Planning Applications in
Greenwich
Greenwich has a population of approximately 300,000 and is part of the London region. Search any postcode in Greenwich to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
Greenwich Council is often written as RBG. The authority covers Woolwich, Eltham and Greenwich and the surrounding parishes.
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Search any Greenwich postcode above, then save it to a free PlanWatch account so it is ready next time. Paid plans add email alerts for new applications near a saved postcode, sent within hours of them reaching the council register.
Planning Application Types in Greenwich
Based on 2540 applications tracked between 2024-03-01 and 2026-10-27.
Full
44% of all applications
Householder
11% of all applications
Certificate of Lawfulness
11% of all applications
Conditions
8% of all applications
Tree Works
8% of all applications
Change of Use
6% of all applications
Greenwich Planning Statistics
Data period: 2024-03-01 to 2026-10-27 · Updated 28 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Greenwich
PlanWatch currently holds 2,540 Greenwich planning records across 1,114 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2024-03-01 to 2026-10-27. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (1,121), Householder (285), Certificate of Lawfulness (277).
Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.
Planning Battles in Greenwich
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Greenwich area.
Mast Quay Demolition Battle
2023-2025Council issued unprecedented enforcement notice in September 2023 ordering demolition of two tower blocks with 204 luxury flats for breaches including unauthorized height increases and incorrect cladding. Developer appealed, and in January 2025 won the appeal - towers can stay but orange cladding must be removed and £7.82m paid to council for affordable housing and infrastructure.
Why this matters: Enforcement actions can be overturned on appeal - monitoring helps residents understand their rights and developer obligations
Greenwich Peninsula Affordable Housing Reductions
2024Council varied Section 106 agreements on 11 Peninsula plots, lowering affordable housing targets from 35-40% to as low as 15% on some sites. This affected thousands of proposed units, sparking protests and London Assembly questions.
Why this matters: Section 106 variations happen behind closed doors - monitoring council committees reveals affordability sell-outs
Royal Arsenal Objection Ban
2024Residents were controversially 'banned' from objecting to Berkeley Homes' applications for new towers at the Royal Arsenal, sparking protests about lack of democracy at Woolwich Town Hall.
Why this matters: Restrictions on objections are rare but concerning - monitoring ensures residents know their rights to participate
HMO Surge Protests
2025HMO numbers in Greenwich rose from 600 to over 900, prompting protests in areas like Plumstead. Residents rallied against substandard rentals 'ruining the area' with Facebook campaigns gaining thousands of signatures.
Why this matters: HMO registrations are public - monitoring helps identify concentrations before areas become unsustainable
Major Developments to Watch in Greenwich
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Greenwich.
Greenwich Peninsula Regeneration
OngoingMajor transformation of former industrial peninsula with thousands of new homes
Royal Arsenal Woolwich
OngoingBerkeley Homes development with ongoing controversy over affordability and community engagement
What Makes Planning in Greenwich Different
- Labour-controlled council but facing accusations of developer-friendly decisions
- Housing waiting list exceeds 20,000
- Significant development on contaminated land requiring remediation
Greenwich processes high volumes of major applications. Controversy over reducing rather than increasing affordable housing percentages
Key Areas in Greenwich
Average house price £400k-£450k, regenerating peninsula with major development but significant affordability issues
Recent Planning Applications in Greenwich
Latest applications submitted to Greenwich council.
T1 ? Oak: Proposed works: Crown reduction to reduce the overall height from approximately 16 m to 14.5 m and the overall crown spread from approximately 11 m to 9.5 m. Retain a balanced crown and the tree?s natural form. Justification: The tree has historically been managed through crown reductions to this specification to address conflict with neighbouring structures. Beefsteak fungus has been observed at the buttress base, with chicken of the woods recorded on the upper section of the primary stem. These findings indicate decay-related dysfunction requiring consideration in the tree?s ongoing management. The proposed reduction will maintain clearance from neighbouring structures and reduce wind loading on the retained stem and buttress area affected by the noted dysfunction.
1A COLERAINE ROAD, LONDON, SE3 7PF
Yew (096) ? Remove two lower branches which are less than 9cm diameter Reason for application: To prevent children on the estate being able to use the branches to assist climbing up the tree and regularly bounce up and down on the branches. A serious concern is that children will injure themselves by falling out the tree or by breaking the branch. The two limbs being removed will not change the size of the canopy or change its attractive profile.
CENTRAL GARDEN REAR 1-20 & 125-140 TARNWOOD PARK, MOTTINGHAM, LONDON, SE9
Statement of work Rear boundary: Pyracantha - to carefully section fell as close to ground level as possible. To treat stump with appropriate herbicide (eco-plugs) to prevent future regrowth. To cut back climbers growing across fenceline and growing through the canopy.
REAR OF 15-17 DERRICK GARDENS, CHARLTON, SE7 7TA
Acer in the front garden - Tree is approximately 5 metres tall . Only need to take off 2 feet from top and lightly prune over tree to bring into shape
1 CROOMS HILL GROVE, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8HB
T1 = TO CROWN REDUCE 1 X SYCAMORE TREE BY 3.0MTRS THIN BY 25% & LIFT TO 3.5M. T2 = TO FELL 1 X SYCAMORE TREE AS CLOSE TO GROUND LEVEL AS POSSIBLE POOR CONDITION. T3 = TO LATERALLY REDUCE 1 X OAK TREE BY 2M (TO BALANCE THE CROWN) & THIN CANOPY BY 30%. T4 = TO FELL 1 X HOLM OAK TREE AS CLOSE TO GROUND LEVEL AS POSSIBLE TREE HAS A BAD LEAN CAUSING ISSUES WITH THE LISTED WALL. T5 = TO CROWN LIFT 1 X HOLM OAK TREE TO 5.4MTRS LIGHT ACCESS GENERAL MAINTENANCE NEIGHBOURING PROPERTY ENCROACHMENT
3 CHAUNDRYE CLOSE, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 5QB
Official Planning Portal
View and search planning applications directly on the Greenwich council website.
Visit Greenwich planning portal →Objecting to a Planning Application in Greenwich
Greenwich Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Greenwich's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.
Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Greenwich Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Greenwich council planning portal — planning.royalgreenwich.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 28 October 2026
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