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The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

Granted Westminster 23/03146/ADV Advert Application (ADV)

Permission granted. Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses.

Proposal

Display of hoarding measuring 3m x 88.52m (total) with 23 construction site safety lights.

As published by the council, reference 23/03146/ADV

Application record

Reference
23/03146/ADV
Type
Advert Application (ADV)
Status
Decided
Decision
Granted As published: Application Permitted
Received
11 May 2023
Validated
24 May 2023
Decided
2 Jun 2023
Ward
St James's
Decision by
Delegated Decision
Postcode
WC2N 5DN

Site history

Applications at this address on the Westminster register

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

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 11 May 2023

    Received by Westminster

  2. 24 May 2023

    Validated

    Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

  3. 2 Jun 2023

    Decision issued: Application Permitted

  4. 2 Oct 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

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The Planning Lab Agent, a planning consultancy

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Documents

Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report

14 documents on file for this application

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What this grant of permission means

Westminster granted permission on 2 June 2023, 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.

About advertisement consent applications

Advertisement consent is judged on two things only: amenity and public safety, not competition or other planning considerations. More in our guide to planning application types.

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  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

    26/03249/FULL Submitted 18 May 2026 50 yards away

    88% historically approved · decision due ~13 Jul

    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)

    Awaiting decision Full applications Extension Roofing +1 37 docs
  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

    26/02783/FULL Submitted 27 Apr 2026 50 yards away

    88% historically approved · decision due ~22 Jun

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

    Awaiting decision Full applications 29 docs
  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

    26/02784/LBC Submitted 27 Apr 2026 50 yards away

    90% historically approved · decision due ~22 Jun

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

    Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings 29 docs
  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

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  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

    25/06611/FULL Submitted 16 Sep 2025 50 yards away

    Installation of new ventilation plant on the second floor roof of the Conservation Studios at the National Gallery and associated works.

    Granted Full applications 21 docs
  • The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

    25/06612/LBC Submitted 16 Sep 2025 50 yards away

    Installation of new ventilation plant on the second floor roof of the Conservation Studios at the National Gallery and associated works.

    Granted Heritage and listed buildings 10 docs

In Westminster

  • 26/07230/ADV Awaiting decision

    5 D'arblay Street London W1F 8DL

    Display of an externally illuminated fascia sign measuring 0.4m x 0.9m and a non-illuminated hanging sign measuring 0.4m x 0.8m. (Linked with 26/07229/FULL)

    Received 22 Oct, published by the council 26 Oct 2026 Advertising
  • 26/06992/ADV Decided

    78 - 80 Wigmore Street London W1U 2SJ

    Display of self-adhesive vinyl in the windows measuring 3.06m x 2.16m.

    Received 13 Oct, published by the council 15 Oct 2026 Advertising
  • 26/07225/ADV Awaiting decision

    8 Hinde Street London W1U 3BQ

    Display of non illuminated hanging sign measuring 2.45m X 1.4m and other sign 0.6m X 3.1m

    Received 22 Oct, published by the council 26 Oct 2026 Advertising
  • 26/07194/ADV Awaiting decision

    98 Victoria Street London SW1E 5JL

    Display of two internally illuminated double-sided projecting signs, each measuring 0.57m × 0.67m. (Linked with 26/07193/FULL)

    Received 21 Oct, published by the council 22 Oct 2026 Advertising
  • 26/07160/ADV Awaiting decision

    18 - 21 Haymarket London SW1Y 4DQ

    Display of non illuminated fascia sign measauring 2.3m X 4m and 2.4m X 3.6m

    Received 20 Oct, published by the council 22 Oct 2026 Advertising