Proposals

Previous Consultation Information

These proposals build on successful elements of the outdoor dining and increased greening that were introduced to Eccleston Street in 2020 on a temporary basis.

 In August 2021, Westminster City Council carried out a public consultation on the temporary scheme to understand if people agreed that:

• A permanent outdoor dining scheme should be developed
• The temporary scheme should remain on Eccleston Street until the permanent scheme was implemented

Both elements were supported by the majority of people.

Temporary al fresco schemes: road closures, barriers and consultations | Westminster City Council

Summary of Proposals

Proposals overview

• Outdoor dining retained to support retail tenants, operated via pavement licence, and located on the footway next to premises’ forecourts. 
• Minor on-street parking and loading alterations to better cater for servicing needs, including dedicated loading pads. Three Pay by Phone parking bays are proposed to be relocated nearby on Eccleston Street.
• Widened footways to preserve adequate space for pedestrians, wheelchair users and those with visual impairments, with high-quality natural stone paving. 
• Rain gardens and trees introduced to improve surface water drainage and enhance biodiversity.
• Planting and tree species that are tolerant to drought, selected to minimise water usage. Species that support pollinators (such as butterflies, moths and bees) would be prioritised. 
• Traffic change to Eccleston Place to improve road safety, making the short section from Eccleston Street to number 10 Eccleston Place one-way, to be consistent with the rest of the street.