180 Piccadilly
Comm Comm UK undertook planning consultation on two schemes - both successful. The second application was big news in the world of construction as the steel was recovered from another building in London. We worked hard with neighbours, including the Royal Academy and Linnean Society, to ensure any impact of construction on their buildings, collections and visitors would be minimised.
Client: GPE (Great Portland Estates)
Borough: City of Westminster
Date: May-December 2023
Our role:
Having managed the communication and public consultation strategy for the original application, Comm Comm UK were appointed for the Section 73 amendment.
Existing site:
Made up of two buildings: 180 Piccadilly and 50 Jermyn Street
Buildings contain a mixture of office space and retail units
Situated within the St James’ Conservation Area.
Scheme deliverables:
Redevelopment to include Grade A office space as well as retail, restaurant and gym uses on the ground floor level
Pioneering project for reusing steelwork, enabling lessons to be shared to help the construction industry to become more sustainable in the future.
Communications undertaken:
Engaged with neighbouring residents, local stakeholders and politicians
Provided detailed information about the proposal on a dedicated project website
Distribution of leaflets locally, offering ways to provide feedback, ask questions and get in touch
Online and in-person meetings with local stakeholders and societies, including Heart of London and the Linnean Society
Statement of Community Involvement drafted for committee.
Status of scheme:
Planning permission granted in September 2023.under delegate authority in early 2024.