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Property details

Case reference: LB/21/02166
Address: 21 St James's Gardens, LONDON, W11 4RE
Ward: Norland
Polling district: 11
Listed Building Grade: 2
Conservation area: Norland

Applicant details

Applicant's name: P Weitzman
Applicant company name: Architectural Service
Contact address: 237 BALDRIDGEBURN DUNFERMLINE KY12 9EG

Proposal details

Application type: LB (Listed Building)
Proposed development Installation of through floor lift
Date received: 01 Apr 2021
Registration date:
(Statutory start date)
15 Apr 2021
Public consultation ends: 04 Jun 2021
Application status: Decided
Target date for decision: 10 Jun 2021

Decision details

This case has not yet been decided.

Decision: Grant Planning Permission/Consent
Decision date: 11 Jun 2021
Conditions and reasons:

1)

Time limit The works hereby granted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this consent.
Reason - As required by Section 18 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Act) 1990, to avoid the accumulation of consents.

2)

Submission of details Detailed drawings to a scale of no less than 1:10 unless otherwise specified (including cross-section, elevation, glazing, materials, colour/finish) or samples of materials as appropriate, in respect of the following shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority before the relevant part of the work is begun, and the works shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the details so approved and shall thereafter be so maintained: Photographic evidence to demonstrate the material make-up of the ceiling at lower ground floor (plasterboard or lath and plaster etc) for future reference; and Drawings for the retention and preservation of the historic floorboards, the methodology and number to be taken up and/or cut, and details of their storage on site.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

3)

Removal of lift Following vacation from the property of both the current occupants/owners (Mr P. Weitzman and Mrs A. Weitzman), the proposed lift and associated constructions e.g., supports, fire shaft cupboard etc. are to be removed and the vacated areas to be returned to their existing state. i.e., historic wooden floorboards replaced at ground floor and the ceiling at lower ground floor patch repaired. In addition, the lath and lime plaster ceiling of the rear room, ground floor, is to be made good following the removal of the lift guide supports. Materials should match and replicate those removed in the first instance and be so maintained. Additional joist supports within the ground floor/lower ground floor ceiling void maybe retained. Drawings and photographs of the materials and the completed reversal works should be submitted to, and approved, in writing by the local planning authority. This should be done within 9 months of vacation of the property.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

4)

Work to match retained fabric All new works and works of making good to the retained fabric, whether internal or external, shall be finished to match the adjacent retained/ historic work with regard to the methods used and to colour, material, texture and profile. For example, lath and lime plaster, painted softwood etc.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

5)

Retention of historic fabric All existing historic fabric including existing wall and ceiling plasterwork, skirting and floorboards etc. shall be retained, unless notated otherwise on the drawings approved under this consent.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

6)

Demolition - Protection of interior The interior features of the building shall be protected against accidental loss or damage during building work, and no features may be disturbed or removed temporarily or permanently except if so identified on the drawings forming part of this consent.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

7)

Demolition - Hand tools No demolition work shall be carried out except by hand or using hand held tools and no power driven tools of any description shall be used in connection with the demolition works.
Reason - In order to safeguard the special architectural or historic interest and heritage significance of the building and comply with policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

8)

Partitions All partition walls hereby granted consent shall be of lightweight construction (studwork), easily removable, and be so maintained.
Reason:- To preserve the special architectural character and heritage significance of the listed building and comply with Policy CL4 of the Local Plan 2019.

Informatives:

1)

Listed Building Reminder on Enforcement
You are reminded that no work should commence on implementing this Listed Building Consent until all matters, samples, and details reserved by condition have been submitted to, and approved by, this local planning authority. It is an offence to carry out work to a Listed Building unless all such conditions have been complied with. Any proposed departure from the works specified in the approved drawings should be brought to the attention of the planning department for further consideration before the work is carried out. The Council will use its enforcement powers, including use of Breach of Condition Notices or Prosecution, to ensure compliance with conditions and prevent harm to the special historic character and historic interest of Listed Buildings. You are advised that there is currently a maximum fine of o20,000 if the offence is dealt with summarily, and if the offence is dealt with by indictment the fine is unlimited.

2)

Retain Original Fabric of Building
You are reminded that the original historic fabric of the listed building should be retained unless specifically authorised for removal by the Council as part of a listed building consent. Historic fabric which must be retained would include lath and plaster ceilings and walls, floor boards, original skirting boards, dado rails, cornice, fireplaces, staircases, and any other surviving historic fabric. Where these elements are in poor condition, repair and restoration could be undertaken by competent workmen, with the minimum amount of intervention to the historic fabric. You are reminded that the installation of recessed ceiling lights and speakers in most cases will require listed building consent. Any proposals for these particular works must be first approved by the Council as part of a listed building consent before they are installed within the listed building. Use the following link to see how advice can be obtained: Planning Advice Service Advice can be sought if a problem has occurred during consented works, but it is clearly preferable to seek advice at as early a stage as possible.

3)

Hidden Features
This consent does not cover the removal or alteration of any currently hidden features of architectural or historic interest that may be revealed during the course of building works; removal or alteration of any such features may well require listed building consent. ÿ

4)

Building Regs - Separate Approval
This consent relates solely to listed building matters. An application may be required for these works under the Building Regulations. Please contact Building Control, by email [email protected] or by telephone 020 7361 3838. More information is available on the website: www.rbkc.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/building-control

Committee details

Decision by: This case is currently due to be decided under delegated powers.

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Contact details

Planning case officer: Caroline Ossowska
Planning team: Conservation & Design Team
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 020 7361 3012

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