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| Address | Project Type | Status | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Gloucester Terrace, W2 | Listed Building Consent | Refused | 18 Mar 2026 | Sensitively designed rear extension to Grade II listed terraced property |
| 62 Hyde Park Square, W2 | Listed Building Consent | Approved | 16 Mar 2026 | Reinstatement of original period features including cornicing and fireplaces |
| 1 Norfolk Crescent, W2 | Basement Conversion | Approved | 4 Mar 2026 | Excavation to create new basement level with lightwell and swimming pool |
| 13 Star Street, W2 | Change of Use | Approved | 3 Mar 2026 | Conversion of former pub to residential accommodation |
| 73 Sussex Gardens, W2 | Change of Use | Approved | 22 Feb 2026 | Conversion from commercial (Class E) to residential (Class C3) use |
| 12 Bathurst Mews, W2 | Full Refurbishment | Under Review | 17 Feb 2026 | Internal reconfiguration and modernisation of all floors with new kitchen and bathrooms |
| 41 Norfolk Crescent, W2 | Change of Use | Approved | 8 Feb 2026 | Change of use from B1 office to C3 residential with external alterations |
| 1 Star Street, W2 | Loft Conversion | Approved | 23 Jan 2026 | L-shaped dormer loft conversion with rear dormer and Velux windows to front |
| 64 Sussex Gardens, W2 | Full Refurbishment | Under Review | 19 Jan 2026 | Complete internal refurbishment including new mechanical and electrical services |
| 49 Gloucester Terrace, W2 | Rear Extension | Approved | 9 Jan 2026 | Single-storey rear extension with flat roof and glazed lantern light |
| 66 Connaught Square, W2 | Loft Conversion | Approved | 15 Dec 2025 | Full dormer loft conversion creating master bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe |
| 75 Norfolk Crescent, W2 | Listed Building Consent | Refused | 20 Oct 2025 | Sensitively designed rear extension to Grade II listed terraced property |
| 41 Connaught Square, W2 | Full Refurbishment | Approved | 28 Sep 2025 | Full renovation of period property including restoration of original features |
| 70 Connaught Square, W2 | Rear Extension | Approved | 1 Jun 2025 | Part single, part two-storey rear extension with new kitchen-diner |
| 11 Southwick Street, W2 | Loft Conversion | Approved | 8 Apr 2025 | L-shaped dormer loft conversion with rear dormer and Velux windows to front |
| 3 Westbourne Terrace, W2 | Change of Use | Approved | 7 Apr 2025 | Conversion from commercial (Class E) to residential (Class C3) use |
| 11 Sussex Gardens, W2 | Change of Use | Under Review | 15 Jan 2025 | Conversion of ground floor retail unit to residential dwelling |
Paddington has seen strong renovation activity over the past twelve months, with change of uses accounting for 29% of all planning applications. Listed Building Consents follow at 18%, with full refurbishments making up a further 18% of submissions. This pattern reflects the character of Paddington's housing stock and the aspirations of homeowners in the W2 postcode.
As a designated conservation area, Paddington requires all external alterations to be sympathetically designed and built using appropriate materials. Planning officers at Westminster Council pay close attention to proposals that affect the streetscape, particularly along prominent roads such as Hyde Park Square and Connaught Square. Despite these additional requirements, our data shows a 71% approval rate for applications in the area — evidence that well-prepared submissions continue to succeed.
The most active streets for development in Paddington include Hyde Park Square, Connaught Square, Sussex Gardens, where homeowners are investing in both extending and upgrading their properties. Full refurbishments and change-of-use applications reflect the mixed residential and commercial character of the area, with many conversions creating high-specification apartments.
Properties in Paddington (W2) typically range from period terraces to substantial detached homes. Whether you are considering a straightforward loft conversion or a comprehensive basement dig, early engagement with Westminster Council's planning department — and appointing an architect familiar with local policy — will significantly improve your chances of a smooth approval. Our team maintains an outstanding track record across the W2 postcode.
Westminster Council manages planning applications across Paddington and the wider borough. As a conservation area, Paddington is subject to additional planning controls. Permitted development rights may be restricted under Article 4 directions, meaning proposals that would normally not require planning permission may need a formal application.
For advice on what you can build in Paddington, see our Planning & Permissions guide. You can also review our planning track record to see our approval rates across London boroughs.
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