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Planning appeals in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, 2023

92 appeals decided in 2023, 36% of them allowed. Each links to its own page and to the Inspector’s letter. The authority’s record has the whole run since 2016.

  1. Dismissed19 December 2023· minor3307881
    97C Drayton Gardens, London, SW10 9QU

    erection of a new dwelling following demolition of the existing dwelling

  2. Dismissed13 December 2023· householder3331527
    51 Milmans Street, London, SW10 0DA

    the erection of a part two-storey and part single-storey side extension and first floor rear extension with the addition of front and rear top floor dormer windows with associated building refurbishment, resurfacing, landscaping and drainage works

  3. Dismissed13 December 2023· commercial3330095
    315 Brompton Rd, London, SW3 2DY

    described on the application form as an “advertising banner measuring 4 x 6.5 metres surrounded by vertical gardens made of sustainable plants

  4. Allowed12 December 2023· minor3325117
    84 Abingdon Villas, London, W8 6XB

    Roof extension with reconfiguration of front fenestration; introduction of pillar detail on the left-hand side; introduction of an additional glazed door for access from the street matching the existing style to an existing commercial premises

  5. Split Decision12 December 2023· other3301446
    South Kensington Station & 20-48 (Even) & 36-46 (Odd) Thurloe St, & 20-48 (Even) and 36-46 (Odd) Thurloe St; 1-9 (Odd) Pelham St; , 20-34 Thurloe Square London, SW7 2NA
  6. Split Decision12 December 2023· other3300872
    South Kensington Station & 20-48 (Even) & 36-46 (Odd) Thurloe St, & & 20-48 (Even) and 36-46 (Odd) Thurloe St; 1-9 (Odd) Pelham St; , 20-34 Thurloe Square London, SW7 2NA

    restoration and refurbishment of the retail facades within the Arcade, alterations to the Ticket Hall within the South Kensington Station to provide for step-free access, construction of a fire escape stairwell, construction of two retail facades within the Subway, demolition of the brick wall along Pelham Street and other associated works. Appeal

  7. Dismissed24 November 2023· advert3322186
    Pavement South Side of, Kings Road , Kensington, London , SW3 4ND

    Installation of an open access communication hub, with integrated advertisement comprises an LCD portrait screen to show static illuminated content remotely changed via a secure ISDN line to communication device

  8. Dismissed24 November 2023· minor3322184
    Pavement South Side of, Kings Road , Kensington, London , SW3 4ND

    Installation of an open access communication hub, with integrated advertisement comprises an LCD portrait screen to show static illuminated content remotely changed via a secure ISDN line to communication device

  9. Dismissed10 November 2023· householder3326859
    60 Blenheim Crescent, London, W11 1NY

    the demolition of the existing and the construction of an enlarged rooftop extension

  10. Allowed10 November 2023· householder3320928
    49A Bassett Road, London, W10 6JR

    a roof extension over the existing raised ground floor, with matching painted timber sash windows, stucco front elevation and stock brick rear and side elevations

  11. Dismissed9 November 2023· householder3323555
    68 Clarendon Road, London, W11 2HW

    the erection of a roof extension

  12. Dismissed9 November 2023· householder3323548
    68 Clarendon Road, London, W11 2HW

    the erection of a roof extension

  13. Allowed9 November 2023· minor3323207
    225-227 and 229-231, Kensington High Street, London, W8 6SA

    upwards extensions of the buildings to provide additional hotel accommodation, use of ground floor as café, retail and hotel lobby and associated improvement to shop frontages, use of basement as additional hotel floorspace and reconfiguration of the existing hotel bedrooms

  14. Dismissed7 November 2023· minor3325575
    38 & 38A Kelso Place, London, W8 5QP

    Demolition of two houses and replacement with one house and one flat, including extension and basement

