Planning application
25/06088/OBS
The Rex Building 62 Queen Street City Of London London EC4R 1EB
Proposal
Refurbishment and extension of the existing building including: (i) removal of the BMU; (ii) reconfiguration of the sixth floor plant and enclosure to provide an extension in the form of a rooftop pavilion, external amenity space and associated balustrading; (iii) extension of the lifts to sixth floor level; (iv) installation of green roof at sixth floor level; (v) installation of PV panels at seventh floor level; (vi) facade alterations including installation of vents within existing windows, a revised building entrance on Queen Street, and installation of a gantry rail; (vii) provision of cycle parking, end of trip facilities, and wellbeing space; and associated works.
As published by the council, reference 25/06088/OBS
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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20 Aug 2025
Received by Westminster
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21 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
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