152 - 153 Strand London WC2R 2LS Data via plota.co.uk
Proposal
Series of investigative works including core holes and removal of plaster. The proposed works sought will determine if historic construction exists, and allow the structures and services to be inspected. The works have been carefully located to ensure minimal disturbance to the historic fabric of the building while providing essential information about the building's construction. Data via plota.co.uk
Application progress
Approved on 18 May 2026 · Delegated Decision · Last checked 7 Jul 2026
Documents 7
Decision & officer reports 2
Plans & drawings 1
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Important details
- Council
- Westminster
- Application type
- Cert of Law - Prposed works to LB
- Postcode
- WC2R 2LS
- Received
- 28 Apr 2026
- Validated
- 28 Apr 2026
- Ward
- St James's
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 9 Jun 2026
- Decision
- Application Permitted
- Decision date
- 18 May 2026
- Decision level
- Delegated Decision
- Agent
- The Planning Lab South Wing
Consultation & key dates
- Env. assessment
- No
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Westminster is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #258 out of 296. Only 28% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 41% national average - the council usually decides on time. Westminster is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 81% approved vs 90% nationally.
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