Issue

overdevelopment

17 stories · discussed at 11 council meetings · 15 councils

Development that is considered excessive in relation to the size of the site or surrounding area, potentially leading to negative impacts. Overdevelopment, the development of a site to a degree that is considered excessive or inappropriate for its size or context.

Latest stories

  1. Southdean Gardens Extension Approved Despite Objections Wandsworth Council's Planning Applications Committee has approved plans for a single-storey rear extension, a two-storey side extension, and a rear mansard roof extension at 3... Wandsworth 18 September 2026
  2. Mobile home plan refused in Biggin Hill due to overdevelopment concerns Bromley Council's Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 has refused permission for a mobile home to be sited at 7 Jail Lane, Biggin Hill. The decision was made during a meeting held on... Bromley 14 September 2026
  3. Bexley approves HMO conversions despite parking fears Bexley Council's Planning Committee has approved six residential development applications, including several changes of use to Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs), despite... Bexley 4 September 2026
  4. Croydon Council approves 6 new flats at Hayes Lane Croydon Council's Planning Committee has approved plans for a new six-flat residential development at 233 Hayes Lane in Kenley, a decision made during a meeting on Thursday,... Croydon 23 August 2026
  5. Residential Development Plan Deferred in Bexleyheath Bexley Council's Planning Committee has deferred a decision on a proposed residential development at 24 Broomfield Road, Bexleyheath, citing concerns over the scale and massing... Bexley 29 July 2026
  6. Kidbrooke Extension Granted After Stealth HMO Fears Six new homes have been approved for development on land to the rear of 39-50 Vicarage Park, Plumstead, despite numerous objections from residents. The Local Planning Committee... Greenwich 15 July 2026
  7. Greenwich Council Approves Six New Homes Despite Objections Greenwich Council has approved plans for six new homes on land to the rear of Vicarage Park, Plumstead, despite numerous objections from local residents. The decision was made... Greenwich 15 July 2026
  8. Liberty House mixed-use development approved by Hammersmith and Fulham committee 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... Hammersmith and Fulham 10 July 2026