Plans approved for Landsec’s latest City office scheme

The City of London Corporation Planning Applications Sub-Committee has approved a new office scheme at 1 Little New Street.

To be developed by Landsec, and designed by lead architect Apt, the 20-storey scheme will deliver over 57,000m² of Grade A office space to accommodate around 3,000 employees.

The Hill House proposals are said to contribute to the continued resurgence of the Fleet Street area, providing a unique design with cascading stepped green landscaped terraces.

Along with the much-needed new office space, the development will incorporate the existing Shoe Lane library, alongside flexible and affordable workplaces. In addition, there will be a top floor amenity space and a rooftop suitable for community events, offering outstanding views of the City.

Coupled with the building’s green terraces, are plans to plant 28 new trees along adjacent streets and a larger public realm space, altogether delivering a 500% biodiversity net gain for the area.

Deputy Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Planning and Transportation Committee, Graham Packham, said: “The Hill House scheme is a fantastic example of the new holistic office schemes that the City Corporation are delivering sustainably, across the Square Mile: inclusive, green and respectful of valued community assets, while providing public realm improvements for local residents and visitors.

“Through the City Corporation’s Destination City programme, together with developments like Hill House, we are creating a unique and diverse offer for local workers, residents and visitors, to make the Square Mile a world-leading destination for all to enjoy.”