Councillor Martin Klute

Planning Sub Committee A - Thursday, 19th June, 2025 7.30 pm

At a meeting of the Islington Planning Sub-Committee A, councillors refused an application to build a roof terrace at 2-3 Hanover Yard following concerns about noise and the impact on the conservation area[^1]. Councillors approved a separate application to demolish a commercial garage and erect a mixed-use building at 3 Middleton Mews, which will include residential and office space, after revisions were made to address previous concerns.

Planning Committee - Monday, 2nd June, 2025 7.30 pm

The Islington Council Planning Committee met to discuss and approve a planning application for the Bemerton Estate South, involving the demolition of garages and construction of new dwellings and community space. The committee approved the application with amendments to ensure flexibility in the provision of affordable housing and to include resident engagement in the design of play spaces and landscaping.

Annual Council - Thursday, 15th May, 2025 7.15 pm

At the Annual Council meeting, Councillor Jason Jackson was elected as Mayor of Islington, becoming the first black man to hold the post. Councillor Rosalyn Ngongoro was appointed as Deputy Mayor, and councillors were assigned to various committees and outside organisations. The council also formally appointed Paul Clarke as Interim Section 151 Officer[^1].

Planning Sub Committee B - Thursday, 8th May, 2025 7.30 pm

The Islington Council Planning Sub Committee B met on 8 May 2025, to discuss two planning applications. The committee refused an application for the construction of a dwelling at the rear of 49 Richmond Avenue, London, N1 0LX due to concerns about design, quality of accommodation, sustainability and fire safety. They approved, with amendments to conditions, an application for the demolition of a workshop and erection of a dwelling to the rear of 4-6 Shaftesbury Road, London, N19 4QN.

Planning Committee - Monday, 3rd March, 2025 7.30 pm

The Planning Committee approved the application to redevelop 48 Chiswell Street. As part of their decision the Committee amended Condition 27 of the planning decision to ensure that part of the development's roof could not be used as a terrace. They also secured a commitment from the applicant to meet them halfway and increase their contribution to the Council's Affordable Workspace scheme from £2,875,000 to £2,937,500.