Apt’s £250m City block set for approval despite heritage concerns

Hill House

Concerns over demolition of site’s existing 1970s building and impact on nearby listed churches among reasons for objections from Westminster council and campaigners

Apt’s plans for one of the tallest office blocks in the western half of the City of London are set to be approved this week despite heritage objections from Westminster council.

Planning officers have recommended the £250m Hill House scheme for approval ahead of its appearance at a planning committee meeting tomorrow.

This content is available to registered users | Already registered?Login here

You are not currently logged in.

To continue reading this story, sign up for free guest access

Existing Subscriber? LOGIN

REGISTER for free access on selected stories and sign up for email alerts. You get:

  • Up to the minute architecture news from around the UK
  • Breaking, daily and weekly e-newsletters

 

Subscribe to Building Design and you will benefit from:

Gated access promo

  • Unlimited news
  • Reviews of the latest buildings from all corners of the world
  • Technical studies
  • Full access to all our online archives
  • PLUS you will receive a digital copy of WA100 worth over £45

Subscribe now for unlimited access.