The Planning Committee of Harrow Council is scheduled to convene on Wednesday 24 June 2026 to consider a range of planning applications. The agenda includes proposals for new dwellings, changes of use, and listed building consent applications.

Planning Applications Recommended for Grant

The committee is scheduled to consider several planning applications recommended for approval.

76 West Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3ER (PL/2559/25)

This application seeks permission for a change of use from office (Use Class E(g)(i)) to a teaching facility (Use Class F1(a)) at Le Beau House. The proposal is for the John Lyon School to use the building for up to 67 sixth form students. The report notes that the site is locally listed and within the Harrow on the Hill Village Conservation Area. The recommendation is to grant planning permission, subject to a legal agreement to cap the number of students and restrict access via West Street. This agreement would also cover monitoring fees and legal costs. The report highlights that the proposal would provide new social infrastructure and would not adversely impact the character of the conservation area or neighbouring amenities, provided the student numbers and access are managed.

3 Gerard Road, Harrow, HA1 2ND (PL/0974/26)

This application proposes the construction of a new two-storey, five-bedroom semi-detached dwelling with habitable roof space at 3 Gerard Road. The plans include associated parking, landscaping, amenity space, and waste and cycle storage. The site was previously occupied by a semi-detached dwelling that has since been demolished. The recommendation is to grant planning permission, subject to a Section 106 legal agreement. This agreement would secure Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)¹ and address self-build exemption requirements. The report indicates that the proposed dwelling would be proportionate to the site and would not negatively impact the character of the area or neighbouring amenities.

Chestnut Cottage, Church Lane, Pinner, HA5 3AA (PL/1057/26)

This application seeks Listed Building Consent for significant repair and restoration works to Chestnut Cottage. The proposal includes the reconstruction of a flank chimney stack and external walling, removal and re-tiling of the roof, timber frame repairs, and restoration of brick walls and foundations. Urgent stabilisation works have already been undertaken due to the poor condition of the building. The recommendation is to grant Listed Building Consent, subject to conditions. These conditions include requirements for detailed plans of materials, a written scheme of historic building investigation, protection of features, and a precautionary working method statement for bats. The report concludes that the proposed works are necessary to preserve the special interest of the Grade II listed building and its setting within the Pinner High Street Conservation Area.

23 Elms Road, Harrow, HA3 6BB (PL/1149/26)

This application concerns the conversion of a garage into a habitable room at 23 Elms Road, with associated alterations to the front elevation, single-storey roofs, and the installation of rooflights. The proposal also includes the removal of a chimney breast and other external alterations. The recommendation is to grant planning permission, subject to conditions. The report states that the development would not negatively impact the character and appearance of the property or the surrounding area, nor would it unduly affect neighbouring amenities. Conditions will be imposed to ensure obscure glazing for a window facing Flats 1-8, 25 Elms Road, and to restrict further window installations on flank elevations.

Planning Appeals Report

The committee will also receive a report on planning appeals. This report summarises appeal decisions received during the fourth quarter of the 2025-2026 financial year. It details the outcomes of 30 appeals, with 23 dismissed and 5 allowed. The report breaks down appeals by procedure type, including written representations, householder appeals, and enforcement appeals.

Other Agenda Items

The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as noting the attendance of reserve members, agreeing requests for members to speak, and receiving declarations of interest. The minutes of the previous meeting held on 28 May 2026 are also scheduled for confirmation. There will be an opportunity for public questions, and any petitions or deputations received will be presented. The committee will also confirm whether representations from objectors and applicants will be received for planning applications on the agenda.