5 - 8 The Sanctuary London SW1P 3JS

1. 13 Mar 2026

   Received by Westminster

2. 21 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 8 May 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

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• Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  26/02750/ADFULL Submitted 24 Apr 2026 100 yards away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~19 Jun

  Details of Arboricultural Method Statement for the Phase 4 works pursuant to the partial discharge of condition 3 of planning permission dated 16th April 2026 (RN: 25/01820/FULL).

  Awaiting decision Full applications 3 docs

• Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  26/01839/NMA Submitted 20 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  93% historically approved · decision due ~15 May

  Amendments to planning permission dated 2nd June 2025 (25/01820/FULL) for Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission dated 3 October 2023 (23/05243/FULL) for: Provision of visitor access to the west front of the Westminster Abbey through the construction of an ancillary ticketing building on the north side of the Abbey with associated landscaping works including alterations to boundary railings namely, reduction in the enlargement of the enclosed external area at the Abbey's West Front and retention of areas of existing paving materials and detailed design development for entrance and exit doors to the new Sacristy building.

  Awaiting decision Amendments 9 docs

• Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  26/01477/TCA Submitted 9 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  100% historically approved · decision due ~6 May

  The first tree in question is a Cercis canadensis. Over the past three years, its overall health has declined significantly. During the summer of 2025, I discussed my concerns with Barbara Milne, Head of Arboricultural Services at Westminster City Council, who I understand acknowledged the issues relating to the tree?s health and its likely continued decline. In light of this, I would like to seek permission to fell the Cercis canadensis prior to further deterioration, with the intention of replanting a more suitable replacement specimen. Adjacent to the Cercis canadensis is a Sorbus aucuparia. Although this tree is not in as advanced a state of decline, it has shown progressive signs of weakening over recent years. There has been an increasing presence of deadwood and a noticeable reduction in foliage during the growing season. While its condition is not as urgent as that of the Cercis canadensis, I would like to enquire whether it may be appropriate to remove the Sorbus aucuparia concurrently, thereby allowing for coordinated replanting and ensuring the long-term health and suitability of the site.

  Awaiting decision Trees 6 docs

• Westminster School 1 - 3 Little Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PF

  26/05437/LBC Submitted 11 Aug 2026 100 yards away

  Internal alterations to Grant's and College buildings for the installation of access control systems and CCTV.

  Decided Heritage and listed buildings

• Ashburnham House Little Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PF

  22/04034/TCA Submitted 21 Jun 2022 150 yards away

  T1 1 x evergreen magnolia: prune back from building to give 2m clearance, reduce canopy by 1-2m to maintain natural shape; T2 and T3 2 x maples: crown reduce by 15-20% (1-2m all round).

  Granted Trees 8 docs

• 1 Victoria Street London SW1H 0ET

  26/06231/ADFULL Submitted 11 Sep 2026 150 yards away

  89% historically approved · decision due ~6 Nov

  Details of the colonnade sofit details, planters and the paving in the public realm pursuant to condition 25 of planning permission dated 8th November 2024 (RN:24/00977/FULL)

  Decided

• 26/07529/LBC Awaiting decision

  69 Eaton Place London SW1X 8DF

  Installation of new cast iron water supply pipe on rear courtyard elevation. (Linked with 26/07528/FULL)

  Received 5 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/07509/LBC Awaiting decision

  Buckingham Palace The Mall London SW1A 1AA

  Replacement of existing security lighting to the Buckingham Palace Forecourt with 80 compact LED spotlights installed within the lantern clusters across 10 principal piers, with associated concealed cabling and reversible fixings. (Linked with 26/07508/FULL)

  Received 4 Nov, published by the council 5 Nov 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/07473/LBC Awaiting decision

  Flat 3 82 New Cavendish Street London W1G 9TA

  Replacement windows to second floor level with vacuum, double glazing windows. (Linked with 26/07472/FULL)

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 6 Nov 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/07471/LBC Awaiting decision

  12 Queen Anne's Gate London SW1H 9AA

  Excavation of single-storey basement, internal reconfiguration and installation of modern services. (Linked with 26/07470/FULL)

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 5 Nov 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/07461/LBC Awaiting decision

  1 Savile Row London W1S 3JR

  Minor internal works comprising redecoration and upgrades to lighting, flooring and bathroom and kitchen facilities, together with external works including new lighting and signage.

  Received 3 Nov, published by the council 5 Nov 2026 Heritage and listed buildings