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Architectural drawings in W2

Bayswater / Paddington — covered by Westminster City Council. Fixed-fee planning, building regs, loft, extension and mansard drawings from £840.

W2 at a glance

Primary area
Bayswater / Paddington
Borough
Westminster
Planning authority
Westminster City Council
Article 4 in force
Yes
Conservation areas (borough)
56
Quote turnaround
Same day
Services in W2

Drawings for every W2 property type

Questions about W2

W2 planning FAQ

What borough is W2?

W2 primarily covers Bayswater / Paddington in Westminster.

Do I need planning permission in W2?

Decisions for W2 are made by Westminster City Council. Standard Permitted Development rules apply for most rear extensions and loft conversions on terraced and semi-detached houses, unless the property is in a conservation area, is listed, or sits under an Article 4 Direction. Article 4 in Westminster: Yes.

What does it cost to get drawings in W2?

Fixed fees: Planning drawings from £840 (Essentials) or £1,750 (Complete). Loft from £1,225. Mansard from £1,575. Building regs from £950. We do not charge hourly. Free site survey across all W2 addresses.

How long does a project take in W2?

From first call to planning decision: typically 12–14 weeks. Site survey week 1, design weeks 2–3, validation 1–2 weeks, statutory 8-week determination. Westminster City Council timelines align with the national norm.

What housing stock dominates W2?

Bayswater / Paddington in W2 is characterised by the housing stock of Westminster — broadly grand georgian and regency terraces in belgravia and pimlico.

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