Westminster · housing and retrofit
Westminster’s homes include Georgian terraces in Marylebone and Mayfair, Thomas Cubitt’s stucco terraces in Pimlico and Belgravia, mansion blocks in Maida Vale and St John’s Wood, and post-war estates such as Churchill Gardens.
A large part of the city is covered by conservation areas, and it contains a very high number of listed buildings. Most residents live in flats.
Property types
Homes we commonly see in Westminster
- Georgian and Regency terraces
- Stucco-fronted terraces
- Mansion blocks
- Flats in converted houses
- Post-war estates
Local considerations
What tends to shape retrofit here
- Conservation area and listed building controls are widespread
- Most homes are leasehold flats, so freeholder and management consent is often required
- Shared heating and ventilation systems in blocks affect individual options
- Sash windows and decorative facades are often protected features
Planning rules, conservation area guidance and Article 4 directions are set by the local planning authority and can change. Check the current position with Westminster City Council before finalising external changes.
Making an enquiry
Enquiring from Westminster
- Tell us whether the building is listed and who manages it
- For flats, mention whether heating is individual or communal
- Share any previous planning or listed building consent
Services available
Services available in Westminster
- Retrofit Assessment – find out how the home performs now and what limits what you can safely change.
- Retrofit Design – measures specified as a joined-up package, with the junctions and ventilation thought through.
- Condensation Risk Analysis and fRsi Calculations – check whether a junction or detail keeps internal surfaces warm enough.
- Retrofit Coordination – one accountable role that joins the stages up and manages technical risk.
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