  15. Allowed3 November 2023· householder3326438
    10 Essex Villas, London, W8 7BN

    the erection of a new dormer to the rear of the main roof

  16. Allowed3 November 2023· householder3325422
    49 Campden Hill Road, London, W8 7DY

    the alteration to facade

  17. Allowed13 October 2023· other3307513
    29 Lansdowne Crescent, London, W11 2NS
  18. Allowed13 October 2023· other3305348
    47C Sydney Street , London , SW3 6PX

    the removal of modern 3rd floor plasterboard ceiling and joists in the master bedroom; insulate between the existing rafters and line in plasterboard to create a sloped ceiling

  19. Allowed13 October 2023· other3305278
    Flat A, 14 Holland Park Road, London, London, W14 8LZ

    the upgrading of the flat, new floor finishes, fire stopping and upgrades to electrical and plumbing fittings including new bathroom and kitchen

  20. Dismissed13 October 2023· minor3303796
    29 Lansdowne Crescent, London, W11 2NS

    Refurbishment, restoration and extension to restore the building to a single family dwelling house

  21. Dismissed13 October 2023· other3298764
    15 Walton Place, London, SW3 1RJ
  22. Dismissed13 October 2023· householder3298756
    15 Walton Place, London, SW3 1RJ

    the extension of rear closet wing to house lift, replacement of modern rear conservatory, platform and stair to garden, reduction in size of rear lightwell and removal of stairs up to garden, insertion of storage within rear lightwell, insertion of two AC units, and other minor internal and external alterations

  23. Dismissed12 October 2023· minor3309014
    38 Stanhope Gardens, Flat 3, London, SW7 5QY

    Removal of 2 sash windows (1180mm x 2780mm) to be replaced by 2 sets French timber doors painted white to match existing neighbouring properties to allow access to existing balcony

  24. Dismissed2 October 2023· minor3313143
    First, Second and Third Floor Flats, 136 Brompton Road, London, SW3 1HY

    the change of use of 3 flats from Residential (c3) to short term lets (sui generis)

  25. Dismissed29 September 2023· other3311918
    4 Sloane Terrace, London, SW1X 9DQ
  26. Dismissed29 September 2023· minor3311915
    4 Sloane Terrace, London, SW1X 9DQ

    use of existing flat roof as a roof terrace associated with the office and associated works

  27. Notice upheld29 September 2023· enforcement3302484
    Park House, Onslow Square, London, SW7 2NG

    Without planning permission, the installation of three dormer windows to the south-eastern roof slope

  28. Dismissed19 September 2023· householder3316032
    Second Floor Flat, 324 Latimer Road, London, W10 6QN

    erection of mansard roof and external alterations

  29. Notice varied and upheld15 September 2023· enforcement3312364
    10 Rutland Mews South, London, SW7 1NZ

    without planning permission, the installation of solar panels at roof level

  30. Allowed12 September 2023· minor3293983
    46 Lansdowne Road, London, W11 2LR
  31. Dismissed12 September 2023· ldc3293978
    46 Lansdowne Road, London, W11 2LR

    Construction of an external fireplace on the rear elevation of a dwellinghouse

  32. Allowed6 September 2023· ldc3310728
    15-17 Holland Road, London, W14 8HJ

    use of flats 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 9 and 9a

  33. Planning permission granted24 August 2023· enforcement3315261
    23 Holland Villas Road, London, W14 8DH

    without planning permission, the erection of a garden gym building in the rear garden

  34. Allowed22 August 2023· other3311765
    15 South Terrace, London, SW7 2TB
  35. Allowed22 August 2023· minor3311764
    15 South Terrace, London, SW7 2TB

    lower ground floor rear extension with internal alterations including lowering of the vault and closet wing floors. Replacement of rear conservatory within the closet wing and replacement of railings and uPVC external pipework. Cleaning of front elevation, new fanlight to front entrance door, replacement timber French doors, new floor finish to entrance steps, landing and lightwell, removal of lower ground floor security grille and replacement of lightwell stair. Internal layout alterations to the second and third floor

  36. Allowed22 August 2023· minor3307862
    11 and 12 Egerton Place, Kensington And Chelsea, London, SW3 2EF

    Erection of a projecting glazed structure from raised ground floor to first floor at the rear of the building together with 1100mm high detailed handrail at raised ground floor

