53 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED

Planning appeal 3362805 at 53 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED (Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea) was allowed on 8 January 2026 by Inspector Smith A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not the proposed development and works would preserve the Grade II listed building known as '31-54, Egerton Crescent SW3' and any features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses.

Proposed glazed rear extension at lower ground floor level, provision of internal lift with no over-run and minimal impact on original building fabric, improvements to sustainability including ground source heating, and associated internal and external alterations as shown on the plans

Authority: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Smith A
Postcode: SW3 2ED

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether or not the proposed development and works would preserve the Grade II listed building known as '31-54, Egerton Crescent SW3' and any features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses

What decided it

The heritage benefits of the scheme, particularly the reinstatement of original architectural features and improved legibility of the historic rear façade, when taken cumulatively, outweigh the less than substantial harm to the listed building's significance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy GB10Policy CD16Policy CD5

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