House extensions and mansard at 45 Abingdon Road, Kensington, London W8

What was proposed

The application proposed rear and roof extensions, garden-level and outrigger changes, and replacement windows.

“PP/26/01851 Agenda Item: N050 Address:45 Abingdon Road, LONDON, W8 6AN Proposal: Lower ground floor rear extension; replacement of the existing first-floor conservatory with an infill extension; loft conversion including a mansard roof extension; alterations to front and rear garden levels; alterations to the outrigger; and replacement of existing windows.”

“/PP/26/01851:2 3.The site and its surroundings 3.1The property forms part of a mid-19th century terrace characterised by stucco-fronted buildings with parapeted butterfly roofs and rear closet wings. The wider terrace makes a positive contribution to the character and appearance of the conservation area. The property has a valley-shaped/butterfly roof form.”

Officer report

Planning history

No relevant planning history was listed for the property.

“4.3The relevant planning history is set out below: ReferenceDescriptionDecision Nil 5.Main policies and strategies relevant to the decision The development plan 5.1The main planning considerations applying to the site and the associated policies are: Local Plan 2024 Conservation AreaCD3, CD4, CD15 General townscapeCD1, CD2, CD10, CD12, CD13 Living conditionsCD9 Fire SafetyCD16 Air Quality and Land Contamination GB6, GB18 Drainage/FloodingGB11 and GB12 5.2 These policies can…”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended permission because the proposal would preserve the building and conservation area while maintaining acceptable neighbouring living conditions.

“Whilst the proposed mansard roof extension departs from the prevailing roof form of the terrace, the varied roofscape of this section of Abingdon Road, together with the significant set back from the front and rear parapets, means that the extension would not cause harm to the significance of the conservation area. The proposal would also maintain acceptable living conditions for neighbouring occupiers.”

Officer report

Speakers at the meeting

There were no speakers for this application.

The committee vote

The committee voted unanimously to grant planning permission with the conditions in the officer report.

“Resolved unanimously: that planning permission be granted with the conditions in section 9 of the officer report.”

Minutes