Nine self-contained flats at Live And Let Live, Kensington, London W14

What was proposed

A replacement part two- and part four-storey building would provide nine flats, basement enlargement, lightwells, rooftop equipment, private amenity space, refuse and cycle storage.

“Description: Redevelopment of the site comprising the erection of a replacement part two, part four storey building, including further excavation and enlargement of the existing basement to include 2no. new lightwells fronting Gorleston Street elevation, comprising 9no. self- contained flats (Class C3); associated rooftop plant and enclosure, and PV panels; private amenity space; and refuse and cycle storage. (Revised plans) Drg Nos: Refer to condition 2.”

Officer report

The site

The site is at the junction of North End Road and Gorleston Street, within the Olympia and Avonmore Conservation Area and beside Marcus Garvey Park.

“The application site is located on the eastern side of North End Road at the junction with Gorleston Street, a short distance to the south of the junction with Hammersmith Road. It forms the end of a short Victorian terrace, comprising three storey buildings with commercial uses on the ground floors (including another public house at No. 29) and flats above. The two adjoining properties have been extended at roof level.”

“The site is within the Olympia and Avonmore Conservation Area. The boundary of the Fitz-George and Fitzjames Conservation Area also runs a short distance to the south. Immediately at the rear of the site is Marcus Garvey Park.”

Officer report

Earlier applications

Earlier schemes included an approved replacement building with a public house and eight flats, followed by a refused ten-flat scheme whose appeal was dismissed.

“2017/04897/FUL - Erection of an additional floor and a mansard roof at second and third floor level; erection of a rear extension at first floor level on top of the existing back addition, in connection with the conversion of the existing flat at first floor level into 5no.”

“2018/04146/FUL - Demolition of the existing building and the erection of a replacement part two, part four storey building including further excavation and enlargement of the existing basement to include a new lightwell fronting Gorleston Street elevation comprising a public house (Class A4) at basement and part of ground floor level, 3 x studio, 3 x 1 bedroom and 2 x 2 bedroom self-contained flats at first, second, third and part of ground floor level.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the proposal would add housing, provide suitable homes, respect the conservation area and avoid unacceptable effects on neighbours and transport.

“3) Design and Heritage: The development is judged to be acceptable in visual terms, and would not harm the character and appearance of the conservation area, or the settings of nearby heritage assets. The proposal therefore accords with the NPPF (2024), London Plan (2021) Policies D3 and HC1, Local Plan (2018) Policies DC1, DC2 and DC8, and Section 72 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.”

“5) Impact on Neighbouring Residents: The development would respect the principles of good neighbourliness. There would be no significant worsening of outlook, overlooking, and noise/disturbance, and no unacceptable loss of sunlight or daylight to cause undue detriment to the amenities of neighbours. A Construction Management Plan will be secured by a condition to address disturbance during the building works.”

Officer report

Who spoke

Sian Brown gave a presentation and Councillor David Morton spoke in support of the application.

The decision

Permission was authorised subject to a satisfactory legal agreement, the report’s conditions and the Heads of Terms as amended by the addendum.

“That the Director of Planning and Property be authorised to grant planning permission upon the completion of a satisfactory legal agreement incorporating the Heads of Terms in the report as amended by the Addendum and subject to the conditions listed in the report.”

“That the Director of Planning and Property, after consultation with the Assistant Director of Legal Services and the Chair of the Planning and Development Control Committee be authorised to make any minor changes to the proposed Heads of Terms of the legal agreement or proposed conditions, which may include the variation, addition or deletion of conditions, any such changes shall be within their discretion.”

Minutes