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Planning application documents: what to read first
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Application overview
Variation of condition ‘C3 - Approved Drawings’ of Listed Building Consent reference PA25/2399 to allow for doors to be replaced at LGF level.
Proposal details
- Reference
- PA26/2650
- Alternative references
- PP-15115150
- Ward
- South Richmond Ward [STR]
- Agent
- Arnold
- UPRN
- 100022318173
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| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form - Without Personal DataApplication Form - Redacted | 30 Jul 2026 | View |
| PROPOSED LOWER GROUND FLOOR PLANSubmitted Drawing | 30 Jul 2026 | View |
| EXISTING AND DEMOLITION LOWER GROUND FLOOR PLANSubmitted Drawing | 30 Jul 2026 | View |
| COVERING LETTER FROM ARCHITECTCorrespondence | 30 Jul 2026 | View |
| CIL formApplication Form | 11 Aug 2026 | View |
| Officer ReportReport | 16 Sept 2026 | View |
| decisionDecision Notice | 16 Sept 2026 | View |
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Decision & conditions
decisionPlanning conditions
- The works to which this application relates must be begun before the expiration of three years beginning with the date of Listed Building Consent PA25/2399, dated 05 Sep 2025. REASON: To conform with the requirements of Section 18 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended by the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
- The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and documents, where applicable. Design and Access Statement (excluding page 43), 24024-031=REV=P1, 24024-011=REV=P1, 24024-010=REV=P1, 24024-030=REV=P1, 24024-014=REV=P1, 24024-012=REV=P1, 24024-020=REV=P1, 24024-032=REV=P1, 24024-013=REV=P1, 24024-600=REV=P1, 4024-001=REV=P1, 24024-602=REV=P1, 24024-603=REV=P1, 24024-302=REV=P1, 24024-100=REV=P1, 24024-601=REV=P1, 24024-301=REV=P1, 24024-102=REV=P1, 24024-200=REV=P1, 24024-201=REV=P1, 24024-303=REV=P1 & 4024-000=REV=P1; report and quotation for specialist waterproofing system received on 11 Jul 2025 and 24024-103 Rev P2 & 24024-104 Rev P2 received on 04 Aug 2025. 24024-009 Rev P2 & 24024-099a Rev P2 received on 30 Jul 2026. REASON: To accord with the terms of the application, for the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
- The replacement roof tiles shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the approved details submitted under application reference PA26/2660, dated 11 Sep 2026 and new timber flooring as per application reference PA26/2916, dated 16 Sep 2026, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority. Except where specified above, no new finishes, including works of making good, shall be carried out other than in materials to match the existing, except where indicated otherwise on the submitted application form and/or approved drawings. REASON: To ensure that the proposed development is in keeping with the existing building and does not prejudice the appearance of the locality.
- 1. The works shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with details/detailed drawings including plans, elevations, and sections as applicable; such details to be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in writing to show: i) Method statement for refurbishment of staircase, paint removal needs to justified by paint analysis of existing layers, to show no harm to historic internal decorative scheme. Ja) Full details of the 3x doors to be replaced at lower ground floor level. 2. The works shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the approved details as listed below: a) New insulation As approved under application reference number PA26/2916, dated 16 Sep 2026. b) CCTV camera d) Method statement for refurbishment of historic floorboards. e) Detailed section drawing to show floor build up with underfloor heating and method statement to confirm new pipework would follow existing routes, with no notching of joists. f) Details of replacement radiators As approved under application reference number PA26/2660, dated 11 Sep 2026. c) AC unit g) Details of new fireplaces/surrounds h) Details of new skirting j) Details of new doors to utility room/en-suite/plant room at lower ground floor. As approved under application reference number PA26/1477, dated 23 Jun 2026. REASON: To protect the integrity of the Listed Building.
- The replacement flooring and electric underfloor heating to the second-floor bathroom, along with any associated structural strengthening works shall not be implemented other than in accordance with the details as approved under application reference number PA26/2660, dated 11 Sep 2026, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority. REASON: To protect the integrity of the Listed Building.
- The development must be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the ‘Fire Safety Statement’ received on 11 Jul 2025 unless otherwise approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. REASON: To ensure that the development incorporates the necessary fire safety measures in accordance with the Mayor's London Plan Policy D12.
- In accordance with paragraphs 38-42 of the National Planning Policy Framework, Richmond upon Thames Borough Council takes a positive and proactive approach to the delivery of sustainable development, by: * Providing a formal pre-application service * Providing written policies and guidance, all of which is available to view on the Council's website * Where appropriate, negotiating amendments to secure a positive decision * Determining applications in a timely manner. In this instance: * The application was acceptable as submitted, and approved without delay.
- Other than the specified measures included within the application including replacement PIR insulation, works to the vault and amendments to hard landscaping in the garden, this application does not cover any other as yet unspecified remedial or preventative works to address damp issues, which are yet to be determined. Works covering this should be covered by a separate Listed Building Consent application if required.
- If any historic fabric is discovered within blocked fireplaces the council should be informed.
