The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a classic institution with a rich history and architectural legacy. Home to the Chelsea Pensioners, the Royal Hospital Chelsea supports veterans of the British Army with accommodation and comradeship. We are delighted to have secured planning permission for a new building at this iconic site, as well as securing the refurbishment of the listed Soane Stable Block, Guardhouse and Bakehouse buildings.
During the pre-application process we obtained a positive response from the local authority regarding the massing and volume of the new building. We then managed a second pre-application where we submitted a further detailed design in line with our client’s objectives, taking careful consideration of the historical significance of the site.
Following this, management of the Planning Performance Agreement was key. We liaised with our architects, Peregrine Bryant, the local authority, Historic England, and the team of technical consultants to ensure that all elements of the planning application were thoroughly prepared, addressing any issues as they occurred. As a result, we were able to secure this permission first time, through a delegated decision and fulfil our client’s objectives, delivering a very valuable addition to the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
