Planning Appeal Consultants in Kensington & Chelsea

Expert Support for Appealing Planning Refusals in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

If your planning application has been refused in Kensington & Chelsea, this does not have to be the end of your proposal. Cedar Planning provides appeals-only, policy-led planning support across the borough, helping homeowners, architects, landowners and developers challenge Local Planning Authority decisions.

Kensington & Chelsea is one of the most heritage-sensitive and design-controlled boroughs in England. Appeals are commonly shaped by listed building constraints, Conservation Area policies, townscape impact and residential amenity. We prepare structured, evidence-based appeal statements that respond directly to refusal reasons, borough policy and national guidance—giving your appeal the strongest possible prospects of success.

For a general overview of the appeal process, see our Planning Appeals service page.

Why Planning Appeals in Kensington & Chelsea Require Specialist Expertise

Appeals in Kensington & Chelsea frequently involve:

• Listed buildings and high-value Conservation Areas

• Roof extensions, mansards and dormers

• Basement developments and structural alterations

• Design quality and materials in historic settings

• Loss of daylight, sunlight and privacy

• Committee refusals for townscape and heritage harm

Inspectors place very significant weight on heritage significance and design quality in this borough. At Cedar Planning, we understand how these policies are applied in practice—and how Inspectors assess harm and public benefit on appeal.

Why Choose Cedar Planning for a Kensington & Chelsea Planning Appeal?

✔ Appeals prepared by a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)
✔ Extensive experience with heritage-led and design-focused appeals
✔ Honest, no-obligation assessment of appeal prospects
✔ Fixed-fee quotes with no hidden costs
✔ Fast turnaround (typically within 2 weeks, subject to availability)

If we consider an appeal unlikely to succeed, we will tell you clearly at the outset.

Types of Planning Appeals We Handle in Wandsworth

Householder Appeals Roof extensions, mansards, dormers, basements and residential alterations.

Small Development Appeals Sensitive infill schemes and residential intensification.

Written Representations Appeals The most common appeal route for refusals in the borough.

Appeals Against Planning Conditions Challenging conditions that are unnecessary or disproportionate.

Commercial and Mixed-Use Appeals Including changes of use within town centres and local parades.

For domestic projects, see our Householder Appeals service.
For restrictive conditions, visit our Planning Conditions Appeal page.

How We Support Your Kensington & Chelsea Planning Appeal

Full Review of the Refusal Decision Identification of heritage tests, policy conflicts and reasoning gaps.

Assessment of Local & National Policy Including RBKC Local Plan policies, Conservation Area guidance and appeal precedents.

Preparation of a Detailed Appeal Statement A clear, professional and persuasive response to each refusal reason.

Submission to the Planning Inspectorate End-to-end management or guided support through the appeal process.

Post-Decision Advice Clear guidance on next steps, whether the appeal is allowed or dismissed.

Contact Cedar Planning - Free Appeal Appraisal

If your planning application in Kensington & Chelsea has been refused, contact Cedar Planning for a free, no-obligation appraisal of your appeal prospects.