Embassy Of Guatemala, 105 Westbourne Grove, London, W2 4UW

Planning appeal 3358529 at Embassy Of Guatemala, 105 Westbourne Grove, London, W2 4UW (City of Westminster Council) was allowed on 20 August 2025 by Inspector McGlone A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the Embassy use on the provision of office space and nearby residents' living conditions and highway safety, with regard to the type and nature of activities and parking and servicing arrangements.

the erection of a mansard roof extension with green roof, in connection with Embassy use (sui generis)

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: community-institutional · Other minor developments
Inspector: McGlone A
Postcode: W2 4UW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the Embassy use on the provision of office space and nearby residents' living conditions and highway safety, with regard to the type and nature of activities and parking and servicing arrangements
Whether the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Westbourne Conservation Area
Whether the proposal would provide adequate cycle parking and cycle facilities

What decided it

The proposal accords with the development plan as the Embassy use would not cause material harm to office provision, residents' living conditions or highway safety, and the roof extension would preserve the character and appearance of the conservation area through appropriate design and materials.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: City Plan Policy 7City Plan Policy 24City Plan Policy 25City Plan Policy 27City Plan Policy 33City Plan Policy 38City Plan Policy 39City Plan Policy 40London Plan Policy T5

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