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Westminster Cathedral conservation area

Westminster Cathedral is a conservation area of about 9.6 hectares managed by City of Westminster, designated on 1 January 1993. It contains 5 listed buildings (1 Grade I, 2 Grade II* and 2 Grade II). 2 Article 4 directions cover part of it, so even small changes can need permission. 4 tree preservation zones overlap it.

Size9.6 haInside the boundary
Designated19931 January 1993
Listed buildings51 Grade I, 2 Grade II* and 2 Grade II
Article 42Directions overlap
Tree zones4Protected tree zones

Westminster Cathedral boundary

Listed buildings inside Westminster Cathedral

5 listed buildings lie inside the boundary: 1 Grade I, 2 Grade II* and 2 Grade II. The highest graded are shown here, each linked to its official Historic England entry.

BuildingGrade
Westminster CathedralI
Clergy House and Archbishop's HouseII*
Diocesean HallII*
Former London Diocesan Girls' Friendly Society Hostel (St Mungos)II
Friary of St FrancisII

Article 4 directions in Westminster Cathedral

  • Article 4 Direction Class E To C3 In Central Activities Zone
  • Article 4 Basement Development Permitted Rights Removed

An Article 4 direction removes some permitted development rights in a defined area. Each direction covers only the kinds of work it names, for example windows, doors, porches, painting the front, front walls, basements or changes of use. Read the council's direction to see exactly what this one covers.

Council documents for Westminster Cathedral

Published by City of Westminster. Appraisals describe what makes the area special and what the council expects from changes.

What needs planning permission in Westminster Cathedral

Houses in Westminster Cathedral have fewer permitted development rights than houses elsewhere. Side extensions, roof extensions, cladding, two storey rear extensions and sheds beside the house need planning permission, and trees need 6 weeks notice before work.

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Nearby conservation areas

Other conservation areas in City of Westminster