Kensington Property Partnership is proposing to repurpose part of Kensington Town Hall’s basement car park to deliver new, in-demand uses within a high-quality setting. The car park, which has its entrance and exit on Phillimore Walk, has some surplus space on levels B2 and B3 as the demand for car parking in the area has reduced over time. The proposals include:

• Hospitality training academy

• Flexible workspace for small businesses

• Secure self-storage units with a manned reception

Repurposing the car park and introducing these new facilities whilst still providing an appropriate amount of car parking is a sustainable re-use of this surplus space within a central location. The proposals will support small, employment-generating businesses within a flexible workspace that is affordable. A modern self-storage facility will be created to serve the needs of local residents and businesses who otherwise have to travel long distances to access this type of facility. To ensure a healthy and safe environment for all those visiting and using the spaces, we are designing access to natural daylight and fresh air exchange through existing openings into level B2. We are also installing new lighting and adapting existing sprinkler systems.

You can find our planning application by clicking here and searching PP/23/04148.