Momentum supports approval of another landmark City tower

Momentum Transport Consultancy is proud to celebrate another successful planning consent in the City of London, as Seventy Gracechurch Street receives approval this week. This marks the latest in a series of high-profile projects where Momentum has helped secure planning approval for major commercial developments over the past 14 months.

Our recent work includes:

• 55 Old Broad Street: for Landsec, a key transformation in the heart of the City which will be net zero in both construction and operation. 

• 75 London Wall: a striking ‘landscraper’ refurbishment for Castleforge, reimagining office space for the future.

• 99 Bishopsgate: a new 54-storey office tower of exceptional design quality combined with over 60,000 sq ft of vibrant and inclusive public and cultural amenities, set to transform the northern gateway into the City Cluster for Brookfield Properties and RSHP and approved just 10 days ago

• Seventy Gracechurch Street: . An ambitious mixed use tower scheme within the City of London where Momentum has coordinated on the delivery of transport planning and highway design outputs. The scheme will deliver enhanced north-south pedestrian connectivity by improving access to Leadenhall Market, improving permeability and reducing pressure on nearby footways.

Recent forecasts suggest a shortage of new tower schemes in the City by 2028. With future supply tightening, tenants are already responding by securing longer leases of 10 to 15 years -significantly longer than the previous standard of five years. This shift highlights the increasing demand for high-quality office space, as businesses seek to secure their long-term presence in a competitive market.

Momentum’s role in these schemes reflects our deep understanding of complex transport and movement strategies, and public realm design, to support sustainable, high-density developments. From assessing pedestrian flow and cycle connectivity to ensuring seamless integration with the wider transport network and public realm enhancements, we provide innovative solutions that enhance the future of London’s built environment. 

As the City continues to evolve, we look forward to helping shape the developments of the future, that are not only commercially successful but also create vibrant, accessible, and sustainable places for the people who live and work in them.

Image © Brookfield Properties / 99 Bishopsgate