Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

This site has had 3 applications since 2026.

• 26/01839/NMA Awaiting decision

  Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  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.

  Submitted 20 Mar 2026 Amendments
• 26/01477/TCA Awaiting decision

  Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  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.

  Submitted 9 Mar 2026 Trees

1. 24 Apr 2026

   Received by Westminster

2. 21 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 19 June 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Westminster took a median of 66 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Westminster for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Westminster decided full applications in a median of 91 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

A full application seeks permission for a complete, detailed proposal in one go, with siting, design, access and landscaping all fixed at this stage. More in our guide to planning application types.

• Westminster Abbey Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PP

  26/01839/NMA Submitted 20 Mar 2026 50 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 50 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

• The Chapter House Dean's Yard London SW1P 3PA

  25/06049/TCA Submitted 25 Aug 2025 50 yards away

  1 x white mulberry: reduce crown by 2-3m to reduce end weight, pruning back to suitable growth points.

  Granted Trees 7 docs

• 5 - 8 The Sanctuary London SW1P 3JS

  26/01638/LBC Submitted 13 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  90% historically approved · decision due ~8 May

  The removal of modern partitions at basement level and DOFF cleaning of courtyard elevations at basement level.

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings 10 docs

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

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

  90% historically approved · decision due ~6 Oct

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

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings

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

  22/04034/TCA Submitted 21 Jun 2022 100 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

• 26/06295/FULL Awaiting decision

  15 Warwick Way London SW1V 1QT

  Installation of a new shopfront with Medication Dispensing Outlet.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Full applications
• 26/06297/FULL Awaiting decision

  15 Warwick Way London SW1V 1QT

  Alterations to rear elevation at basement level comprising replacement window and installation of double opening door.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Full applications
• 26/06294/FULL Awaiting decision

  15 Eaton Mews South London SW1W 9HP

  Installation of railings and sliding lantern light at main roof level in connection with the use of the roof as a terrace.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 22 Sep 2026 Full applications
• 26/06317/FULL Awaiting decision

  124 Hamilton Terrace London NW8 9UT

  Replacement of existing first-floor sash windows to the front and rear elevations with traditionally detailed painted timber, slim-profile double-glazed sash windows. (Linked to 26/06318/LBC)

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 22 Sep 2026 Full applications
• 26/06273/FULL Awaiting decision

  9A Grosvenor Square London W1K 5AE

  Installation of natural Portland Stone paving to two front entrances. (Linked to 26/05473/LBC)

  Received 14 Sep, published by the council 22 Sep 2026 Full applications