The Carlton Tavern pub in Maida Vale, west London, was knocked down by developer CTLX in April 2015 despite it being considered for Grade II listing.

Westminster City Council therefore called on the developer to rebuild the pub, but CTLX lodged an appeal. 

This appeal was dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate, giving CTLX two years to rebuild the pub.

“This decision is a just reward for the work of all the local campaigners who have fought so hard to right this wrong,” stated Cllr Robert Davis MBE DL, Westminster City Council Member for Built Environment.

"Westminster City Council has stood side by side with residents to demand that the Carton Tavern should be rebuilt brick by brick."

The inquiry received evidence from local campaign groups, residents, councillors and Historic England. 

Cllr Davis hopes this result sends a clear message to developers that they cannot ride roughshod over the views of local communities. 

"Our planning officers and residents made a strong case in May at the public inquiry. 

“I am pleased that we have won the battle and I look forward to seeing the Carlton Tavern turned back into a thriving community pub."

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