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Planning Applications in
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is part of the London region. Search any postcode in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.

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Search Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Planning Applications

Search any Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea postcode above, then save it to a free PlanWatch account so it is ready next time. Paid plans add email alerts for new applications near a saved postcode, sent within hours of them reaching the council register.

Planning Application Types in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Based on 2286 applications tracked between 2026-04-26 and 2026-10-26.

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Full

623 applications

27% of all applications

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Tree Works

501 applications

22% of all applications

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Listed Building

461 applications

20% of all applications

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Conditions

320 applications

14% of all applications

home_work

Householder

207 applications

9% of all applications

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66 applications

3% of all applications

bar_chart Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Planning Statistics

2286
Applications tracked
1056
Unique locations
Full
Most common type
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Application categories

Data period: 2026-04-26 to 2026-10-26 · Updated 28 October 2026

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What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

PlanWatch currently holds 2,286 Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning records across 1,056 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2026-04-26 to 2026-10-26. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (623), Tree Works (501), Listed Building (461).

Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.

Recent Planning Applications in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Latest applications submitted to Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea council.

SNN/26/05668 2026-10-26

Verification Order required to confirm the numbering and description of the newly formed residential unit, following the change of use of a commercial unit on ground and lower ground floor levels, with a share of the communal access and post point fronting Russell Gardens and linked to Planning application PP/24/06947, as follows:Apartment 002, R G House, 54 Russell Gardens, LONDON, W14 8GEThe following address to be deleted - 54B Russell Gardens, LONDON, W14 8GE

54B Russell Gardens, London, W14 8GE

Validated and Registered
ARB/26/05645 2026-10-22

Prune 3 x Lime (rear)

68 Cambridge Gardens, London, W10 6 HR

Open
SNN/26/05606 2026-10-21

Verification Order required to confirm the description of the newly formed residential unit following the amalgamation of the maisonette at first and second floors with the third floor flat into a single unit, with a share of the communal access and post point fronting Russell Road and linked to Planning application PP/24/02074, as follows:Maisonette, Upper Floors, 41 Russell Road, LONDON, W14 8HTThe following addresses to be deleted - First/Second Floor Flat, 41 Russell Road, LONDON, W14 8HTThird Floor Flat, 41 Russell Road, LONDON, W14 8HT

First/second Floor Flat and Third Floor Flat, 41 Russell Road, London, W14 8HT

Validated and Registered
PP/26/05623 2026-10-21

Demolition and replacement of single storey side extension, installation of replacement window

Excluding Flat A, 40 Gordon Place, London, W8 4JF

Open
ARB/26/05638 2026-10-21

Prune 1 x London Plane (rear)

10 Carlyle Square, London, SW3 6EX

Open
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Objecting to a Planning Application in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.

Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council inside the 21-day consultation window.

Frequently Asked Questions — Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Planning

How do I check planning applications in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
Enter your postcode on PlanWatch to instantly see all recent planning applications in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. We show applications within a 1-mile radius, including extensions, new builds, and change of use applications.
How do I object to a planning application in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
To object to a planning application in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, you need to submit your comments during the public consultation period (usually 21 days). Visit the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea council planning portal or write to their planning department. Your objection must be based on material planning considerations such as impact on privacy, traffic, or character of the area.
How long does planning permission take in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
Most planning applications in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea are decided within 8 weeks for minor applications and 13 weeks for major developments. However, complex applications or those requiring committee decisions can take longer. You can track the status of any application on PlanWatch.
Can I get alerts for new planning applications in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
You can search and save a postcode for Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in PlanWatch. Paid PlanWatch plans add email alerts for new applications near a monitored postcode, sent within hours of them reaching the council register.
What planning applications don't need permission in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
Some developments in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea fall under "permitted development rights" and don't need planning permission. This includes certain small extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings, and changes of use. However, if you're in a conservation area, listed building, or AONB, additional restrictions may apply. Always check with Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea council before starting work.
Can planning applications affect my property value in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea? expand_more
Planning applications near your home in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea may affect how you use or assess a property. PlanWatch helps you find the application and link to the official council record; check the drawings, consultation dates and planning decision before making any property decision.
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