Double-glazed timber windows at 90 Trinity Square, Margate

Summary of planning committee decision

Decided by Thanet Planning Committee on 19 Aug 2026.

FH/TH/26/0597Approved

What was proposed

The application proposed replacing existing single-glazed windows with double-glazed timber windows on the front and rear elevations.

“This application seeks planning permission for the installation of double glazed timber windows to the front and rear elevations following the removal of the existing single glazed windows. Some of the windows across the rear are timber, and some are uPVC.”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The three-storey residential building is in the Margate Conservation Area, near listed buildings including Grade II* Tudor House.

“Number 90 Trinity Square is a three storey semi-detached painted brick building, in residential use, with a front parapet and canted bay at first floor. It sits in the Margate…”

“Conservation Area and immediately adjacent to a number of listed buildings, including the Grade II* Tudor House to the southeast.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the works would preserve the conservation area, improve nearby listed-building relationships and avoid harm to neighbours.

“Replacing the existing second floor uPVC casement window with a timber sliding sash would be a welcome change. Originally the horn details from the second floor front windows would have been lost, however following further discussions with the application team the scheme has been amended to include horns on all new / replacement windows, and to ensure appropriate traditional timber openings across the building.”

“Overall the works proposed are considered to preserve the character and appearance of the Margate Conservation Area, and improve the relationship with adjacent listed buildings. The works would not introduce any new harm in terms of neighbouring amenity, and therefore it is recommended that planning permission be granted.”

Officer report

Consultation and representations

No representations were received, and the conservation officer had no further concerns after the trickle vents were removed.

“Letters were sent to neighbouring property occupiers, a site notice posted close to the site and an advert was posted in the local paper. No representations have been received.”

“Now that the trickle vents have been removed from the frames, I can confirm that I have no further concerns with this proposal.”

Officer report

Committee action

Councillor Matterface proposed approval and Councillor Wright seconded it, subject to the listed conditions.

“Councillor Matterface proposed and Councillor Wright seconded that the officer recommendation to approve be AGREED, subject to the following conditions:”

“2 The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered…”

Minutes

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Sources

  • Thanet Planning Committee minutes, 19 August 2026
  • Agenda and papers (council website)

Source: Plota analysis of Thanet's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.

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At the meeting

Council
Thanet
Date
Wednesday 19 August 2026
Recommendation
Officers recommended approval
Committee decided
Approved
Councillors
12Labour 7Conservative 2Green 2Reform UK 1Show councillors
Minutes
The council's minutes
Meeting
Agenda and papers (council website)

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94 decisions in the 12 months to this meeting, 2 against officer advice.

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