  37. Allowed21 August 2023· commercial3316393
    186 Holland Park Avenue, London , W11 4UJ

    an illuminated 1:1 shroud display incorporating a commercial display on the west elevation only

  38. Allowed11 August 2023· other3315073
    10 Norland Square, London, W11 4PX

    replacement of trellis along the boundary wall adjoining No.11

  39. Allowed11 August 2023· minor3315072
    10 Norland Square, London, W11 4PX

    replacement of trellis along the boundary wall adjoining No.11

  40. Allowed9 August 2023· householder3306223
    14a Pembridge Crescent, London, W11 3DU

    enlarging the existing front dormer

  41. Dismissed2 August 2023· minor3312434
    37 Gloucester Walk, London, W8 4HY

    the increase of the rear hip of the existing mansard roof and bay extension at third floor level, in conjunction with the installation of a new dormer window at third floor level

  42. Allowed2 August 2023· minor3309339
    37 Gloucester Walk, London, W8 4HY

    the increase of the rear hip of the existing mansard roof and bay extension at third floor level, in conjunction with the installation of a new dormer window at third floor level

  43. Dismissed14 July 2023· minor3314248
    Jerome House, 5-13 Glendower Place, , Kensington And Chelsea,, London, SW7 3DU

    replacement windows, doors, downpipes and solar pv to existing roof

  44. Dismissed3 July 2023· minor3316611
    6A Cresswell Place, London, SW10 9RD

    Demolition of four storey house and replacement with a two storey dwelling with accommodation at roof level and excavation of single storey basement

  45. Allowed29 June 2023· commercial3312545
    274 Portobello Road, Kensington, London, W10 5TE

    a mural advertisement measuring 8.3 metres x 5.5 metres (non-illuminated)

  46. Dismissed28 June 2023· householder3321031
    113 Elgin Crescent, London, W11 2JF

    construction of front dormer and introduction of new mansard roof

  47. Dismissed28 June 2023· householder3320353
    113 Elgin Crescent, London, W11 2JF

    construction of mansard roof extension with dormer at rear

  48. Dismissed28 June 2023· householder3316325
    15 Billing Street, London, SW10 9UT

    extension of existing rear-return to create new bathroom; rear balcony; rear and front French doors to lower ground floor and new windows

  49. Dismissed28 June 2023· commercial3311265
    Land Adjacent to 254 Portobello Road, London, W11 1LL

    One Freestanding LED Digital Advertisement Display

  50. Dismissed21 June 2023· householder3316681
    21 Abbotsbury Close, London, W14 8EG

    to install an air conditioning system internally with 1 no HVAC condenser unit to be positioned externally on the flat roof of the building

  51. Dismissed9 June 2023· minor3313442
    44 Victoria Road, London, W8 5RQ

    Demolition of existing building comprising three flats and replacement with a new four storey building plus basement and mansard to provide four residential units (Class C3) and associated landscaping

  52. Allowed7 June 2023· householder3312671
    47 Tregunter Road, London, SW10 9LG

    to extend the current bay window from 2nd to 3rd floor rear elevation to match adjoining semi-detached villa of no. 49 Tregunter. Remove unsightly iron bridge railing from 2nd floor bay to 3rd bay floor window of no. 49 Tregunter

  53. Notice upheld7 June 2023· enforcement3300206
    Land at 42-50 Earl's Court Road, London, W8 6FT
  54. Notice upheld7 June 2023· enforcement3300204
    Land at 42-50 Earl's Court Road, London, W8 6FT

    without planning permission, the erection of a roof structure on the flat roof to protect HVAC equipment and server room

  55. Allowed1 June 2023· householder3316973
    306 Latimer Road, London, W10 6QW

    creation of loft extension, increasing height of roof ridge and adding 1 dormer windows at rear, and 3 conservation type flush Velux rooflights (with glazing bar) on front roof slope

