Planning appeal decision
87-88 and 89 Mount Street, London, W1K 2SR
Planning appeal 3353809 at 87-88 and 89 Mount Street, London, W1K 2SR (City of Westminster Council) was dismissed on 30 January 2025 by Inspector Griffiths P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the works/development on the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building, and whether they preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area.
the retention of the external raised timber decking to accommodate tables and chairs, planters, glazed screens and awnings for use in association with the existing private members’ club. Appeal C: APP/X5990/W/24/3353805 32 South Audley Street, London W1K 2PQ
- Authority
- City of Westminster Council
- Appeal type
- other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- leisure-sport · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Griffiths P
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the works/development on the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building, and whether they preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area
- The effect of the scheme on pedestrian movement/comfort (Appeal B only)
What decided it
The harm to the significance of the designated heritage assets (the Grade II listed building and conservation area) caused by the proposals was not outweighed by the limited economic benefits, particularly given the statutory duty to conserve heritage assets and the great weight that must be given to their conservation.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 38Policy 39Policy 40Policy 25
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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