Planning application
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
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Proposal
Removal and replacement of one set of external steps leading to basement lightwell from street level; repairs to adjoining vaults. (Linked to 26/01867/FULL)
As published by the council, reference 26/01868/LBC
Application record
- Reference
- 26/01868/LBC
- Type
- Listed Building Consent Application
- Status
- Pending
- Received
- 23 Mar 2026
- Validated
- 1 Apr 2026
- Ward
- Knightsbridge & Belgravia
- Postcode
- SW7 2AN
Site history
Applications at this address on the Westminster register
This site has had 10 applications since 2025: 2 approved, 0 refused.
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26/06056/LBC Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
External repair works including brickwork repairs and repointing, cleaning of brickwork, refurbishment of rainwater goods, repairs and redecoration of balconies, renewal of slate roof coverings and associated leadwork, repairs and redecoration of windows and doors, installation of lead cappings to parapets and gables, and repairs to chimneys and other architectural features.
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26/01867/FULL Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
Removal and replacement of one set of external steps leading to basement lightwell from street level; repairs to adjoining vaults. (Linked to 26/01868/LBC)
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26/01391/NMA Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
Amendments to planning permission dated 27 November 2024 (RN: 24/04202/FULL) for external alterations to flats 7-8 including installation of air conditioning unit at main roof level and associated pipework within lightwell. Namely, replacement of a rear lightwell door and alterations to the air conditioning mounting system at roof level.
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25/08712/LBC Granted
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
Internal alterations to flats 16 and 18 comprising the removal of a modern four-storey staircase, associated remedial restoration works to original intended configuration, internal modifications to front rooms and the rear sections, including alterations to the mezzanine levels of both flats. Replacement windows.
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25/07764/CLEUD Granted
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
The use of the properties as two separate residential units at 16 to 18 Albert Hall Mansions.
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25/07533/FULL Withdrawn
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
External alterations to flats 7-8 including a mounted platform for AC units at main roof level. (Linked with 25/07534/LBC)
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25/07534/LBC Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
External alterations to flats 7-8 including a mounted platform for AC units at main roof level, and internal works across the third and fourth floors.
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25/07477/FULL Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
Installation of replacement single glazed windows and doors with like-for-like double glazed windows and doors using Slimlite glass including repainting windows and door frames and other associated works. Linked with 25/07478/LBC
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25/07478/LBC Awaiting decision
Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
Installation of replacement single glazed windows and doors with like-for-like double glazed windows and doors using Slimlite glass including repainting windows and door frames and other associated works. Linked with 25/07477/FULL
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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23 Mar 2026
Received by Westminster
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1 Apr 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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21 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
Decision expected by 27 May 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.
Westminster took a median of 66 days over the applications it decided in the last year.
Who's behind it
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Roger Mears Architects LLP Agent, an architecture practice registered in London
Active · incorporated 2011 · London
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Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report
19 documents on file for this application
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Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AN
87% historically approved · decision due ~27 May
Removal and replacement of one set of external steps leading to basement lightwell from street level; repairs to adjoining vaults. (Linked to 26/01868/LBC)
Awaiting decision Full applications 26 docs -
Flat 57 Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AG
90% historically approved · decision due ~11 May
Installation of air condenser unit on roof; installation of new windows, sliding doors and railings to lightwell elevation at second floor level; and internal alterations.
Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings Windows or glazing 34 docs -
Flat 57 Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AG
87% historically approved · decision due ~7 May
Installation of air condenser unit on roof; installation of new windows, sliding doors and railings to lightwell elevation at second floor level; and internal alterations.
Awaiting decision Full applications Windows or glazing 40 docs -
Flats 49 To 86 Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AG
89% historically approved · decision due ~28 Aug
Details of sample panel of cleaned facade pursuant to condition 3 of listed building consent dated 19th May 2025 (25/00253/LBC)
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Flat 65 Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AG
90% historically approved · decision due ~6 May
Installation of external grilles to South West Elevation and internal alterations, in connection with the installation of air conditioning. (Linked with 26/00052/FULL)
Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings 17 docs -
Flat 65 Albert Hall Mansions Kensington Gore London SW7 2AG
87% historically approved · decision due ~6 May
Installation of external grilles to South West Elevation, in connection with the installation of air conditioning. (Linked with 26/00053/LBC)
Awaiting decision Full applications 23 docs
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