The proposals aim to increase visibility for all road users, and create a waiting space for cyclists to facilitate contra-flow (two-way) cycling in this one-way section of Pavilion Road.
The proposed changes are:
A) Conversion of 10 metres (33ft) of single yellow line (hours...More
The Council already has an Intermediate Housing Allocations Policy. This was published in December 2015. The Council is looking to update this policy and possibly include a provision ...More
This experimental order will:
P revent motor vehicles entering or proceeding in Bute Street;
Ex empt pedal cycles from the existing one-way system in Bute Street;
Remove the residents parking place and the visitor pay-by-phone parking places in Bute Street...More
T he Council has extended the afternoon closure times of the pedestrian and cycle zone in Edge Street (outside Fox Primary School) so that from 20 May it will operate between 3.00 pm and 4.00 pm on Mondays to Fridays inclusive (term time only).
Motor vehicles will be...More
The Council has prohibited motor vehicles from entering the length of Kensington Park Road that lies between Blenheim Crescent and Elgin Crescent and provided a south-eastbound one-way system applying to all vehicles except pedal cycles in Kensington Park Road, between Blenheim Crescent and...More
The Council has extended the afternoon closure times of the pedestrian and cycle zone in Draycott Avenue (outside Marlborough Primary School) so that from 1 November it will operate between 3.15pm and 3.45pm on Mondays to Fridays inclusive. Motor vehicles will be banned from entering Draycott...More
Kensington and Chelsea Council is looking to make improvements to two playgrounds located within Emslie Horniman Pleasance.
The Council would like to know your views on the current playgrounds, what you like or dislike, and any other ideas which you would like to see included.
...More
The Council wants to build 600 new homes in the borough, including
a minimum of 300 affordable homes to rent. This will be achieved
by building on land which we already own, without the loss of any
existing homes.
The Council has proposed a rebuild of the existing Cheyne Nursery off...More
Encouraging environmentally friendly transport options is one of the Council’s transport objectives. Since early June 2021 the Council has been participating in the rental e-scooter trial scheme coordinated by Transport for London.
To avoid problems caused by...More
The Council is consulting on proposals to exempt pedal cycles from the existing one-way traffic systems in:
(i) Nevern Road (between Nevern Square (north-west arm) and Longridge Road);
(ii) Nevern Square, north-east arm (between Nevern Square (north-west...More
From 19 April 2021, m otor vehicles will be banned from entering St Charles Square (north to south arm) between the south-eastern kerb-line of St Charles Square (arm adjacent to Nos. 26 and 28 St Charles Square and Nos. 273 and 275 Ladbroke Grove) and the north-western kerb-line of St...More
From 19 April 2021, m otor vehicles will be banned from entering Sedding Street (whole length) between 8.45am and 9.10am and between 3.20pm and 3.45pm on Mondays to Fridays inclusive (term time only).
[Note: Foot scooters, electric scooters, emergency vehicles,...More
From 19 April 2021, m otor vehicles will be banned from entering Draycott Avenue, between the north-western kerb-line of Rosemoor Street and a point five metres south-east of the south-eastern kerb-line of Denyer Street between 8.30am and 9.05am and between 3.00pm and 3.35pm on Mondays...More
Kensington and Chelsea Council are seeking your views on improvements to the children’s playground in Sunbeam Gardens.
The current play equipment is coming to the end of its life span and therefore needs replacing.
We would appreciate if you could spend a few minutes...More
The Curve’s Journey
The Curve originally provided emergency support for those affected by the Grenfell tragedy. Over time, and with hard work from the community, the services changed to provide 1:1 information advice and guidance; basic skills classes; language classes; and social...More
The Local Plan sets out the vision for future development in the borough over a 20 year period and includes the planning policies to help achieve this vision. It can do so by identifying locations that are suitable for good growth as well as for conservation and by setting clear guidelines for...More
Kensington and Chelsea is home to the world-famous Portobello and Golborne Market plus a range of other fantastic food, flowers, crafts and clothes markets. To ensure that markets in the borough get the support needed, we are keen to hear views on a range of potential proposals which outline...More
The Council is imposing a speed limit of 20 miles per hour (mph) in the roads or lengths of roads listed in the Schedule to this Notice (excluding any length that is Greater London Authority side road). This includes all publicly maintained roads within the borough and certain lengths of boundary...More
The Youth Council launched in January 2020 following the Council’s Youth Review. One of the key findings outlined that “It’s really important that young people are listened to and have a meaningful role in shaping services that affect them”.
Members of the Youth...More
High streets everywhere are changing but together we can ensure Kensington and Chelsea’s vibrant streets keep meeting the needs of our communities.
Think about your local or favourite high street.
What do you like about it?
What would you like to see...More
From 21 March 2021, there will be an experimental order to provide an at any time northbound with-flow bus lane for the use of buses, solo motorcycles, pedal cycles, taxis and dial-a-ride buses in the northbound carriageway of Chelsea Bridge, extending between the boundary with the...More
Silchester Estate is set to benefit from a multi-million pound programme of improvement works to the external fabric, and internal areas, of the four tower blocks on the estate. In preparation for the works starting (expected February 2022), Kensington and Chelsea Council is currently preparing...More
The Gambling Act 2005 requires all licensing authorities to prepare and publish a Gambling Act Statement of Policy and Principles every three years. A review of the current policy, which is due to expire in January 2022, is now underway. This will be our sixth Statement of Gambling Policy. ...More
Kensington and Chelsea Council and Westminster City Council provide a range of older people’s day services focused on supporting residents to maintain their physical and emotional wellbeing.
Some of the services are more targeted at older residents who are independent and...More
The Council are seeking your views on improvements to Kensington Memorial Park (St Mark’s Park).
This consultation follows a number of discussions we have had with people over the past few years. In 2019 we asked people for their views on the future of park buildings...More
Over the last few months, Kensington and Chelsea Council has been consulting with the local community about potential improvements to Avondale Park. This has been collected through an initial ideas and feedback period and focus groups sessions with internal and external stakeholders. The...More
The Housing Management Anti-Social Behaviour Team was formed in December 2020 to tackle more serious incidents of anti-social behaviour and help reduce crime, specifically on Council-owned estates, to ensure our residents feel safe in their homes and local community. The team act on information...More
The Council has recently launched a wide-ranging consultation and review with bereaved and survivors to help shape the future of the Dedicated Service.
The first phase of the consultation will run from Monday 5 July to at least Monday 16 August 2021, with a follow-up phase planned for...More
From 1 September 2021, motor vehicles will be banned from entering Hans Street, between the eastern kerb-line of Hans Place and the western kerb-line of Pavilion Road, between 8.00am and 9.00am and between 4.00pm and 6.00pm on Mondays to Thursdays inclusive and between 8.00am and 9.00am and...More
From 1 September 2021, motor vehicles will be banned from entering Burnaby Street between the north-eastern kerb-line of Lots Road and the south-western kerb-line of Upcerne Road, between 8.05am and 8.45am and between 3.25pm and 3.50pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and between...More