Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton win battle to stop 29-storey block being built by Thames
Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton, along with other celebrities, successfully opposed a proposed 29-storey tower on the banks of the River Thames. The planning inspector supported the council's rejection, stating the development would harm the local character and skyline. The developer, Rockwell Property, expressed disappointment over the decision, believing the project would have contributed positively to London's landscape.
- ▪Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton led a campaign against a 29-storey tower proposed by Rockwell Property near Battersea Bridge.
- ▪The planning inspector ruled that the tower would have adverse effects on the character and appearance of the local area.
- ▪Wandsworth council initially rejected the plans due to concerns over excessive height and potential harm to the skyline.
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Architect’s drawing of development near Battersea Bridge in London, which would have rivalled the heights of the famous chimneys on Battersea power station. Photograph: FarrellsView image in fullscreenArchitect’s drawing of development near Battersea Bridge in London, which would have rivalled the heights of the famous chimneys on Battersea power station. Photograph: FarrellsPlanning policyMick Jagger and Eric Clapton win battle to stop 29-storey block being built by ThamesPlanning inspector backs council’s rejection of development which was ‘not exemplary, extraordinary, remarkable or distinctive, just tall’Daniel LavelleSat 16 May 2026 07.35 EDTLast modified on Sat 16 May 2026 07.36 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleCelebrities including Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger have…
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