Arch 72 Queens Circus SW11 8NE

1. 10 Feb 2026

   Received by Wandsworth

2. 24 Mar 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 13 May 2026

   Decision issued: Approve No Conditions

4. 10 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.

Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.

A lawful development certificate is a legal determination, not a planning judgement. It asks the council to confirm either that existing use or works are lawful, often through the passage of time, or that a proposal would not need planning permission at all. The applicant must prove the facts; the merits of the scheme are not considered.

More on lawful development applications in our guide

• Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Arch 79 Queens Circus London Wandsworth SW11 8NE

  2026/0533 Submitted 9 Feb 2026 30m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~6 Apr

  This application is requesting a change of use for an underutilised railway arch from Class E(d) / E(g) / B8 to a flexible mixed-use comprising Class E and Sui Generis (drinking establishment with expanded food provision) to enable the applicant to operate as i) a social enterprise providing a community hub for informal peer-to-peer mental health support and suicide prevention initiatives (including collaboration with the charity Andy's Man Club), ii) a caf??/workspace during weekdays, iii) a taproom and restaurant during evenings and weekends (for which we already have a premises licence and food licence approved by Wandsworth Council). The proposal concerns a single-story railway arch off Queenstown Road, with 144.70 sqm gross internal area (within a corrugated metal lining which fully protects the brick fabric of the viaduct) and 48.49 sqm land area that is entirely within the railway arch overhead. The unit was most recently occupied as a commercial gym (Class E(d)). This use ceased c.6 months ago due to a saturation of similar leisure offerings, including five other commercial gyms along this specific stretch of railway arches and its immediate vicinity, leading to the previous tenant???s financial unviability. The failure of the previous use demonstrates a clear need for a more diverse and flexible offering to ensure the long-term economic sustainability of the arch. Works include the installation of an internal mechanical extract ventilation system (with carbon filtration for odour control), the installation of a glazed frontage behind the existing shutter and the provision of sanitary facilities. This proposal is directly supported by the Wandsworth Local Plan Policy LP36 (Railway Arches), which explicitly mentions microbrewery tenants and Sui Generis use being supported, as well as the importance of community uses. This proposal is also fully supported by the Government???s recent Budget and Hospitality Support Package, aligning with plans for ???loosening planning rules??? and ???licensing reform??? designed to support later operating hours, unlock hospitality growth and restore community pride. In January 2026, Wandsworth Council formally granted Live Fast Brewery a full Premises Licence for the proposed Sui Generis use and operating schedule. This follows a rigorous vetting process and a mandatory 28-day statutory consultation with all responsible authorities (including Environmental Health and the Metropolitan Police) and the local community. The successful granting of this licence is evidence that the proposed hours and management plan are entirely appropriate for this location, passing stringent statutory tests regarding public nuisance, noise and footfall. Notably, zero objections were raised by either the responsible authorities or the public during this process, demonstrating the project???s compatibility with the neighbourhood???s amenity and alignment with the council???s vision for a vibrant, well-managed evening economy.

  Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing

• Arch 72 Queens Circus London SW11 8NE

  2026/2123 Submitted 30 Jun 2026 47m away

  Retention of 1 no. internally illuminated fascia sign (retrospective).

  Granted

• Arch 79, Rear Of 326 To 342 Queenstown Road, Queens Circus SW11 8NE

  2026/0584 Submitted 9 Feb 2026 62m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~5 Jun

  Change of use to Class E(b) (Food and drink which is mostly consumed on the premises), Class F2(b) (Local Community Use) and Drinking establishment with expanded food provision (Sui Generis) uses. Retention of aluminium-framed, glazed shopfront. (Part-retrospective)

  Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing 439 docs

• Telecommunication Mast Ref 306453 On Rooftop Huntington House 11 Palmer Road SW11 4EJ

  2026/1190 Submitted 18 Mar 2026 65m away

  The installation of 4 no. replacement antenna and ancillary radio equipment onto new and existing support poles at existing rooftop site.

  Decided Telecoms 5 docs

• Huntington House 11 Palmer Road SW11 4EJ

  2026/3017 Submitted 1 Sep 2026 66m away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~27 Oct

  Display of 2 x flags on poles and wall mounted Coat of Arms.

  Awaiting decision

• Units G & H Bowden & Radley House Prince of Wales Drive SW11 4FW

  2026/1082 Submitted 18 Mar 2026 78m away

  Submission of details pursuant to the discharge of Condition 11 (Cycle Parking) of planning permission 2023/3107 dated 20/06/2024.

  Granted Full applications 5 docs

• 2026/3093 Awaiting decision

  208 Franciscan Road SW17 8HG

  Lawful development for loft conversion.

  27 Aug 2026 Lawful development
• 2026/3014 Withdrawn

  1 St Hildas Close SW17 7UL

  Installation of new wooden fence and gate to front of property.

  21 Aug 2026 Lawful development
• 2026/3006 Awaiting decision

  137 Tooting Bec Road SW17 8BW

  Erection of a dormer extension to main rear roof slope.

  20 Aug 2026 Lawful development
• 2026/2965 Awaiting decision

  10 Kenilford Road SW12 9PR

  Alterations including erection of mansard roof extension to main rear roof (with French doors and safety railings) including raising the ridge by 700mm and extension above two-storey back addition.

  18 Aug 2026 Lawful development
• 2026/2857 Withdrawn

  11 Brookwood Road SW18 5BL

  Erection of timber framed pergola in rear garden.

  10 Aug 2026 Lawful development