North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

This site has had 6 applications since 2025: 4 approved, 0 refused.

• 26/02831/CLLB Awaiting decision

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Series of investigative works to the North Block. The proposed investigative and opening up works comprise trial pits in third party walls at basement level, the careful removal of plaster in various locations to expose the structure behind, and other physical works to open up elements of the building where required to better inform the Stage 4 design elements within the existing structural context. The locations of the opening up works have been carefully selected to ensure minimal disruption on the historic fabric, and where possible, investigations and openings are proposed in areas of twentieth century construction.

  Submitted 28 Apr 2026
• 26/01251/CLLB Awaiting decision

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Series of investigative works to the North Block.

  Submitted 12 Feb 2026
• 26/00145/LBC Granted

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Waterproofing works on the upper terrace of the Somerset House courtyard comprising temporary removal and reinstatement of surface finishes, installation of new concrete upstands and waterproof membrane, creation of a new buried manhole, drainage channel and outlets, and associated works.

  Decided 13 Apr 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 25/08530/FULL Granted

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Variation of Conditions 1 and 7 of planning permission dated 17 July 2024 (23/03681/FULL) (as amended by 25/07330/NMA dated 7 November 2025) for: External works including installation of new plant on roof, brick infill extension, new entrance ramp to courtyard, new handrails in the arched entrance from the Strand, alterations to windows, vents and grilles, access and fire safety works namely, to allow alterations at roof level to form concealed plant areas and slate clad dormers to house ventilation ductwork; installation of plant; facade works and to allow clear glazing in rear windows facing 152-158 Strand.

  Decided 1 May 2026 Full applications
• 25/08532/LBC Granted

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Introduction of new slate-clad dormer extensions on the north and east roof pitches; façade interventions, including retention of existing blind windows to the east elevation; removal of glazed structure from sunken East Wing courtyard and replacement with stone paved floor to create external terrace; new lighting to vestibule; alterations to the East Wing roof to accommodate new plant areas and associated access structures; removal of the 1980s lift shaft, adjoining access corridor and partial chimney breast to enable formation of new openings in party wall with 152-153 Strand; installation of a new lift shaft within the reconfigured lightwell; retention of East Wing Chambers Stair in existing position; partial removal of internal walls within the large seminar rooms; reinstatement of second-floor art gallery within current lecture theatre; adaption of existing cafe space at ground floor level to create new shop, including new openings in party wall to 152 Strand; and other internal alterations.

  Decided 1 May 2026 Heritage and listed buildings

1. 10 Oct 2025

   Received by Westminster

2. 7 Nov 2025

   Decision issued: Application Permitted

3. 21 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

1 later application on the register refers to this one:

• 25/08530/FULL Granted

  North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  Variation of Conditions 1 and 7 of planning permission dated 17 July 2024 (23/03681/FULL) (as amended by 25/07330/NMA dated 7 November 2025) for: External works including installation of new plant on roof, brick infill extension, new entrance ramp to courtyard, new handrails in the arched entrance from the Strand, alterations to windows, vents and grilles, access and fire safety works namely, to allow alterations at roof level to form concealed plant areas and slate clad dormers to house ventilation ductwork; installation of plant; facade works and to allow clear glazing in rear windows facing 152-158 Strand.

  Decided 1 May 2026 Full applications

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• North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  25/08530/FULL Submitted 21 Nov 2025 50 yards away

  Variation of Conditions 1 and 7 of planning permission dated 17 July 2024 (23/03681/FULL) (as amended by 25/07330/NMA dated 7 November 2025) for: External works including installation of new plant on roof, brick infill extension, new entrance ramp to courtyard, new handrails in the arched entrance from the Strand, alterations to windows, vents and grilles, access and fire safety works namely, to allow alterations at roof level to form concealed plant areas and slate clad dormers to house ventilation ductwork; installation of plant; facade works and to allow clear glazing in rear windows facing 152-158 Strand.

  Granted Full applications Extension Loft or dormer +1 187 docs

• North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  26/00145/LBC Submitted 12 Jan 2026 50 yards away

  Waterproofing works on the upper terrace of the Somerset House courtyard comprising temporary removal and reinstatement of surface finishes, installation of new concrete upstands and waterproof membrane, creation of a new buried manhole, drainage channel and outlets, and associated works.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings 24 docs

