46 Portland Place London W1B 1NF Data via plota.co.uk

26/04128/LBC - Listed Building Consent Application Pending

Proposal

Internal alterations to the rear of the first floor comprise the removal of existing non-original internal partitions associated with the WC/shower block and kitchen within the closet wing. All fixtures, fittings, and non-original doors within these areas will be removed. Suspended ceilings will also be taken down to reinstate the original ceiling heights and proportions of the principal rooms. The proposals include the installation of a new WC and tea point, together with associated partitioning. In addition, a new opening will be formed to provide a visual and physical connection between the library/study and the rear seating area. This will be detailed with matching cornices and skirtings to ensure the works are sympathetic to, and consistent with, the character and appearance of the existing historic fabric. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
23 Jun 2026
Decision
Awaiting decision

This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet.

Important details

Application type
Listed Building Consent Application
Postcode
W1B 1NF
Received
23 Jun 2026
Validated
23 Jun 2026
Ward
West End
Case officer
Track to view
Target decision
18 Aug 2026
Agent
HUB Architects and Designers Ltd.

Consultation & key dates

Env. assessment
No
Westminster
Planning Authority Score
3.7/10
Below average
#209 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Other decisions

Westminster is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #227 out of 292. Only 27% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% 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 79% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 79% approved vs 90% nationally
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
Westminster decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #200 of 292
79%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #279 of 292
53%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #227 of 292
27%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #43 of 292
86%
Minor dwellings approved
14 decided (1-9 homes)
67%
Major dwellings approved
3 decided (10+ homes)
86%
Change of use approved
140 decided
4,828
Total decisions
669 refused in 2025