The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

This site has had 25 applications since 2022: 7 approved, 0 refused.

• 26/06597/LBC Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Refurbishment and repair of Room 9 including replacement of the existing fabric wall covering; removal and replacement of the existing timber flooring; cleaning, repair and conservation of existing Verde di Prato marble skirtings and door surrounds; repair and redecoration of the decorative plaster ceiling and cornice, including revisions to the existing gilding scheme; refurbishment of the existing rooflight and associated roof repairs; temporary removal and reinstatement of external louvre assemblies; and associated mechanical and electrical upgrades including concealed cornice uplighting, replacement lighting equipment and replacement/additional power outlets.

  Submitted 25 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/06130/ADV Decided

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Display of non illuminated hoarding advertisements measuring 12.5m X 3.6m, 6.6m X 3.6m, 12.6m X 3.6m, 12.6m X 3.6m and 7.8m X 3.6m along Jubilee Walk and part of the northern terrace.

  Submitted 8 Sep 2026 Advertising
• 26/04136/LBC Decided

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Installation of external condenser units within the western lightwell adjacent to Jubilee Walk at the National Gallery and associated works.

  Submitted 23 Jun 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/04135/FULL Decided

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Installation of external condenser units within the western lightwell adjacent to Jubilee Walk at the National Gallery and associated works.

  Submitted 23 Jun 2026 Full applications
• 26/03249/FULL Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Introduction of extract ventilation at high level within the clerestory, requiring adjustment of modern glazing, introduction of new plant in the rooftop R184 plant room and associated ductwork within the existing roof void, external wall insulation within the Orange Street loading bay to the north wall of Gallery 31, replacement of existing internal louvres with external solar shading fins, modifications and extension of the existing 1980s over-roof structure and replacement of the existing glazing in the over-roofs, replacement of existing lead walkway to perimeter of roofs with new roof membrane, new guarding at roof level, new external metal gantry at the north wall for access to plant equipment. (Linked to 26/03250/LBC)

  Submitted 18 May 2026 Full applications
• 26/03250/LBC Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Refurbishment works to the Galleries 30 and 31 in the Wilkins Building of the National Gallery including removal of the existing floor grilles and replacement with new cast-iron grilles flush to the adjacent floors, to match adjacent gallery spaces, removal of the existing modern timber floor in Gallery 30 and replacement in new timber boards to match adjacent galleries, refurbishment of remaining floor finishes and stone skirtings, renewal of fabric wall coverings, redecoration of the plaster cornice and coving based on the original design, introduction of extract ventilation at high level within the clerestory, requiring adjustment of modern glazing, introduction of new plant in the rooftop R184 plant room and associated ductwork within the existing roof void for supply and extract ventilation and air conditioning, external wall insulation within the Orange Street loading bay to the north wall of Gallery 31, replacement of existing internal louvres with external solar shading fins, modifications and extension of the existing 1980s over-roof structure and replacement of the existing glazing in the over-roofs, replacement of existing lead walkway to perimeter of roofs with new roof membrane, new guarding at roof level, adjustments to gallery lighting internally and new environmental lighting within the roof void, new external metal gantry at the north wall for access to plant equipment. (Linked to 26/03249/FULL)

  Submitted 18 May 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/02901/LBC Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Reconfiguration and refurbishment of cafe and restaurant WC facilities within the Wilkins Building.

  Submitted 1 May 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/02784/LBC Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Replacement of existing external entrance doors at the St Martins Wing and Portico entrances of The National Gallery. (Linked to 26/02783/FULL)

  Submitted 27 Apr 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/02783/FULL Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Replacement of existing external entrance doors at the St Martins Wing and Portico entrances of The National Gallery. (Linked to 26/02784/LBC)

  Submitted 27 Apr 2026 Full applications
• 26/02488/NMA Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Amendments to planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (RN:22/04894/FULL) for Remodelling of external gates, replacement glazing and adaption and enclosure of the loggia of the Sainsbury Wing. External alterations to the Wilkins Building, including alterations and part removal of railings, lawn and wall, with new entrance on Trafalgar Square to the Research Centre and Members Room. New basement link under Jubilee Walk, including excavation. Public realm works to the north of Trafalgar Square and Jubilee Walk, including new paving, benches, bollards and planting. New window and external alterations to Pigott Education Centre on Orange Street. Namely, relating to internal changes in the Wilkins building, access improvements, minor changes to layout, fire safety works; amends to means and doors and floors; most internal and some external including plant and lightwells; CCTV and refurbishment of windows.

  Submitted 15 Apr 2026 Amendments

1. 19 Jul 2022

   Received by Westminster

2. 15 Aug 2022

   Decision issued: Application Permitted

3. 20 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Westminster granted permission on 15 August 2022, 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.

An amendment application makes limited changes to a permission that already exists; anything beyond modest adjustment needs a fresh application. More in our guide to planning application types.

