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Property & Planning · BarnetBarnet HMO plans to increase residents from six to 11
A planning application has been submitted to Barnet Council to increase the number of residents at a house in multiple occupation on Albert Road from six to 11. The proposals include a rear extension and roof alterations.
Barnet4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 15
Property & Planning · CricklewoodDollis Hill home extension plans submitted to Brent Council
Plans for a single-storey rear extension and patio have been submitted to Brent Council for a property at 320 Dollis Hill Lane. The application seeks a lawful development certificate for the proposed works.
Cricklewood2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 30 · Hype 10
Property & Planning · High BarnetSpurs pursue Whitewebbs women's academy despite legal defeat
Tottenham Hotspur's ambition for a women's academy at Whitewebbs Park in High Barnet remains unchanged, according to the club's chief executive. This comes after planning permission was quashed by a High Court judge.
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WorldDusty Knuckle bakery to open third London site
The Dusty Knuckle, a bakery known for its sourdough and social mission, is set to open its third permanent London location on Blackstock Road. The site, formerly home to Il Cavaliere, received approval for new signage from Hackney Council.
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Property & Planning · FinchleyO2 Centre O2 Centre redevelopment plans approved by Camden Council
Camden Council's planning committee has approved revised plans for the O2 Centre redevelopment in Finchley Road. The changes permit taller buildings and reduce the number of affordable homes, with developer Landsec citing rising construction costs and interest rates.
Finchley3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 58 · Hype 41
WorldHigh Court rejects challenge to Chinese embassy at Royal Mint site
The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge by the Royal Mint Court Residents' Association against planning permission for a Chinese embassy in London. Judges ruled the government had properly considered concerns over espionage and safety, including fire risks and diplomatic immunity.
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WorldHarrow Council approves new seven-storey flat block
Harrow Council has granted permission for a seven-storey apartment block on Station Road, replacing a restaurant with 12 homes and ground-floor commercial space. The decision faced opposition due to noise concerns and a lack of affordable housing.
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WorldJudge Quashes Spurs Training Centre Plans at Whitewebbs Park
A judge has overturned planning permission for Tottenham Hotspur's proposed women's and girls' training centre at Whitewebbs Park. The decision came after a judicial review brought by the Guardians of Whitewebbs campaign group, with the new council leadership withdrawing its defence.
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Property & Planning · HendonSilk Stream West Hendon Homes Approved to Rise
Barnet Council's planning committee has unanimously approved an expansion of the Silk Stream project in West Hendon, adding 227 homes. The development will now feature 1,564 homes in total, with a significant increase in affordable housing units.
Hendon3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 58
Property & PlanningEast Barnet Pub Approved as HMO Despite Backdating
Enfield Council has granted part retrospective planning permission for the former Station Tavern pub in East Barnet to be used as a house in multiple occupation (HMO). The approval backdates permission to April this year, despite evidence suggesting prior use.
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WorldEnfield Council Approves HMO Despite Previous Refusals
Enfield Council has granted retrospective planning permission for a house in multiple occupation (HMO) at the former Station Tavern, despite two previous applications for the site being refused. Evidence suggests the property was already in use as an HMO before permission was granted.
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Property & Planning · Burnt OakEdgware Site Faces Major Redevelopment Plans
Plans for a significant redevelopment of a site on Burnt Oak Broadway in Edgware have been submitted to Barnet Council. The complex proposal involves demolishing parts of an existing structure, restoring other sections, and adding new construction.
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