  56. Allowed18 May 2023· householder3318430
    14 Douro Place, London, W8 5PH

    basement with swimming pool under the footprint of the house and less than 50% of the front and rear gardens with associated lightwells

  57. Dismissed24 April 2023· householder3310713
    27 The Little Boltons, London, SW10 9LL

    Proposed rear conservatory extension at upper ground floor level

  58. Dismissed18 April 2023· householder3310312
    120 Walton Street, London, SW3 2JJ

    Rear extensions, lowering the ground floor, and new roof terrace

  59. Split Decision18 April 2023· enforcement3305003
    21 Stafford Terrace, London, W8 7BL

    alterations to as-built electric scheme by removing some spotlights and wall lights. Appeal

  60. Split Decision18 April 2023· other3304993
    21 Stafford Terrace, Kensington And Chelsea, London, W8 7BL

    alterations to as-built electric scheme by removing some spotlights and wall lights. Appeal

  61. Allowed17 April 2023· minor3294660
    Flat 2, 10 Queen's Gate, London, SW7 5EL

    alterations at the rear of the property at second floor level to provide railings and install a door onto an area of flat roof

  62. Allowed17 April 2023· other3294659
    Flat 2, 10 Queen's Gate, London, SW7 5EL

    alterations at the rear of the property at second floor level to provide railings and install a door onto an area of flat roof

  63. Split Decision12 April 2023· enforcement3284380
    1 Southwell Gardens, London, SW7 4SB

    Without planning permission, the erection of a chimney stack and alteration of roof to create mansard roof with dormer windows to front and rear

  64. Dismissed6 April 2023· other3297936
    42-43 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED

    planning submission for subterranean and part of rear extension in a Listed Grade II Residential Property, demolition of infill at rear lower ground and ground floor levels and construction of new part brick and part glazed replacement infill extension together with single storey basement beneath part of new extension and rear garden, works to all floors including installation of passenger lift, lowering and waterproofing of vaults, and creation of additional openings to vaults

  65. Dismissed6 April 2023· householder3297935
    42-43 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED

    planning submission for subterranean and part of rear extension in a Listed Grade II Residential Property, demolition of infill at rear lower ground and ground floor levels and construction of new part brick and part glazed replacement infill extension together with single storey basement beneath part of new extension and rear garden, works to all floors including installation of passenger lift, lowering and waterproofing of vaults, and creation of additional openings to vaults

  66. Dismissed6 April 2023· other3295985
    23 Brompton Square, London, SW3 2AD

    installation of iron railings and the enlargement of window opening for use as a door to allow for the use of the existing rear flat roof at second floor level as a terrace

  67. Dismissed6 April 2023· householder3295982
    23 Brompton Square, London, SW3 2AD

    installation of iron railings and the enlargement of window opening for use as a door to allow for the use of the existing rear flat roof at second floor level as a terrace

  68. Dismissed3 April 2023· other3306283
    Albert Lodge, 18 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW

    removal of low railings to front wall of house and relocation of taller existing railings to the front of the wall

  69. Dismissed3 April 2023· other3294842
    9 Drayton Gardens, London, SW10 9RY

    partial removal of front boundary wall and creation of a vehicle crossover to facilitate in curtilage parking for one vehicle

  70. Dismissed3 April 2023· minor3294841
    9 Drayton Gardens, London, SW10 9RY

    partial removal of front boundary wall and creation of a vehicle crossover to facilitate in curtilage parking for one vehicle

  71. Allowed30 March 2023· householder3312521
    3 St Luke's Street, London, SW3 3RS

    the creation of a balcony to the rear of the existing ground floor

  72. Allowed30 March 2023· householder3299648
    Flat 2, 55A Palace Gardens Terrace, London, W8 4RU

    construction of rear infill extension at first floor level. Replacement of casement window on closet wing with traditional painted timber sash window

  73. Allowed28 March 2023· minor3303817
    Pizza Express, 137 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3LB

    removal of section of shopfront next to doorway and replacement with sliding sash window and fixed window panel