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/01120/ADFULL Submitted 23 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~20 Apr

  Details of written scheme of investigation addendum for Phase 2, archaeological investigations pursuant to Condition 12 of planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (22/04894/FULL)

  Awaiting decision Full applications 10 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02488/NMA Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  93% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Amendments to planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (RN:22/04894/FULL) for Remodelling of external gates, replacement glazing and adaption and enclosure of the loggia of the Sainsbury Wing. External alterations to the Wilkins Building, including alterations and part removal of railings, lawn and wall, with new entrance on Trafalgar Square to the Research Centre and Members Room. New basement link under Jubilee Walk, including excavation. Public realm works to the north of Trafalgar Square and Jubilee Walk, including new paving, benches, bollards and planting. New window and external alterations to Pigott Education Centre on Orange Street. Namely, relating to internal changes in the Wilkins building, access improvements, minor changes to layout, fire safety works; amends to means and doors and floors; most internal and some external including plant and lightwells; CCTV and refurbishment of windows.

  Awaiting decision Amendments Windows or glazing 117 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02533/ADLBC Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Detailed drawings (at scale 1:10 unless otherwise agreed in writing) materials of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Sainsbury Wing, walls, ceilings and details of the all new CCTV and details of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Wilkins Building cornices, skiting, architraves and doors, both those which are intended to be traditional replicas and contemporary additions, general interior finishes, builder's work and other servicing openings and details of the new staircase within the Wilkins Building and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition of listed building dated 8th November 2024 (RN:24/06076/LBC )

  Awaiting decision Conditions Windows or glazing 48 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02487/ADFULL Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Details of the all new CCTV and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition 6 (iii) and 7 of planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (RN:22/04894/FULL)

  Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing 48 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/06130/ADV Submitted 8 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  82% historically approved · decision due ~10 Nov

  Display of non illuminated hoarding advertisements measuring 12.5m X 3.6m, 6.6m X 3.6m, 12.6m X 3.6m, 12.6m X 3.6m and 7.8m X 3.6m along Jubilee Walk and part of the northern terrace.

  Decided Advertising

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02490/ADV Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  82% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Display of an internally illuminated digital screen measuring 1.26m x 0.73m.

  Awaiting decision Advertising 15 docs

• 26/07243/NMA Awaiting decision

  144 Praed Street London W2 1HU

  Amendments to planning permission dated 09 August 2024 (RN: 22/08247/FULL) for the replacement of the mansard roof with a sheer brickwork extension, new mansard roof extension and rooftop plant enclosure to provide additional hotel accommodation (Class C1); alterations to facade fenestration and shopfronts; installation of a green wall to the side (north-east); and associated works. NAMELY, to amend Condition 13 to require details of the modular green wall to be submitted prior to commencement of the relevant part of the development.

  Received 22 Oct, published by the council 26 Oct 2026 Amendments
• 26/07181/NMA Awaiting decision

  Newlands House 37 - 40 Berners Street London W1T 3NA

  Amendments to planning permission dated 9th October 2025 (RN:25/04048/FULL) forInfilling of the ground floor undercroft along Mortimer Street (Class E), replacement of ground floor frontage to the whole building and refurbishment of the upper floor facades. Namely, alterations to the approved green roof area at the site.

  Received 21 Oct, published by the council 22 Oct 2026 Amendments
• 26/07132/NMA Awaiting decision

  157 - 159 Victoria Street London SW1E 5NA

  Amendments to planning permission dated 27 August 2026 (RN: 26/04666/FULL) for the: Installation of combined defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall of Nationwide Building Society branch. NAMELY, to allow alteration to design of combined defibrillator and bleed kit cabinet.

  Received 19 Oct, published by the council 20 Oct 2026 Amendments
• 26/07086/NMA Awaiting decision

  Windsor House 50 Victoria Street London SW1H 0TL

  Amendments to planning permission dated 18th September 2026 (RN 26/01445/FULL) for the Refurbishment of Windsor House and Christchurch House (excluding residential part), including re-cladding and amendment of facades, replacement of windows, new end-of-trip facilities, installation of roof-level plant and screening, and associated works, to provide office, retail, restaurant and indoor recreation accommodation (Class E) with amenity spaces, including a new roof level pavilion to Christchurch House and link bridge between Windsor House and Christchurch House. NAMELY, amendments to the wording of Conditions 1, 11, 12, 13,14, 15 and 26.

  Received 16 Oct, published by the council 20 Oct 2026 Amendments
• 26/07071/NMA Awaiting decision

  London School Of Economics & Political Science Houghton Street London WC2A 2AE

  Amendments to planning permission dated 21st Februrary 2018 (RN:17/05855/FULL) for Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission dated 19 October 2016 (RN:16/05155/FULL) for demolition of existing buildings known as Clare Market, The Anchorage, the East Building, St Clements (partial) and Tower One (partial) and redevelopment to provide replacement interconnected academic facilities for Class D1 and ancillary uses, comprising a two storey basement, a part six storey / part 13 storey building and a seven storey core extension to the St Clements building and associated cycle parking and other works; all arranged around a new public square namely, removal of two cycle stands.

  Received 15 Oct, published by the council 16 Oct 2026 Amendments