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London Borough of Southwark
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Explore collected planning applications and decisions for London Borough of Southwark. Search an address, application reference or proposal to find a record.

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
1,315Searchable applications
628Recorded as pending
94%Approval rate · 598 approved or refused records
33Refused applications

565 approved · 33 refused · 13 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 2 May 1986 to 25 Sept 2026. Most recent record check: 28 Sept 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

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Conservation areas and Article 4 directions

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Conservation areas56 mapped area records
Article 4 direction areas480 mapped area records2 identified HMO area records; remaining records unclassified

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  1. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2741

    Details of Condition 20 (details of the green walls) as required by full planning permission ref: 23/AP/3273 dated 20/11/2025 for: (refurbishment of South Dock Marina boatyard to include demolition and removal of all buildings and structures on site, renew services infrastructure, new electricity substation, underground drainage, and hard standings and provide new workshops, studios, toilets showers laundry and associated landscape. Construct new covered boat repair areas with associated gantry and staircase. Removal of the existing crane and replace with new crane, pontoon adjacent to the crane and associated public realm works to the crane area. Addition of new trees to the river walk.)

    South Dock Marina St Georges Wharf Rope Street London Southwark SE16

    Received 15 Sept 2026
  2. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2742

    Details of Condition 23 (proposed cycle facilities) as required by full planning permission Ref: 23/AP/3273 dated 20/11/2025 for: (refurbishment of South Dock Marina boatyard to include demolition and removal of all buildings and structures on site, renew services infrastructure, new electricity substation, underground drainage, and hard standings and provide new workshops, studios, toilets showers laundry and associated landscape. Construct new covered boat repair areas with associated gantry and staircase. Removal of the existing crane and replace with new crane, pontoon adjacent to the crane and associated public realm works to the crane area. Addition of new trees to the river walk.)

    South Dock Marina St Georges Wharf Rope Street London Southwark SE16

    Received 15 Sept 2026
  3. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2743

    Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for fire-safety remedial works, including the remediation and reinstatement of cavity barriers within the external wall construction

    Cowan House Stead Street London Southwark SE17 1BZ

    Received 15 Sept 2026
  4. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2745

    T1 Fagus sylvatica f. purpurea (Copper Beech) - dismantle and remove, and replace during the forthcoming winter/spring planting season with a suitable larger-canopy species, such as Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa)

    167 Turney Road London Southwark SE21 7JU

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  5. Granted26/AP/2746

    5 DAY NOTIFICATION: Works to tree with a TCA: T1- X Large Willow tree. Tree has died. Section fell to ground level. Replacement in keeping with Dulwich Estate Licence.

    155 Turney Road London Southwark SE21 7JU

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  6. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2747

    Works to tree with a TCA: T1 - Elder: Fell. Tree height approximately 3 m; crown spread approximately 2 m. A low-amenity species displaying a sparse canopy, leggy phototropic growth and advanced decline, evidenced by more than 50% canopy failure.

    7 Love Walk London Southwark SE5 8AD

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  7. Granted88/AP/1633

    Demolition of single storey storage building and erection of 3 storey extension at 86 Camberwell Road, SE5 LBS REG 1633-88

    86 Camberwell Road London Southwark SE5

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  8. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2749

    Tree removal following advance decay detection results- Tree ID- Common Name Work Task Priority. Description4321- Common Lime- Remove and Treat High Fell to 1m above ground level and treat with systemic herbicide (Eco-plug).4308- Common Ash -Remove and Treat High Fell tree to 1m above ground level and treat with systemic herbicide (eco-plug)5681 - Horse Chestnut- Remove and Treat High Fell to 1m above ground level and treat with systemic herbicide. Tree replacement subject to the Dulwich Estate tree replacement policy.

    Ferrings London Southwark SE21 7LU

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  9. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2750

    4307 - Pedunculate oak. Deadwood > 5cm . Remove deadwood.4272 - Pedunculate oak. Crown Reduction. Crown reduction by 2m back to closest growth point.

    Tollgate Drive London Southwark

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  10. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2751

    Variation of Condition 1 (approved plans) of planning permission 26/AP/1502 (Installation of a new window opening in the eastern elevation of an existing top-floor flat as well as an outward opening clear-glazed window serving the principal living space of the property)Variation sought: Installation of 1x air conditioning unit, following the associated NMA to change the description of development and alter window dimensions.

