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Lambeth Council is addressing a projected £9.3 million overspend while approving new housing developments and making licensing decisions.

Lambeth Council is currently addressing a projected £9.3 million overspend for the first quarter of 2026/27, attributed partly to increased costs for temporary accommodation, as reported to the Cabinet in September 2026. This comes as the council is reportedly intended to re-let converted Houses of Multiple Occupation on St James' Estate as temporary accommodation, a situation raised at a Southwark Council Assembly in September 2026.

In September 2026, the council's Cabinet approved the Site Allocations Development Plan Document, aiming for 830 new homes. The Planning Applications Committee also approved developments in September 2026, including 69 additional homes at Wyvil Road with enhanced affordable housing, 46 new social rent homes, and a co-living development on Clapham Road with 134 rooms. Plans for 1,097 homes at Vauxhall Square were approved in September 2026, with 25% affordable housing.

The council's Licensing Sub-Committee made several decisions in September 2026, granting a licence for an Amazon distribution hub despite resident objections and a late licence for Clapham bar Mimosa with conditions. However, a licence for Arch 600B Ferndale Road was refused in August 2026 due to concerns over public nuisance and safety. Separately, councillors expressed concern in September 2026 over the withdrawal of funding for Kennington Skate Park.

Key facts

  1. 182 households on St James' Estate are being displaced as their homes are sold and intended to be re-let to Lambeth Council as temporary accommodation. Source
  2. Lambeth Council is facing a projected £9.3 million overspend in its first quarter financial performance for 2026/27. Source
  3. Lambeth Council's Cabinet approved the Site Allocations Development Plan Document (SADPD) in September 2026, paving the way for approximately 830 new homes. Source
  4. The Planning Applications Committee approved a development in September 2026 that will add 69 homes to Wyvil Road, bringing the total to 347 homes. Source
  5. A co-living development at 68-86 Clapham Road was approved in September 2026, providing 134 co-living rooms and four self-contained homes. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 7

  1. Highland Road Redevelopment Gets Green Light for 16 New Homes Lambeth Council's Planning Applications Committee has granted conditional planning permission for the redevelopment of 3 Highland Road, paving the way for 16 new homes. Lambeth 27 March 2026
  2. West Norwood Alcohol Licence Granted with Modified Hours A West Norwood convenience store has been granted a new alcohol licence, allowing it to sell alcohol until 1 am seven days a week. AA Plus London, located at 98-100 Knights... Lambeth 27 March 2026
  3. Lambeth Council Reaffirms 10,000 New Homes Target with 40% Affordable Homes Goal Lambeth Council has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering at least 10,000 new homes over the next decade, with a significant focus on ensuring 40% of these are genuinely... Lambeth 25 March 2026
  4. Lambeth Council Approves Accelerated New Homes Programme to Address Housing Crisis Lambeth Council has approved plans to accelerate its New Homes Programme (NHP), aiming to deliver at least 10,000 new homes over the next decade with a target of 40% affordable... Lambeth 25 March 2026
  5. Lambeth Council Approves Ambitious New Homes Programme Lambeth Council has approved an ambitious New Homes Programme, aiming to deliver at least 10,000 new homes over the next decade, with a target of 40% being genuinely affordable.... Lambeth 25 March 2026
  6. Wandsworth Council Reviews Vauxhall Square Development Concerns, Citing Daylight, Sunlight, and Park Connectivity Issues Wandsworth Council's Planning Applications Committee has reviewed observations on a significant mixed-use development proposed for Vauxhall Square in the neighbouring borough of... Wandsworth 19 March 2026
  7. Macan Lounge licence revoked after repeated breaches Lambeth Council has revoked the premises licence for Macan Lounge following repeated breaches of licensing objectives, including those related to public safety and public... Lambeth 15 March 2026
  8. Milan Pizzeria Granted Late Licence Despite Exceeding Council Policy Lambeth Council's Licensing Sub-Committee has granted a new premises licence for Milan Pizzeria, allowing it to serve late-night refreshments until 2:00 AM on Fridays and... Lambeth 15 March 2026