The Planning Sub-Committee (2) of Westminster Council was scheduled to consider a number of planning applications for individual sites across the city. The meeting's agenda included discussions on applications for residential properties, commercial redevelopments, and changes of use.

Planning Applications

The committee was scheduled to review four planning applications:

• Lower Maisonette, 104 Star Street, London, W2 1QF: This application concerned the installation of a stair within the front basement lightwell, along with a new door and infill extension, alterations to the rear patio area, replacement windows, and associated external and internal alterations. The report pack indicated a recommendation to grant conditional permission and listed building consent. Objections had been raised by residents and a local councillor regarding potential harm to the listed building and conservation area, as well as concerns about structure, security, and amenity.

• 35 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2BX: The application proposed the erection of a roof extension to create an additional floor for the fourth-floor flat, enlargement of the lightwell, installation of a lift, reconfiguration of existing flats, partial infilling of the rear courtyard, and installation of plant equipment. The report pack recommended granting conditional planning permission. Objections were received from neighbours concerning loss of light, privacy, and noise.

• 95 - 97 Dean Street, London, W1D 3SY: This application sought permission for a change of use of the ground and mezzanine floors to a restaurant (Use Class E(b)). The report pack indicated a recommendation to grant conditional permission. Objections were raised by the Soho Society regarding the impact on the area's character, the overconcentration of food and drink establishments, and potential amenity issues.

• 19-35 Baker Street, 88-110 George Street, 69-71 Blandford Street and 30, Gloucester Place, London: This item covered three separate applications related to details required to discharge conditions from a previous planning permission granted on 1 October 2021. These included a Servicing Management Plan, details of gates for access to a central courtyard, and a management plan for a 10th-floor room and terrace. Objections were received from residents on Blandford Street concerning servicing arrangements, gate design, and potential noise nuisance from the rooftop facilities. The report pack recommended approving the details for all three applications.