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Notice upheld7 October 20253334437

12 Lauderdale Parade, Lauderdale Road, London, W9 1LU

Planning appeal 3334437 at 12 Lauderdale Parade, Lauderdale Road, London, W9 1LU (City of Westminster Council) was dismissed on 7 October 2025 by Inspector Bale M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the Maida Vale conservation area.

works to front forecourt. Summary

Authority
City of Westminster Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Minor retail and services
Inspector
Bale M
Postcode
W9 1LU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect on the character and appearance of the Maida Vale conservation area

What decided it

The plastic coverings hung from the canopy, which create a cluttered appearance that fails to preserve the grand character and appearance of the Maida Vale conservation area, and the public benefits of the business do not outweigh this heritage harm.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy HC1 of the London Plan 2021Policy 38 of the Westminster City Plan 2021Policy 39 of the Westminster City Plan 2021Policy 40 of the Westminster City Plan 2021

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