Esmond Court, Thackeray St, London, W8 5ET

What is being proposed

Description of the Proposal The proposal involves the removal of a metal external fire escape staircase located at the east elevation of the building serving flat 32 connecting it to the roof. The staircase is no longer required as part of the current fire safety and evacuation strategy for the building. Its removal will not compromise fire escape provision within the building and will enhance both safety and the appearance of the east elevation. Following the removal of the fire escape, the affected section of tiling will be reinstated with tiles to match the existing. The parapet in this area will also be extended and rebuilt to align with the height and detailing of the surrounding parapet. Fire Safety Statement This application relates to the removal of a redundant external fire escape staircase at Esmond Court. A review of the building's fire strategy has confirmed that the staircase is no longer required as part of the approved means of escape. Internal escape routes fully comply with current fire safety regulations and provide adequate protection and egress for residents in the event of an emergency. The external staircase is currently in a state of disrepair and presents a potential hazard. Its removal will eliminate the associated structural and safety risks without impacting the building’s fire safety integrity. The proposal does not involve any changes to internal layouts or fire compartmentation, and there will be no reduction in the level of fire protection afforded to occupants. All works will be carried out in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and in consultation with the building’s responsible person or fire risk assessor, where applicable.

Description as published by Kensington and Chelsea.

What this could mean for you

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Timeline

1. Received

   22 Aug 2025 · Submitted to the council

2. Validated

   22 Aug 2025 · Checked and published

3. Comments close

   19 Sept 2025 · Last day to have your say

4. Decision due

   Not yet · Target date, often slips

5. Decided

   17 Oct 2025 · Outcome published

Key facts

Reference

PP/25/04544

Authority

Kensington and Chelsea

Address

Esmond Court, Thackeray St, London, W8 5ET

Postcode

W8 5ET

Type

Other

Scale

Minor

Applicant

Not published

Agent

Not published

Received

22 Aug 2025

Decision due

Not given

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