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From the council’s own planning register, read in full from 2007. One of the councils’ registers on one map in Town Planner Pro.
Town Planner Pro holds 26,419 planning applications from the planning register of Waltham Forest, read in full from 2007 to 15 October 2026. Of the 22,692 approved or refused, 78% were approved. In the last twelve months 1,909 were approved or refused, 79% approved. Figures as at 11 November 2026; the register was last read on 8 November 2026.
26,419
applications held
78%
of those approved or refused, approved
1,909
approved or refused in the last 12 months, 79% approved
648
pending on the register
By year
By the year the council validated each application (received, where no date of validation is given). % approved is of those approved or refused.
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused | Withdrawn | % approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to date | 1,775 | 1,003 | 272 | 25 | 79% |
| 2025 | 2,167 | 1,585 | 434 | 59 | 79% |
| 2024 | 2,768 | 1,831 | 719 | 88 | 72% |
| 2023 | 2,850 | 1,865 | 701 | 133 | 73% |
| 2022 | 3,343 | 2,328 | 690 | 204 | 77% |
| 2021 | 3,827 | 2,741 | 724 | 232 | 79% |
| 2020 | 3,210 | 2,149 | 766 | 218 | 74% |
| 2019 | 2,317 | 1,707 | 474 | 111 | 78% |
| 2018 | 541 | 381 | 96 | 59 | 80% |
| 2017 | 82 | 45 | 9 | 22 | 83% |
| 2016 | 31 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 85% |
| 2015 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 100% |
| 2014 | 53 | 7 | 4 | 41 | 64% |
| 2013 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 67% |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0% |
| 2011 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 100% |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2009 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
92% of the applications held are on the map, placed by the council’s own point or red line, the property, or the postcode. Outcomes are the register’s; an application whose outcome is not yet read counts in none of the three.
The appeals decided here are in the appeal record for Waltham Forest London Borough Council.
Newest applications in Waltham Forest
The 40 most recently validated, newest first.
- Pendingvalid 15 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262375
Oriana House, 11 11 Grange Park Road, London, E10 5EP
Oriana House
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 15 October 2026· Householder262311
45 Silverthorn Gardens, E4 8BW
Demolition of existing garage and construction of a first floor side extension and alterations to the roof including replacement of the flat roof into a two storey rear extension. Replacement of the single storey rear extension. together with installation of three rooflights, solar panels, replacement and enlarged windows, new outbuilding, and external alterations including cladding, retiling and re-rendering.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 14 October 2026· Householder262374
58 Badlis Road, E17 5LQ
Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, together with installation of two roof lights to front roof slope.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 14 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262366
46 Goldsborough Crescent, Chingford, E4 6PZ
46 Goldsborough Crescent - Porch
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 14 October 2026· Full planning permission262323
The Mews, 2 Truro Road, Walthamstow, E17 7BY
Conversion of the existing two-storey building, currently empty and previously used as a commercial space, to provide 2 x two-bedroom residential flats. • Ground floor: one 2-bedroom / 3-person flat of approximately 63.5 sq m GIA, with open-plan kitchen/living/dining accommodation, two bedrooms, sanitary accommodation and storage. • First floor: one 2-bedroom / 3-person flat of approximately 62.5 sq m GIA, with open-plan kitchen/living/dining accommodation, two bedrooms, sanitary accommodation and storage.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262364
26 Rosebank Grove, Walthamstow, E17 6RD
26 ROSEBANK GROVE (CLP LOFT)
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission262363
26 Rosebank Grove, Walthamstow, E17 6RD
Demolition of the existing extension, Erection of single storey rear infill extension.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262362
9 Richmond Crescent, Chingford, E4 9RT
9 Richmond Crescent CLP
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission262361
5 Gaywood Road, Walthamstow, E17 4QA
Single-storey wraparound kitchen extension with double-pitched roof and 7no. rooflights
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262360
5 Gaywood Road, Walthamstow, E17 4QA
5 Gaywood Rd, E17 4QA - Lawful Development
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Removal/Variation of a condition262348
33 Westerham Road, Leyton, E10 7AE
33A Westerham Road conditions
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission262322
43 Hillside Gardens, Walthamstow, E17 3RH
7 x 3 m outbuilding to be used as a garden office and shed.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission262306
17 Leybourne Road, Leytonstone, E11 3BS
Rear side extension to form enclosed courtyard.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Full planning permission262271
650-652, 650 - 652 High Road Leytonstone, Leytonstone, E11 3AA
Change of Use from Use Class E (a) to Use Class E (d) with 24 hours use permitted.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission262256
7 Peasmead Terrace, 7 New Road, Chingford, E4 6NU
Formation of dropped kerb/vehicle crossover. The kerb will be build of permeable materials. I have applied in 2020 for planning permission to lower the kerb and had it granted but have not build the drive way in time and the planning had expired. I am reapplying now for planning permission .
