London Borough of Bexley Council
Bexley Council's Planning Committee is making decisions on residential developments and commercial applications.
In September 2026, Bexley Council's Planning Committee approved several residential developments, including the conversion of a Bexleyheath property into two homes and six residential applications, some for Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs), despite resident concerns. The committee also approved the expansion of a supported living home in Sidcup from 10 to 17 bedrooms in September 2026.
In July 2026, the Planning Committee approved a new community and learning centre, four new dwellings in Sidcup, and extended hours for a McDonald's and a martial arts studio. However, decisions on a Golf Pod facility and a residential development in Bexleyheath were deferred in July 2026. The Community Safety Scrutiny Project Sub Group is scheduled to meet on September 30, 2026.
Bexley Council is facing a projected budget gap of £21.8 million by 2030, according to its Medium-Term Financial Strategy updated in July 2026. In July 2026, the Public Cabinet approved a Fostering Strategy aiming to recruit 80 new foster carers, and the council secured £2 million for library upgrades and plans £2 million for playground improvements.
Key facts
- Bexley Council's Planning Committee approved plans to convert a Bexleyheath property into two residential units in September 2026. Source
- Bexley Council's Planning Committee approved six residential development applications, including HMOs, in September 2026. Source
- Bexley Council's Planning Committee approved the expansion of a supported living home in Sidcup from 10 to 17 bedrooms in September 2026. Source
- Bexley Council is facing a projected budget gap of £21.8 million by 2030, according to its Medium-Term Financial Strategy in July 2026. Source
- The Public Cabinet approved a Fostering Strategy in July 2026, aiming to recruit 80 new foster carers. Source
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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.