Planning forms an important part of the work of Ruislip Residents’ Association. Only by monitoring the planning applications that are submitted to Hillingdon Council can we maintain the quality of our built environment, and ensure that quality housing is being built for our residents, both existing and newcomers.
On this page you will find articles on particular major applications, and more general planning updates.*
The Ruislip Residents’ Association has formally requested a management review of the St Martin’s Car Park development, citing serious procedural failings and a lack of evidence regarding heritage and traffic safety. This follows a critical report from Historic England’s Greater London Archaeological Advisory Service (GLAAS) warning that the application should be refused unless urgent archaeological […]
The RRA raised concerns regarding Archaeology and Validation Procedures that should be followed with respect to the revised Desk-Based Archaeological Assessment (DBA) dated 18 February 2026, which appeared on the planning portal on 19 February; Validation without accessible archaeological information At the point of validation, it was concerning that the DBA originally uploaded to the […]
Following serious concerns regarding outdated evidence and procedural flaws in the planning assessment for 73 High Street, we have escalated the matter to Hillingdon Council’s Planning Department. Below is our formal request for a Management Review, sent on 25th February: Request for Management Review – Officer Report Accuracy and Procedural Conduct Ref: 14252/APP/2025/2753, 73 High […]
Hi further to the last update in July 2025 What is happening at 2 Midcroft in Ruislip? | Ruislip Residents’ Association The planning application to demolish the old petrol station at 2 Midcroft and built a block of 7 flats was approved by LBH planning on 30th January. This ends 18 years of uncertainty concerning […]
Planning Applications Submitted within CA in January 2026 Ref Address Application Date of Application 14226/APP/ 2025/3062 54 High Street Barclays Bank Change of use of part ground & first floor from a financial and professional services (Use Class E (c)) to residential. Erection of rear dormers, raising of roof ridge on rear section of the […]
For over 100 years, the Ruislip Residents' Association has sought to protect and represent the interests of local residents. No issue is too big or too small, whether raised by a group or an individual. It also advises members on how they may progress their concerns independently if they prefer.
Patricia Wardle
Honorary Secretary
Ruislip Residents’ Association
231 Rye House
161 High Street
Ruislip
Middlesex HA4 8JY
Historically, Ruislip is in the hundred of Elthorne, in the county of Middlesex, but for modern administrative purposes it is part of the London Borough of Hillingdon. Answers to many questions about services in and around Ruislip can be found on Hillingdon’s website:
Areas surrounding Ruislip are covered by other Residents’ Associations, so here are links to them:
