Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
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The Rex Building, 62 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1EB
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The Rex Building, 62 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1EB
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View council mapRefurbishment and extension of the existing building including: (i) removal of the BMU; (ii) reconfiguration of the sixth floor plant and enclosure to provide an extension in the form of a rooftop pavilion, external amenity space and associated balustrading; (iii) extension of the lifts to sixth floor level; (iv) installation of green roof at sixth floor level; (v) installation of PV panels at seventh floor level; (vi) facade alterations including installation of vents within existing windows, a revised building entrance on Queen Street, and installation of a gantry rail; (vii) provision of cycle parking, end of trip facilities, and wellbeing space; and associated works.
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Sign in to view collected details| Document | Published | Action |
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| Decision noticeDecision Notice · PDF | 15 Sept 2025 | View |
| Acknowledgement letterCorrespondence · PDF | 9 Sept 2025 | View |
| Consultation letter_for_london_boroughsDocument · PDF | 8 Sept 2025 | View |
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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