  74. Split Decision20 February 2023· householder3311983
    34, Hillgate Place, London, W8 7ST

    the erection of a roof structure and replacement railings

  75. Allowed20 February 2023· commercial3289805
    Pavement O/S 72-74 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3HT

    a telephone kiosk including integrated digital advertising display. Proposal includes associated kiosk removal

  76. Allowed17 February 2023· householder3310216
    3 Radley Mews, London, W8 6JP

    the provision of a metal railing to the front and side elevations at main roof level to match that present to the rear elevation

  77. Dismissed17 February 2023· minor3293575
    57 Princedale Road, London, W11 4NP

    Retention of public house at basement and ground floor. Alterations and erection of three storey infill extension, basement extension and change of use of first and second floor of public house to Class C3 (dwelling houses) to provide 5 residential dwellings

  78. Dismissed16 February 2023· householder3308259
    6 St Mark's Place, London, W11 1NS

    the erection of a single storey infill extension at lower ground floor with a roof terrace and garden access from upper ground floor, roof extension and associated internal & external alterations

  79. Dismissed13 February 2023· minor3294212
    Land Rear of 61 Cambridge Gardens, London, W10 6JD

    the erection of two storey building over basement, comprising commercial floorspace at basement and ground floor and a one bedroom flat at ground and first floor

  80. Dismissed3 February 2023· householder3306972
    1 Elm Park Road, London, SW3 6BD

    conversion from non-accessible roof to accessible terrace at second floor of the property

  81. Dismissed1 February 2023· householder3286902
    33 Moore Street, London, SW3 2QW

    the erection of metal railings at roof level

  82. Notice upheld27 January 2023· enforcement3292673
    65 Holland Park Mews, London, W11 3SS

    Without planning permission, the installation of an awning to the front elevation at first floor level

  83. Notice upheld27 January 2023· enforcement3292672
    Land at 65 Holland Park Mews, London, W11 3SS

    Without planning permission, the installation of an awning to the front elevation at first floor level

  84. Allowed26 January 2023· minor3298684
    2-4 Bramerton Street, London, SW3 5JX

    the partial demolition of two town houses to rear, behind a retained facade and flank wall, to create one dwelling and one residential apartment, removal of a garage and new basement extension

  85. Notice upheld20 January 2023· enforcement3291045
    3 Kensington Mall, London, W8 4EB

    the installation of balustrade to existing roof terrace at second floor level (Retrospective)

  86. Dismissed20 January 2023· householder3289043
    3 Kensington Mall, London, W8 4EB
  87. Dismissed20 January 2023· householder3286890
    271 Kensal Road, London, W10 5DB
  88. Notice varied and upheld20 January 2023· enforcement3285923
    271, Kensal Road, London, W10 5DB

    the installation of extraction flue and related equipment to the rear

  89. Notice upheld18 January 2023· enforcement3290101
    Flat, 235a Portobello Road, London, W11 1LT

    the installation of two air conditioning units to the side elevation at ground floor level

  90. Allowed17 January 2023· minor3295738
    91 Oakley Street, London, SW3 5NR

    alterations to roof terrace access hatch and installation of balustrades to front and rear elevations to enclose roof terrace

  91. Allowed13 January 2023· householder3293466
    40, Moore Street, London, SW3 2QW
  92. Dismissed5 January 2023· householder3295942
    8 Aubrey Walk, London, W8 7JG

    excavation of basement storey below footprint of property together with creation of lightwells to front, rear and side elevations without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref PP/19/03749, dated 24 July 2019. The condition in dispute is No 2, which states that: ‘The development shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the details shown on submitted plans 17-009-01 (sheet 1 of 3); 17-009-01 (sheet 2 of 3); 17-009-01 (sheet 3 of 3); 17-009- 02 B (sheet 1 of 4); 17-009-02 B (sheet 2 of 4); 17-009-02 B (sheet 3 of 4) and; 17- 009-02 B (sheet 4 of 4)

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