    Flat 16 157-163 Queens Road London Southwark SE15 2ND

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  11. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2752

    Non-material amendment of planning permission 26/AP/1502 (Installation of a new window opening in the eastern elevation of an existing top-floor flat as well as an outward opening clear-glazed window serving the principal living space of the property)NMA: Increase in the height of the already-approved eastern elevation window, from 100cm to 120cm (200cm width unchanged), achieved by lowering the sill by 10cm (to 90cm above internal floor level) and raising the head by 10cm (to 210cm). In conjunction with associated MMA, this would also include an amendment to the description of development as: 'Installation of a new window opening in the eastern elevation of an existing top-floor flat as well as an outward opening clear-glazed window serving the principal living space of the property and 1x new AC unit'

    Flat 16 157 - 163 Queens Road London Southwark SE15 2ND

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  12. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2753

    T1 (Acer pseudoplatanus) remove all limbs overhanging neighbouring gardens, consequently reducing the size of the crown by 50%.

    58 Elm Grove London Southwark SE15 5DE

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  13. Granted26/AP/2755

    Five day notification for tree works: remove collapsed Eucalyptus

    98 Lyndhurst Way London Southwark SE15 5AQ

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  14. Granted26/AP/2756

    Five day notification for tree works: Remove deadwood. Magnolia front garden.

    19 Wood Vale London Southwark SE23 3DS

    Received 16 Sept 2026
  15. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2757

    Proposed development comprising the construction of five outdoor padel tennis courts, with ancillary caf�/shop and changing facilities, associated car and cycle parking, and other associated works.

    Trevor Bailey Sports Ground Dulwich Common London Southwark SE21 7HA

    Received 17 Sept 2026
  16. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2758

    Temporary installation of a part 1 and part 2 storey pop-up bar structure with internal and external seating, a stage and screen at The Scoop for a period from 31st October 2026 to 11th May to 31st March 2028.

    Land At More London Riverside London Southwark SE1

    Received 17 Sept 2026
  17. Awaiting decision26/AP/2759

    TREE PRESERVATION ORDER: (TPO 240 2019) T1 Ash: Remove (fell) to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth.REASONS FOR WORKS: The above tree is considered to be responsible for root induced clay shrinkage subsidence damage to 76 Avondale Rise, SE15 4AL. This is a re-submission of 26/AP/1691.

    47 Copleston Road London Southwark SE15 4AN

    Received 17 Sept 2026
  18. Decided26/AP/2760

    Details submitted to satisfy Schedule relating to Substantial Implementation Target Date to for an agreement to the date being extended tp 31 August 2028 , of the Section 106 Agreement associated with planning permission ref: 23/AP/0479 for 'Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment to provide a mixed-use development comprising purpose-built student residential rooms (Sui Generis), affordable residential dwellings (Use Class C3), employment floorspace (Use Class E(g)), together with access, cycle parking, hard and soft landscaping and other associated works'.

    Land At 19 21 And 23 Harper Road 325 Borough High Street And 1-5 And 7-11 Newington Causeway London SE1 6AW

    Received 17 Sept 2026
  19. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2763

    Details of Condition 3 Deconstruction Method Statement as required by planning permission 25/AP/3405 dated 15/05/2026 for Construction of new fire escape stair case from first floor office to ground floor and new external postal boxes0487 Planning Statement

    South Lock Control Office South Dock Marina Plough Way London Southwark SE16 7SZ

    Received 17 Sept 2026
  20. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2764

    Installation of PV panels, plant, and an EV charger

    Unit 4 Bricklayers Arms Mandela Way London Southwark SE1 5SS

    Received 18 Sept 2026
  21. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2765

    Proposed erection of a single-storey side and rear extension; formation of rear patio with associated balustrading; installation of roof lantern and rooflights; installation of an air source heat pump and solar panels; relocation of existing air-conditioning unit; replacement side access door; replacement and new boundary fencing; associated landscaping works; internal reconfiguration; and associated external alterations at 1 Druce Road,

    1 Druce Road London Southwark SE21 7DW

    Received 18 Sept 2026
  22. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2766

    Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for single-storey rear extension

    26 Fleming Road London Southwark SE17 3QR

    Received 18 Sept 2026
  23. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2767

    Partial discharge of condition 4 'Remediation Strategy- crane' required by planning permission ref no. 23/AP/3273

    South Dock Marina St Georges Wharf Rope Street London Southwark SE16

    Received 18 Sept 2026
  24. Under consideration/assessment26/AP/2768

    Replacement of an existing uPVC external door with a traditionally constructed painted hardwood door at ground floor to the rear elevation

    48 Lorrimore Road London Southwark SE17 3LZ

    Received 18 Sept 2026

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