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Householder262355
Application 262355
Construction of single storey rear extension.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262356
1 Hampton Road, Leytonstone, E11 4BZ
1 Hampton Road (LOFT CLD)
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262351
131 Withy Mead, Chingford, E4 6JW
131 Withy Mead
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Full planning permission262350
38 Borwick Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 6RA
- Erection of a single-storey side infill extension; - Installation of 3 Velux rooflights; - Installation of rear-facing French doors; - Installation of 1 rear window; - Construction of 1 lightwell; - Installation of 1 access door to the lightwell; - Relocation and resizing of 1 side window.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Full planning permission262349
306 High Road Leytonstone, Leytonstone, E11 3HS
This application is for any changes relating to the internal configuration of the living spaces in the rear of the property, as well as some changes to the windows. No extension to the property is sought, however, this application proposes an outhouse at the back of the garden, where there will be no impact to the neighbouring residents. The materials have been selected to match the existing and have minimal impact on the appearance of the property. The works to the existing flat will comprise of: Replacing the glazing of the existing three windows in the bay at the front of the property, that currently have faux-leading, with clear glazing. Replacing the existing window on the side elevation, that currently has clear glazing, with frosted glass for privacy as the bathroom will be relocated here. Introducing a glazed skylight within the flat roof of the existing rear extension. This will have a minimal black metal frame and grey roof flashing will be selected to match the existing colour. On the rear elevation, the existing window and door on the existing extension will be partially filled and clad in a white render finish to match the existing. A wider opening will be introduced to allow for a full height double door glazed opening to the rear private garden. This window will be a white u-PVC double glazed window with no additional glazing bars. The works will also include the erection of an outbuilding in the rear garden which will have a total footprint of 16sqm, which will include a 9.1sqm office space, with an adjacent shed (3.2sqm). The maximum height of this outbuilding will be 2.5m and feature a flat roof and the outbuilding will be clad in black timber. A glazed bifold door will provide access, light and ventilation to the space, and this will be black u-PVC double glazing with no additional glazing bars. A timber clad door for the shed will be minimal in structure, allowing this to blend seamlessly into the elevation. Boundary treatments will remain unaffected by the proposal.…
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Householder planning permission262346
59 Falmouth Avenue, Chingford, E4 9QR
Demolition of Existing Side Conservatory and Proposed Single Storey Side and Rear Wrap-Around Extension and Internal Alterations.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262341
74 Forest Glade, Chingford, E4 9RJ
74 Forest Glade, E4 9RJ - Lawful Development
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 12 October 2026· Full planning permission262335
51 Millais Road, Leytonstone, E11 4HB
SINGLE STOREY REAR AND INFILL EXTENSIONS.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 9 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262340
21 Beverley Road, Chingford, E4 9PL
Lawful Development Certificate 21a Beverly road
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 9 October 2026· Tree works: Trees in conservation areas/subject to TPOs262339
66 Wellington Avenue, Chingford, E4 6RE
66 wellington avenue
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 9 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262318
32 Wood Lane, Woodford Green, IG8 9TE
D617 - R0 - PD - 32 Wood Lane, IG8 9TE
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 9 October 2026· Householder planning permission262313
15 Elphinstone Road, Walthamstow, E17 5EZ
Erection of a single-storey rear extension with a basement below.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 9 October 2026· Non-Material Amendment262308
366 Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, E10 7LD
Potters House - Air Conditioning Replacement: Non-Material Amendment
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Full planning permission262331
36A Lytton Road, Leytonstone, E11 1JH
Construction of single storey wraparound rear extension, together with installation of two rooflights to flat roof.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Householder planning permission262324
148 Gloucester Road, Walthamstow, E17 6AF
