tree is proposed to be planted as a replacement. Informative A: the proposed replacement tree planting is hugely appreciated to maintain the treed setting and amenity of the Horniman Gardens. In view of the specimen trees and arboretum character of the gardens, a large canopy replacement tree is suggested with species such as: hornbeam, oak, wild service tree, London plane, cut leaved beech, Indian horse chestnut, wingnut, Japanese pagoda tree, golden rain tree. Informative B: where possible please continue to retain safe standing dead timber or create habitat wood piles on site and lay cut branches between stakes as a linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity.

  Granted Trees 7 docs

• DC/26/145161 Awaiting decision

  3 CATFORD BROADWAY, LONDON, SE6 4SP

  An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a Minor Material Amendment in connection with planning permission (DC/224/138471) dated 05 March 2025:- in order to allow removal of Condition (4) Restricted Opening hours at 3 Catford Broadway, SE6

  Received 24 Aug, published by the council 26 Aug 2026 Amendments
• DC/26/145004 Awaiting decision

  31 OAKVIEW ROAD, LONDON, SE6 3QF

  An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a Minor Material Amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/25/141162) dated 18 August 2025 for the variation of Condition (2) Approved Plans in order to allow:- to enable permitted development first floor extension constructed above the ground floor outer wall at 31 Oakview Road SE6.

  Received 7 Aug, published by the council 8 Sep 2026 Amendments
• DC/26/144925 Awaiting decision

  LAND AT THE FORMER BELL GREEN GAS WORKS, BELL GREEN, LONDON, SE23 2QT

  Application submitted under Section 96A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for a non-material amendment to planning permission DC/23/133854 dated 7 March 2025 to amend the approved elevations through revisions to façade detailing, including horizontal banding and coloured brickwork treatments at ground floor level and around residential entrances, at Land at the Former Bell Green Gas Works, Bell Green, SE26.

  Received 31 Jul, published by the council 10 Aug 2026 Amendments
• DC/26/143860 Granted

  JUNO WAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE AND, ELIZABETH TRADING ESTATE, JUNO WAY, LONDON, SE14 5RW

  An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a Minor Material Amendment in connection with the planning permission (DC/23/134314) dated 12 March 2025, to vary Conditions 2 (Approved Plans) and 27 (Internal Floorspace): in order to allow design changes to the facades and roof and the removal of the first floor from the cafe building at Juno Way Industrial Estate and Elizabeth Trading Estate, Juno Way SE14.

  Received 29 Apr, published by the council 25 Jul 2026 Amendments
• DC/26/143416 Granted

  BLACKHEATH HOSPITAL - OUTPATIENTS CENTRE, WINCHESTER HOUSE, INDEPENDENTS ROAD, LONDON, SE3 9LF

  An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a Minor Material Amendment in connection with planning permission ( DC/01/049082) dated 20 August 2001 in order to vary the wording of Condition (2): to restrict the use of the premises for the sale of food and drinking within Class E(b) at Blackheath Hospital Winchester House Independents Road SE3.

  Received 20 Mar, published by the council 25 Jul 2026 Amendments