One Undershaft Matches The Shard's Height

The City of London Corporation has approved plans for One Undershaft, a 74-story skyscraper that will match the height of The Shard at 309.6 meters, making it the tallest building in the City of London. The tower, located between the Gherkin and the Cheesegrater, will feature a public garden and a London Museum education center, aiming to meet demands for premium office space and enhance cultural offerings. Despite approval, the project has sparked criticism from conservation groups like Historic England and raised privacy concerns due to increased CCTV surveillance. Amendments were made to the original plans, including reducing the building's footprint after backlash from organizations such as Lloyd’s of London. The development underscores a continuing demand for premium office spaces in the capital, despite a broader market downturn, and reflects the City of London's goal to deliver 1.2 million square meters of new office space by 2040.