And finally… New images depict of future City of London skyline

The City of London Corporation has today released updated images of how its City Cluster skyline will look in 2026.

Now including the recently approved 100 Leadenhall Street, the images show the area in the eastern corner of the Square Mile which is home to some of London’s most iconic skyscrapers.

And finally... New images depict of future City of London skyline

View from City Hall looking north

A range of policies set to redefine the area and the wider City of London are currently out for consultation.



Chris Hayward, chairman of the planning and transportation committee at the City of London Corporation, said: “These images remind us that the City’s skyscrapers are some of the most recognisable structures in the UK. But great cities are not made from great buildings alone.

“The ambitious policy proposals outlined in the Transport Strategy and the Local Plan aim to resolve challenges at street level, and in the river, air and open spaces, as well as ensuring that City buildings and infrastructure are more robust than ever.

“These plans will play a central part in shaping the future of the City of London therefore it is vital that we hear from the local residents, workers and key stakeholders that will be impacted.”

And finally... New images depict of future City of London skyline

Aerial view looking west

Key proposals in the 25-year Transport Strategy will see pedestrians prioritised, the implementation of a 15mph speed limit and deliveries reduced by 30% through consolidation centres based outside of the City. Britain’s first large scale Zero Emission Zone covering the City Cluster is also proposed. These proposals will enable the delivery of world-class public realm and make the City’s streets attractive to walk, cycle and spend time.



The Local Plan identifies seven key areas of change where the City Corporation will be promoting sustainable growth. As one of the key areas of change, the City Cluster will grow to close the gap between the Walkie-Talkie and the rest of the cluster of towers.

And finally... New images depict of future City of London skyline

Waterloo Bridge view looking east

The Plan’s development guidance will encourage more flexible and adaptable office floorspace, a policy requiring all new developments to include a greening element and new walking routes through tall buildings will support more animated ground floor spaces, and allow the public to benefit from more navigable and less congested network of City streets.

Developments to be constructed by 2026

 

Height (m)

 

Status

 

22 Bishopsgate

 

294.94 (62 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

52 Lime Street (the Scalpel)

 

206 (36 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

100 Bishopsgate

 

181 (37 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

6-8 Bishopsgate/150 Leadenhall Street

 

185 (50 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

70 St Mary Axe

 

164.3 (21 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

150 Bishopsgate

 

150.92 (41 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

80 Fenchurch Street

 

78 (14 storeys)

 

Under Construction

 

1 Undershaft – the tallest in the Eastern Cluster*

 

304.6 (73 storeys)

 

Consented, Not Commenced – still subject to S106 Approval

 

2-3 Finsbury Avenue (Broadgate) north of the  Eastern Cluster

 

168.4 (32 storeys)

 

Consented, Not Commenced – still subject to S106 Approval

 

100 Leadenhall Street

 

263.4 (56 storeys)

 

Consented, Not Commenced

 

40 Leadenhall Street

 

170 (34 storeys)

 

Consented, Not Commenced

 

130 Fenchurch Street

 

105 (17 storeys)

 

Consented, Not Commenced

 

1 Leadenhall Street (corner of Leadenhall Market)

 

182.7 (36 storeys)    

 

Consented, Not Commenced

 

*120 Fenchurch Street

 

85 (15 storeys)

 

*Completed since last update

 

Images courtesy of GMJ and City of London Corporation


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