172-174 Balham High Road SW12 9BW

1. 25 Oct 2019

   Received by Wandsworth

2. 15 Nov 2019

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 19 Dec 2019

   Decision issued: Refuse

4. 20 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

The council refused this application for the reasons set out on the decision notice, which the council portal holds in full. Only the applicant can appeal a refusal; the time limit runs from the decision date and is shorter for householder schemes.

Refusal does not prevent a fresh attempt. Applicants often address the reasons for refusal and resubmit, so a refused scheme is not necessarily the end of proposals for the site.

Advertisement consent controls signs, hoardings and other adverts. The council may only judge two things: amenity, meaning the effect on the appearance of the building and area, and public safety, chiefly whether a sign distracts road users or obstructs sight lines. Other planning considerations, such as competition between businesses, do not apply.

More on advertising applications in our guide

• 172-176 Balham High Road SW12

  2013/0038 Submitted 4 Jan 2013 7m away

  Demolition of existing three-storey building at 176 Balham High Road and replacement with four-storey building with rear extensions, in connection with use of 172-176 as retail (Class A1) at ground floor, leisure (Class D1) at first floor and 9 residential units (1 x studio, 3 x 1-bed and 5 x 2-bed).

  Withdrawn Full applications Extension Demolition 22 docs

• 172-174 Balham High Road SW12 9BW

  2026/2650 Submitted 31 Jul 2026 7m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~25 Sep

  Display of 2 x new proposed roundel inside the existing glazing, and 1 x new digital screen position, new manifestation dots, vinyl pattern to windows, red LED keyline internal illumination to perimeter of shopfront glazing.

  Awaiting decision Windows or glazing

• 176 Balham High Road SW12 9BW

  2025/0503 Submitted 17 Feb 2025 16m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~24 Apr

  Details of roof terrace screening and Landscape & Ecological Enhancement and Management Plan pursuant to conditions 3 & 9 dated 24/06/2024 ref 2023/2181 Alterations including the retention and alteration of second floor rear extensions with roof terraces above the back addition, in connection with the provision of 9 residential units (5 x 1-bed / 4 x 2-bed); alterations to the ground and level 1 to remove lift shaft, with minor reconfigurations at ground and level 1, in connection with the provision of required cycle storage and new rear external stairs (part- retrospective).)

  Awaiting decision Full applications Extension 10 docs

• 176 Balham High Road SW12 9BW

  2026/1365 Submitted 9 Apr 2026 17m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~26 Jun

  Details of Solar Panels, Air-Source Heat Pump, CO2 Emission, Water Usage pursuant to conditions 5, 6, 11, 12 of planning permission dated 24/06/2024 ref 2023/2181 (Alterations including the retention and alteration of second floor rear extensions with roof terraces above the back addition, in connection with the provision of 9 residential units (5 x 1-bed / 4 x 2-bed); alterations to the ground and level 1 to remove lift shaft, with minor reconfigurations at ground and level 1, in connection with the provision of required cycle storage and new rear external stairs (part-retrospective).)

  Awaiting decision Full applications Extension 12 docs

• Flat First Floor A 1 Ramsden Road SW12 8QX

  2026/1381 Submitted 13 Apr 2026 31m away

  Alterations including erection of first floor rear extension.

  Granted Full applications Extension 12 docs

• Bus Shelter Outside 162-164 Balham High Road SW12 9AU

  2026/0250 Submitted 19 Jan 2026 36m away

  Display of 2 x Internally Illuminated sequential advertisement screens, with static and dynamic content display capability and automatic rotation of images.

  Granted Advertising 8 docs

• 2026/0037 Granted

  82 Wandsworth High Street SW18 4LB

  Installation of external lighting to illuminate existing hand-painted mural on the flank wall.

  5 Jan 2026 Advertising
• 2026/3011 Awaiting decision

  Harris Academy Battersea 401 Battersea Park Road SW11 5AP

  Display of non-illuminated fascia sign for the new sports hall.

