1 Undershaft S278 Project
City of London councillors are considering the initiation of the 1 Undershaft Section 278 project, involving a new road and public realm works.
City of London councillors reviewed the initiation of the Section 278 project for the 1 Undershaft development in October 2026. The Streets and Walkways Sub (Planning and Transportation) Committee considered the project, which involves constructing a new road to a new alignment. It also includes extensive pavement and road reconstruction.
The Section 278 project is fully funded by the developer to accommodate the new tower and enhance pedestrian priority in surrounding streets. This work is part of the planning approval for the development at 1 Undershaft, City of London.
Key facts
- City of London councillors reviewed the initiation of the Section 278 project for 1 Undershaft in October 2026. Source
- The Streets and Walkways Sub (Planning and Transportation) Committee considered the project's initiation. Source
- The project involves constructing a new road and extensive pavement and road reconstruction. Source
- The Section 278 project is fully funded by the developer. Source
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