Planning Search

1)

The proposed erection of an additional storey above the rear parts of the corner buildings at Nos. 225-227 Kensington High Street, by reason of its increased height, added bulk and sensitive location, would comprise an inappropriate form of development that would harm the character and appearance of the individual building as well as those of the wider Edwardes Square, Scarsdale and Abingdon Conservation Area. The proposals are thereby contrary Local Plan policies CL1, CL2, CL3, CL9 and CL11.

2)

The proposed erection of an additional storey above the rear parts of the corner buildings at Nos. 225-227 Kensington High Street, by reason of its increased height, added bulk and sensitive location would comprise an inappropriate form of development that would have an overbearing impact upon the neighbouring Grade II listed Our Lady of Victories church building and its setting. The proposals are thereby contrary Local Plan policy CL4.

1)

GTD/Pre-app/At submission Est.G/No amend
To assist applicants in finding solutions to problems arising in relation to their development proposals the Local Planning Authority has produced planning policies, and provided written guidance, all of which are available on the Council's website. A pre-application advice service is also offered. The scheme was submitted in accordance with advice provided through pre-application discussions.

2)

Relevant Policies Used
You are advised that this application was determined by the Local Planning authority with regard to Development Plan policies including relevant policies contained within the London Plan Spatial Development Strategy for Greater London adopted July 2011; the Core Strategy adopted 8 December 2010