James Corden has won a legal dispute with Camden Council after appealing against a decision to refuse retrospective planning permission for paving work at his £11.5 million north London mansion. The actor and TV presenter, 46, had removed flowerbeds and laid paving slabs for wheelie bins without prior approval.
The council argued the work was “out of character” and “unsightly” for the conservation area, and raised concerns about loss of biodiversity. However, planning inspector Richard Gilbert overturned the decision, stating there was no substantive evidence of harm to the conservation area or surrounding trees.
Neighbours had objected, warning that similar paving across the area would damage its character. One resident, Deborah Buzan, said the changes created a “barren” strip. Councillor Tom Simon also opposed the loss of green space.
Corden’s representatives said four new trees and plants had been added to enhance landscaping. The property, a Victorian house, was purchased in 2024.
