Hammersmith and Fulham's Planning and Development Control Committee has granted full planning permission for a significant mixed-use development at Liberty House, located at 76-80 Hammersmith Road. The approved plans involve the partial demolition, reconfiguration, and extension of existing buildings, along with the erection of new structures.
The development will feature a 10-storey building designated for life science and office accommodation, and a part 5/part 9-storey building to house a hotel. Ancillary facilities will include café and restaurant spaces, conferencing rooms, a gym, and new public realm areas with landscaping. The decision was made subject to the completion of a satisfactory legal agreement and adherence to specified conditions.
To address concerns about noise and disturbance, a Construction Management Plan (CMP)
and a Construction Logistics Plan (CLP)
will be implemented prior to construction. These plans will detail control measures and monitoring for noise, vibration, lighting, and restrictions on working hours. For the operational phase, a Delivery and Servicing Management Plan (DSMP)
will manage delivery times to avoid peak hours, ensure emergency access, and outline waste collection procedures. Similar measures, such as conditions regarding external noise from machinery and generators, and limitations on operating hours, have been imposed on other developments in the borough, including The Clarence, 148 North End Road, London W14 9PP
and Land West of Macfarlane Road and East Side of Frithville Gardens, London W12 7LA
.
The application had been subject to extensive pre-application engagement and consultation, receiving 52 representations from local residents. Primary objections centered on concerns of overdevelopment, impact on Brook Green's character, noise, disturbance, and cumulative impacts with other ongoing developments. The Greater London Authority (GLA) provided a Stage 1 response, generally positive but raising concerns regarding carbon emissions and heritage asset impacts, which were addressed through conditions and planning obligations.