Demolition of existing lean-to and awning, and construction of a single-storey rear extension
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Householder planning permission262300
97 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8HW
Retention of alterations to front, rear and side elevations, including alterations to fenestration and external materials, installation of window to side elevation at loft level, removal of chimney stack and alterations to front and side boundary treatment.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262287
71 Bateman Road, Chingford, E4 8ND
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) – Construction of a rear dormer loft conversion, together with installation of two-four roof lights to front and sides of existing roof’s.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Removal/Variation of a condition262270
101D Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DJ
Variation of conditions 2 (Approved Plans) and 3 (Opening Hours)attached to planning permission reference 261437, granted13 August 2026, to allow for revised taproom opening hours,installation of external plant and ventilation equipment,alterations to rear elevation, external lighting and signage.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Householder planning permission262260
20 Vincent Road, Chingford, E4 9PP
Construction of a single storey rear infill extension.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Full planning permission262258
194 High Road Leytonstone, Leytonstone, E11 3HU
Change of use of part of the ground floor at 194 High Road Leytonstone, E11 3HU, from Class E (training provider) to one self-contained studio flat (Class C3), with the front part of the ground floor retained in active use as a construction training provider (Class E). No external alterations. (similar development approved at 88 Cann Hall Road London E11 3JF)
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 7 October 2026· Householder planning permission262075
133 Fyfield Road, Walthamstow, E17 3RA
A single-storey side extension to increase internal ground-floor space for improved living accommodation.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 6 October 2026· Full planning permission262262
25 Church Hill Road, Walthamstow, E17 9RX
Conversion of an existing detached garage to ancillary accommodation associated with the existing ground-floor flat, including replacement of the existing timber side-hinged garage doors with uPVC glazed French doors. No increase to the existing footprint or external dimensions of the garage is proposed.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 6 October 2026· Full planning permission261778
166 Westward Road, Chingford, E4 8QQ
Subdivision of the land at No.166 and construction of a 2 two-storey building with roof accomodation comprising six self-contained flats (1 x 1-bed and 5 x 2-bed) including front and rear facing dormers. Works include retention of a dropped kerb to facilitate the provision of one car parking space, secure cycle storage, ramped access, bin storage and associated landscaping.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 6 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262321
79 Salop Road, Walthamstow, E17 7HS
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof (with French doors and safety railings), and roof extension above two storey outrigger, with installation of two roof lights to front roof slope.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 6 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262315
88 College Gardens, Chingford, E4 7LN
Lawful development certificate (Proposed) for the construction of a single storey rear garden outbuilding.
The council’s page
Latest decisions in Waltham Forest
- Refuseddecided 16 October 2026· Full planning permission261146
290 High Road Leyton, Leyton
Formation of a lightwell to the front pavement and installation a replacement window to the side elevation.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Householder planning permission261943
18 Gainsford Road, E17 6QB
Construction of a single storey rear extension
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Householder planning permission261938
21 Hartley Road, Leytonstone, E11 3BL
Construction of a single storey rear infill extension.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Householder planning permission261931
11 Woodside Park Avenue, E17 3NP
Construction of a single storey rear extension
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 16 October 2026· Full planning permission261890
25 Lower Hall Lane, E4 8JG
Change of use from a single-family dwelling house (Use Class C3) to a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) comprising 6 people (Use Class C4)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Full planning permission261503
Ground Floor, 21 St James Street, E17 7PJ
Installation of an extraction flue to the rear of 21 St James Street, Walthamstow, London E17 7PJ.
