Double-glazed timber windows at 85 Golborne Road, Kensington, London W10

“/PP/25/03912:1 THE ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA PLANNING APPLICATIONS COMMITTEE 06/10/2026 REPORT BY THE DIRECTOR, PLANNING AND PLACE Application: PP/25/03912 Agenda Item: N066 Address:85 Golborne Road, LONDON, W10 5NL Proposal: Maintenance works to building fabric; replacement of single glazed timber sash windows with double-glazed timber sash units to match existing; and replacement of ironmongery as required.”

“4.2The proposed replacement windows would be purpose-made timber windows with double-glazed sealed units, achieving a proposed U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better in accordance with Building Regulations. The replacement windows would retain the existing window openings and would broadly maintain the established dimensions, proportions and glazing arrangements of the existing fenestration.”

“/PP/25/03912:2 3.The site and its surroundings 3.1This application relates to 85 Golborne Road, London, W10 5NL, a mixed-use property comprising a commercial shopfront at ground-floor level with residential accommodation above. 3.2The building dates from the 19th century and has an established traditional appearance, with timber windows forming part of the architectural character of the upper floors.”

“4.5There is no relevant planning history relating to the site, although it is noted that this application forms part of several applications submitted for replacement windows/upgrading to properties within Golborne Road.”

“Therefore, the proposals would be in accordance with Local Plan Policy CD16, and a Planning Fire Safety Strategy would not be required in this instance. 6.3The decisive issues are: i. Whether the development would preserve the character and appearance of the host property and wider streetscene; and ii. Whether the development would maintain acceptable living conditions for neighbouring occupiers.”

“/PP/25/03912:4 architectural composition of the building. The works would therefore represent a sympathetic improvement to the existing fenestration and would not result in harm to the character or appearance of the host property or the wider streetscene. The proposal therefore accords with Local Plan Policies CD1, CD2 and CD13. Living Conditions 6.7The proposal comprises the replacement of the existing windows within the existing openings.”

“The continued use of timber would retain the established material character of the fenestration, while the improved glazing would enhance the thermal performance of the building. Recommended Condition 3 will also safeguard the materials and appearance of the windows. Furthermore, the proposal would not result in any unacceptable impact on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers.”

“/PP/25/03912:5 8.2One comment received in objection to the application summarised as: 8.3 CommentResponse 1 A request for further information regarding the scope and duration of the works, working hours, access arrangements, potential road/pavement closures, and measures to minimise disruption. The concerns relate primarily to construction management and temporary disruption during implementation of the works.”

“Details GRANTED, in accordance with the recommendation.”