  21 Aug 2026 Advertising
• 2026/2975 Awaiting decision

  SHILLINGTON AND FALCON PARK Cabul Road SW11 2FT

  This application seeks consent for the continued display of temporary advertisements and signage associated with events, activities and facilities within Shillington and Falcon Park for the period 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031. The proposed advertisements comprise a range of temporary banners, signs, flags, A-boards, freestanding display units and event branding associated with community events, cultural activities, sporting events, markets, recreational programmes and park facilities. The advertisements will primarily provide event information, wayfinding, operational guidance and promotional material relating to activities taking place within Shillington and Falcon Park. Signage will be located at established advertising positions throughout the park, including entrance gates, event sites, sports facilities, concession areas and other designated event locations. Advertisements will vary in size, design and material depending on the specific event or activity but will remain temporary in nature and displayed only for the period necessary to support individual events and park operations. The application includes advertising associated with: Event and activity banners Directional and wayfinding signage Sports, recreation and facility signage Temporary event branding Community event and market signage Freestanding display units and flags Illuminated and non-illuminated signage where appropriate All advertisements will be displayed in accordance with the Agreement for the Hire of Shillington and Falcon Park and in line with the supporting plans and appendices submitted as part of this application.

  18 Aug 2026 Advertising
• 2026/2976 Awaiting decision

  Tooting Common Tooting Bec Road London SW16 1RU

  This application seeks consent for the continued display of temporary advertisements and signage associated with events, activities and facilities within Tooting Common for the period 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031. The proposed advertisements comprise a range of temporary banners, signs, flags, A-boards, freestanding display units and event branding associated with community events, cultural activities, sporting events, markets, recreational programmes and park facilities. The advertisements will primarily provide event information, wayfinding, operational guidance and promotional material relating to activities taking place within Wandsworth Park. Signage will be located at established advertising positions throughout the park, including entrance gates, event sites, sports facilities, concession areas and other designated event locations. Advertisements will vary in size, design and material depending on the specific event or activity but will remain temporary in nature and displayed only for the period necessary to support individual events and park operations. The application includes advertising associated with: Event and activity banners Directional and wayfinding signage Sports, recreation and facility signage Temporary event branding Community event and market signage Freestanding display units and flags Illuminated and non-illuminated signage where appropriate All advertisements will be displayed in accordance with the Agreement for the Hire of Wandsworth Park and in line with the supporting plans and appendices submitted as part of this application. I would use essentially this wording for all of the remaining parks, simply changing the park-specific references and tweaking the activities slightly: Tooting Common ??? add festivals, Country on the Common, sporting events, community activities. Wandsworth Common ??? community events, sporting activities, fairs, outdoor recreation. King George's Park ??? sports tournaments, community events, funfairs (where applicable), recreation. Barn Elms Sports Centre ??? sporting events, tournaments, training programmes and visitor information. Falcon Park & Shillington Park ??? community events, recreation, family activities and sports. Furzedown Recreation Ground ??? community events, seasonal activities, recreation and sports.

  18 Aug 2026 Advertising
• 2026/2973 Awaiting decision

  Furzedown recreation Furzedown Drive SW17 9BP

  This application seeks consent for the continued display of temporary advertisements and signage associated with events, activities and facilities within Furzedown Rec for the period 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031. The proposed advertisements comprise a range of temporary banners, signs, flags, A-boards, freestanding display units and event branding associated with community events, cultural activities, sporting events, markets, recreational programmes and park facilities. The advertisements will primarily provide event information, wayfinding, operational guidance and promotional material relating to activities taking place within Furzedown Rec. Signage will be located at established advertising positions throughout the park, including entrance gates, event sites, sports facilities, concession areas and other designated event locations. Advertisements will vary in size, design and material depending on the specific event or activity but will remain temporary in nature and displayed only for the period necessary to support individual events and park operations. The application includes advertising associated with: Event and activity banners Directional and wayfinding signage Sports, recreation and facility signage Temporary event branding Community event and market signage Freestanding display units and flags Illuminated and non-illuminated signage where appropriate All advertisements will be displayed in accordance with the Agreement for the Hire of Furzedown Rec and in line with the supporting plans and appendices submitted as part of this application.

  18 Aug 2026 Advertising