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 16 October 2026· Removal/Variation of a condition261380
3 Lemna Road, E11 1HX
Variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) attached to planning appeal reference APP/U5930/W/24/3357679, granted 01/05/2025 (attached to planning application reference 240259) to allow for following works:the removal of front boundary wall2 additional parking spaces at the front of the buildingInstallation of 2 EV charge points at the front elevation of the buildingRemoval of enter sign,new Aco drain and exit sign and droppable parking bollards at entance and exit alongwith removal of brick wall to the side of building near separation gap for pedestriansIncrease in the width of driveway tarmac from 2.715m to 3.667m.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· All Other240626
Carlton House, 14 Aylmer Road, E11 3AD
Listed Building Consent for Conversion of the property from a dwellinghouse to 6 self-contained flats, including internal alterations to layout. Construction of dormer windows to the front and rear elevations. Alterations to front elevation including installation of external staircase and excavation at front to provide basement courtyard. Removal of rear upstand wall to basement. Associated works to include hard and soft landscaping to front and rear together with refuse/recycling storage and bicycle storage facilities.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Full planning permission232161
Carlton House, 14 Aylmer Road, Leytonstone, E11 3AD
Conversion of the property from a dwellinghouse to 6 self-contained flats, including internal alterations to layout. Construction of dormer windows to the front and rear elevations. Alterations to front elevation including installation of external staircase and excavation at front to provide basement courtyard. Removal of rear upstand wall to basement. Associated works to include hard and soft landscaping to front and rear together with refuse/recycling storage and bicycle storage facilities.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262016
11 Withy Mead, E4 6JY
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a hip to gable side roof extension, and dormer roof extension to main rear roof, together with installation of three roof lights to front roof slope.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 16 October 2026· Householder planning permission262007
28 Moreland Way, E4 6SG
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 16 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262005
13 Canning Road, E17 6LT
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, and roof extension above two storey outrigger, with installation of two roof lights to front roof slope.
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 15 October 2026· Full planning permission261966
First Floor Flat 2, 39 Larkshall Road, Chingford, E4 7HS
Demolition of the existing garden shed and replace it with a proposed single-storey outbuilding.
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 15 October 2026· Removal/Variation of a condition261932
224 Sinclair Road, Chingford, E4 8PT
Removal of Conditions 3 (Materials) 4 (Landscaping), 5 (Boundary Treatment) and 6 (Drainage) attached to planning appeal reference APP/U5930/W/25/3360586, granted 22/08/2025 (attached to planning application reference 241891).
The council’s page - Approveddecided 15 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262046
1 Cambrian Road, E10 7JE
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, and roof extension above two storey outrigger, with installation of two roof lights to front roof slope.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 15 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262023
70 Brook Crescent, Chingford, E4 9ET
70, Brook Crescent, Chingford, London E4 9ET
The council’s page - Approveddecided 15 October 2026· All Other262019
65,Burwell Road, Leyton, London,, 65 Burwell Road, E10 7QG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of hip to gable side roof extension, construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, installation of two rooflights to front roof slope and installation of window to side gable elevation.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 15 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262012
66 Barclay Road, Walthamstow, E17 9JJ
66 Barclay Road (LOFT CLD)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 15 October 2026· Lawful development: Proposed use262006
73 Westminster Gardens, E4 6ER
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a single storey rear extension.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 14 October 2026· Tree works: Trees in conservation areas/subject to TPOs261967
Hazelwood House, 15 Connaught Avenue
Works to a tree protected by preservation order. Oak T31 - Crown lift up to 4m reduce back from Hazelwood House by 2m, reduce the lateral branches all round to shape and remove the major dead wood through out the crown.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 14 October 2026· Householder planning permission261832
4 St Peters Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 3PU
Construction of a single storey rear extension, with installation of solar panels to extension roof and roof of existing dormer roof extension (Amended description)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 14 October 2026· Full planning permission261988
68 Hale End Road, E17 4BQ
Change of use from Residential Care home (Use Class C3(b)) to Residential Children's Home (Use Class C2)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 14 October 2026· Householder planning permission261986
11 St Peters Avenue, E17 3PU
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 13 October 2026· Householder planning permission261971
31 Farnborough Avenue, E17 6HX
Construction of a single storey wraparound rear extension.
The council’s page - Approveddecided 13 October 2026· Full planning permission261863
59 Brettenham Road, E17 5AZ
Construction of a single storey outbuilding within the rear garden.
The council’s page
From the planning register of Waltham Forest, read by Town Planner Pro. Descriptions are the council’s own words; some registers cut them short in their lists. No applicant’s or agent’s details are kept, and a personal name within a description is shown as [name]. The council’s register is the record: check its own page before relying on an entry. This page is research, not advice.