Double-glazed sash windows at 210 Ladbroke Grove, Kensington, London W10

What was proposed

The application proposed replacing existing single-glazed timber and metal sash windows with double-glazed timber sash windows.

“PP/25/03810 Agenda Item: N011 Address:210 Ladbroke Grove, LONDON, W10 5LU Proposal: Replacement of existing single glazed timber sash windows with double glazed windows including all ironmongeries.”

“/PP/25/03810:2 4.The proposal and any relevant planning history 4.1Planning permission is sought for the replacement of existing single glazed timber and metal sash windows with double glazed timber sash windows. 4.2Revised drawings were received on 20/04/2026 to correct an error in the previously submitted drawings, which incorrectly identified uPVC as the proposed material. The plans have been updated to clarify that the windows would be timber framed.”

Officer report

The site

The site is a mid-terraced property on the eastern side of Ladbroke Grove within the Oxford Gardens Conservation Area.

“3.The site and its surroundings 3.1 The application site comprises a mid-terraced property located on the eastern side of Ladbroke Grove. The terrace extends from number 206 to 218 Ladbroke Grove. 3.2The site is situated within the Oxford Gardens Conservation Area.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the design, scale and materials would preserve the building and conservation area without affecting neighbouring properties.

“Given that the proposed windows would utilise timber frames, would be in the existing openings and would be of an acceptable design,, the proposal would preserve the character and appearance of the existing building, the street scene and the wider Oxford Gardens Conservation Area in compliance with policies CD1, CD2, CD3, CD4, CD10 and CD15 of the Local Plan 2024.”

Officer report

Consultation and representations

Seventeen nearby owners or occupiers were notified, but no comments were received in support of or opposition to the application.

“6.8As of 23rd October 2025, RBKC adopted a Local Development Order (LDO) relating to replacement windows in the Borough. The LDO generally removes the need for planning permission for alterations to existing windows. This is provided the replacement window is of a similar appearance. This applies to houses, flats and HMOs, and notes the environmental benefits associated with a reduction in energy loss through windows.”

“/PP/25/03810:4 A statutory notice advertising the application was posted near the site on 24/10/2025. 8.2No comments were received either in support or in objection to the application. 9.Recommended conditions if the application is granted 1.Time limit (Full PP) The development hereby approved shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.”

Officer report

Who spoke

There were no speakers for the application.

The vote

The committee voted unanimously to grant planning permission with the recommended conditions.

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

Minutes