• North Wing Courtauld Institute Of Art Somerset House Strand London WC2E 7EA

  25/08532/LBC Submitted 21 Nov 2025 50 yards away

  Introduction of new slate-clad dormer extensions on the north and east roof pitches; façade interventions, including retention of existing blind windows to the east elevation; removal of glazed structure from sunken East Wing courtyard and replacement with stone paved floor to create external terrace; new lighting to vestibule; alterations to the East Wing roof to accommodate new plant areas and associated access structures; removal of the 1980s lift shaft, adjoining access corridor and partial chimney breast to enable formation of new openings in party wall with 152-153 Strand; installation of a new lift shaft within the reconfigured lightwell; retention of East Wing Chambers Stair in existing position; partial removal of internal walls within the large seminar rooms; reinstatement of second-floor art gallery within current lecture theatre; adaption of existing cafe space at ground floor level to create new shop, including new openings in party wall to 152 Strand; and other internal alterations.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings Extension Loft or dormer +1 178 docs

• Franklin House 151 Strand London WC2R 1HL

  25/07490/ADFULL Submitted 16 Oct 2025 50 yards away

  Details of written and photographic schedule of facing materials and new windows, dormers, rooflights and doors, new shopfront including associated metalwork, overall profiles through front and rear facades and junction details pursuant to Conditions 4 and 5 (A,B,C and D) of planning permission dated 16 June 2025 (RN25/02937/FULL)

  Refused Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing 6 docs

• Franklin House 151 Strand London WC2R 1HL

  26/04031/ADFULL Submitted 18 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  Details of further information (as set out below) of new windows, dormers, rooflights and doors (drawn elevations, plans and sections at 1:5), new shopfront including associated metalwork (drawn elevations, plans and sections at 1:10), overall profiles through front and rear facades (drawn elevations, plans and sections at 1:20) and junction details with Somerset House (drawn elevations, plans and sections at 1:10) pursuant to condition 5 of planning permission dated 16th June 2025 (RN:25/02937/FULL)

  Decided Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing 6 docs

• Franklin House 151 Strand London WC2R 1HL

  26/04576/ADFULL Submitted 9 Jul 2026 50 yards away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~3 Sep

  Details of archaeological work pursuant to condition 9 (B) of planning permission dated 7th February 2025 (RN:23/03709/FULL)

  Awaiting decision Full applications 6 docs

• 26/07459/NMA Awaiting decision

  1 Hanover Square London W1S 1HA

  Amendments to planning pemrission dated 10 October 2025 (RN: 25/01558/FULL) for the: Partial demolition, refurbishment and extension of the existing building to provide a sub-basement, basement, ground plus eight storey building; infilling and stepped rear extension; excavation of a new sub-basement level; installation of new plant equipment at basement and roof level; terraces at fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth floor levels; soft and hard landscaping; reprovision of car parking; new cycle parking facilities; and associated external works. Use of the building for retail and/or restaurant (Class E) on part ground floor and office (Class E) on all other floors. NAMELY, to allow alterations to the design of the ground floor frontages on Hanover Square and St George Street.

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 5 Nov 2026 Amendments
• 26/07389/NMA Decided

  Flat 1 5 Grittleton Road London W9 2DD

  Amendments to planning permission dated 04 June 2025 (RN: 25/02022/FULL), NAMELY, amendment of Condition 4 to correct the property address from 9 Aldridge Road Villas to Flat 1 5 Grittleton Road.

  29 Oct 2026 Amendments
• 26/07377/NMA Awaiting decision

  60 Ledbury Road London W11 2AJ

  Amendments to planning permission dated 2nd October 2025 (RN 25/04018/FULL) for the Partial demolition, refurbishment, and erection of a mansard roof extension to form a new third floor with dormers to front, side and rear elevations; to form 6 flats (Class C3) on upper floors; external plant equipment and ductwork; lower ground floor excavation to increase floor to ceiling height; replacement windows; cycle parking and associated external alterations; use of the part ground floor and lower ground floor as retail and restaurant (Class E). Site includes 60-68 Ledbury Road) NAMELY, An amendment to the basement and ground floor drawing reference numbers; amendment to the description of development, in reference to restaurant and or retail use; and amendments to C

  Received 28 Oct, published by the council 3 Nov 2026 Amendments
• 26/07375/NMA Awaiting decision

  77 Hereford Road London W2 5BB

  Amendments to planning permission dated 4th August 2026 (RN 26/03970/FULL) for the Replacement of roof terrace access stair with glazed hatch, new timber decking and front and rear roof railings to roof terrace, with infilling side window of closet wing. NAMELY, Hinged hatch access substituted by sliding hatch.

  Received 28 Oct, published by the council 3 Nov 2026 Amendments
• 26/07312/NMA Awaiting decision

  15 Rodmarton Street London W1U 8BL

  Amendment to planning permission dated 5 May 2026 (26/00539/FULL) for: Erection of a single storey conservatory at rear ground floor level, use of the garage as internal living accommodation and installation of a new skylight at main roof level namely, to allow a reduction in the size of the rear orangery and alterations to its roof arrangement.

  Received 26 Oct, published by the council 29 Oct 2026 Amendments