British Library
Land to the North of the British Library 96 Euston Road London NW1 2DB
About this development
Demolition of the British Library Centre for Conservation, alterations to the British Library and erection of a new building of 12 above-ground storeys and two basement levels for use as library, galleries, learning, business and events spaces (Class F1) and retail and commercial spaces (Class E); provision of internal and external public spaces, landscaping and a community garden; improvement works adjacent to Dangoor Walk; provision of cycle and car parking and servicing facilities including new crossovers; provision of Crossrail 2 infrastructure; means of access; and associated works. THIS APPLICATION IS ACCOMPANIED BY AN ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT
Application type
Full Planning Permission
Learn more about application types
Full planning application
An application to alter, change the use of or construct a building. A full planning application provides all the details of the proposed development in one go.
Outline planning application
An application seeking approval for the principle of the development — including size, layout, uses and key features. The rest of the details are provided later with a reserved matters applications.
Reserved matters application
Provides the additional details that aren't provided in an outline planning application. This could include layout, materials and landscape details.
Application for removal/variation of conditions
Planning applications are often approved with 'conditions', which have to be delivered before, during or after construction. Applicants have to apply to change these conditions.
How the site will be used
- Commercial
- Community
Height
Maximum 12 storeys
Estimated construction time
2024-2029
Application reference
2022/1041/P
How could this affect you?
Any new development in your local area will have an effect on your community.
We've outlined some of the ways we think this development would impact your community, so that you can give us feedback on what's important for us to consider when we're deciding what to give planning permission for.
Open spaces
- 1970
- square metres
How did we calculate this?
Open space includes land and areas of water (such as rivers and canals) which can be used for sport, recreation and relaxation. Applicants calculate the amount of open space, but it's checked by council planners when assessing the application.
New jobs
- 2000-6900
- new roles
How did we calculate this?
The council estimates how many new jobs a new development will produce based on the size and type of development. This estimate is based on the Employment Density Guide (3rd addition) produced by Homes & Community Agency (2015). A summary of this guide is published as part of the Camden Planning Guidance for Employment sites and business premises (Appendix 1).
Carbon emissions
- 39%
- less than minimum requirements
How did we calculate this?
Building regulations set the amount of carbon emissions a development can generate once it is in use. This shows how far below the legal requirements the proposal is.
Pedestrian and vehicle access
Enlargement of existing service access on Midland Road, Creation of drop off layby on Midland Road and creation of crossover to Ossulston Street.
Where are we in the process?
Decision
This planning application has been approved pending legal confirmation.
