Head of Development Management
The Head of Development Management role at Richmond upon Thames Council holds delegated authority for planning application approvals, including the Clifford House scheme.
Richmond upon Thames Council's Planning Committee recently approved two planning applications in September 2026, demonstrating ongoing development management activity. The Head of Development Management role within the council holds delegated authority for approving certain planning applications.
This delegated authority includes the Clifford House development application, which was approved in March 2026. The scheme for 424 Upper Richmond Road West will increase residential units from eight to twelve and will be car-free, except for disabled parking.
The Head of Development Management role may also have authority delegated for future applications, such as the proposed Shacklegate Lane Allotment Cemetery Conversion. The council's Planning Committee continues to consider various planning proposals.
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