Stripey House, Kensington

In this prominent legal dispute, our client had hoped to demolish an existing building in Kensington and following difficulties in the planning application, she painted her house in red and white stripes. As the building is situated within a high-profile conservation area, the council served the client with a Section 215 notice and legal proceedings commenced.  

 
We were instructed by the client’s legal team to appear as an expert witness and advisor throughout her court case to provide strategic planning advice, which drew on our years of experience in heritage, conservation, refurbishment and stakeholder relations.  This expertise formed a narrative that challenged the initial council decision and supported the client's right to paint the facade of her property. 

Following an 18-month trial through the Magistrates, Crown and High Courts, our client won the case and secured her legal right to keep the painted stripes on her house.