The City of London Corporation has resolved to approve Royal London's office-led development on Holborn Viaduct and Farringdon Street.

The Planning and Transportation Committee backed the plans for the 36,000m2 scheme designed by PLP Architecture which will stand 10 floors tall on Holborn Viaduct and 12 floors on Farringdon Street. The site is located at a gateway to the Culture Mile.

Alastair Moss, Chair of the City Corporation’s Planning and Transportation Committee commented: “This unique scheme embraces the history of the site through the celebration of the Gatehouse, while also providing much needed high-quality flexible office space for the City.

“Schemes which boost vibrancy and accessibility, such as this development on Holborn Viaduct, will continue to help in drawing people to the City for work and play when Government guidance allows.

“With a business occupier already expressing interest in the development for its London headquarters, it is clear that the City office market is not only surviving – it is thriving.”

Philip Sutton, Head of Development at Royal London Asset Management, said: “We are thrilled that planning permission has been approved.

“This is an exciting opportunity to regenerate this corner of Holborn Viaduct, delivering a BREEAM Outstanding building which makes a significant contribution to the wider public realm.

“The development will strengthen London’s reputation as a global business centre, providing quality commercial space that prioritises wellness and future ways of working, whilst also strengthening our market leading sustainability standards.”

City of London Planning application ref. no. 21/00755/FULMAJ.