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1,085 in the last 90 days499 in the last 30161 in the last 1485% approveddecisions typically take 75 days

Source: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 1,492 · received or decided in the last 90 days

26 Holland Villas Road, London, W14 8DH
Alterations to the roof to form an additional floor of accommodation to match adjacent houses
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026PP/26/05652
42 Argyll Road, London, W8 7BS
Prune 1x Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) in front garden; 1x Robinia (R.pseudoacacia) and 1x Large London Plane (Platanus x hispanica) in side pavement area on Philimore Place s/o No 18
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026ARB/26/05658
Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD
Installation of new external condenser unit and pipework, replacement of non-original entrance door and overlight, external works to the North elevation windows to accommodate ventilation and associated works
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026PP/26/05654
244 Acklam Road, London, W10 5YG
Permission sought for a pavement crossover and general arrangement.
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026PC/26/05656
Flat A Lower Ground, Ground and First Floor, 41 Lowndes Street, London, SW1X 9HX
Retrospective planning permission for the retention of an external air conditioning condenser unit on the rear ground-floor patio and associated works
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026PP/26/05584

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea received?

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea received 6,974 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 85%.

How long does Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea take to decide applications?

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea takes an average of 75 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea?

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea approves 85% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea?

Submit your representation to Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning portal.

Can I appeal a Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning decision?

Yes. If Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,398 appeals were lodged against Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea decisions in the last 24 months, with a 41% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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About Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the smallest borough in London, boasts royal status and is renowned for its affluence and high population density. Home to prestigious areas such as Notting Hill, Kensington, South Kensington, Chelsea, and Knightsbridge, this Inner London borough presents unique planning opportunities and challenges for developers and residents alike. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 10 towns and villages, including Chelsea, Kensal Town and Kensington. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea received 6,974 planning applications. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (758), discharge of conditions (411), listed building and heritage (294). 22 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,398 planning appeals were lodged against Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea decisions, of which 491 were allowed and 719 were dismissed (41% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.