The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

This site has had 23 applications since 2022: 6 approved, 0 refused.

• 26/06130/ADV Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Display of no illuminated hoarding 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
• 26/04135/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
• 26/02533/ADLBC Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Detailed drawings (at scale 1:10 unless otherwise agreed in writing) materials of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Sainsbury Wing, walls, ceilings and details of the all new CCTV and details of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Wilkins Building cornices, skiting, architraves and doors, both those which are intended to be traditional replicas and contemporary additions, general interior finishes, builder's work and other servicing openings and details of the new staircase within the Wilkins Building and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition of listed building dated 8th November 2024 (RN:24/06076/LBC )

  Submitted 15 Apr 2026 Conditions
• 26/02487/ADFULL Awaiting decision

  The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  Details of the all new CCTV and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition 6 (iii) and 7 of planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (RN:22/04894/FULL)

  Submitted 15 Apr 2026 Full applications

1. 23 Jun 2026

   Received by Westminster

2. 21 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. 9 Aug 2026

   Status changed to Decided

   Previously Pending.

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• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/01120/ADFULL Submitted 23 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  87% historically approved · decision due ~20 Apr

  Details of written scheme of investigation addendum for Phase 2, archaeological investigations pursuant to Condition 12 of planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (22/04894/FULL)

  Awaiting decision Full applications 10 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02488/NMA Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  93% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  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.

  Awaiting decision Amendments Windows or glazing 117 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02533/ADLBC Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  90% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Detailed drawings (at scale 1:10 unless otherwise agreed in writing) materials of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Sainsbury Wing, walls, ceilings and details of the all new CCTV and details of the following parts of the development within the interior of the Wilkins Building cornices, skiting, architraves and doors, both those which are intended to be traditional replicas and contemporary additions, general interior finishes, builder's work and other servicing openings and details of the new staircase within the Wilkins Building and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition of listed building dated 8th November 2024 (RN:24/06076/LBC )

  Awaiting decision Conditions Windows or glazing 48 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02487/ADFULL Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  87% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Details of the all new CCTV and details of the new windows to the Wilkins Building (elevations and sections scaled 1:10) pursuant to condition 6 (iii) and 7 of planning permission dated 19th December 2022 (RN:22/04894/FULL)

  Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing 48 docs

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/06130/ADV Submitted 8 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  84% historically approved · decision due ~10 Nov

  Display of no illuminated hoarding 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.

  Awaiting decision Advertising

• The National Gallery Trafalgar Square London WC2N 5DN

  26/02490/ADV Submitted 15 Apr 2026 50 yards away

  84% historically approved · decision due ~10 Jun

  Display of an internally illuminated digital screen measuring 1.26m x 0.73m.

  Awaiting decision Advertising 15 docs

• 26/04878/LBC Decided

  34 Grosvenor Street London W1K 4QU

  Internal works to facilitate the subdivision of 34 Grosvenor Street and 3 Three Kings Yard

  Received 21 Jul, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/04141/LBC Decided

  80E Randolph Avenue London W9 1BG

  Replacement of sashes in two front windows at 2nd floor level and one rear window with slimline double glazed timber sashes. (Linked with 26/04142/FULL)

  Received 23 Jun, published by the council 21 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/06250/LBC Awaiting decision

  53 Wimpole Street London W1G 8YH

  Removal and Installation of external rear air condensers and associated pipe work to ground floor, including internal works to ground and first floor. (Linked with 26/06249/FULL)

  Received 11 Sep, published by the council 18 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/06203/LBC Awaiting decision

  106 Blandford Street London W1U 8AG

  Installation of two roof-mounted anchor posts. (Linked to 26/06202/FULL)

  Received 10 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 26/06187/LBC Awaiting decision

  4 Shepherd Market London W1J 7QB

  Installation of wall mounted highway street light on to the facade of 4 Shepherd Market.

  Received 10 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings