article_snippet: An historic Grade II listed building on one of London's most desirable squares is set to be transformed into a 'mega-mansion' worth more than £60million.
article_snippet: But after being empty for a number of years, The property is said to be in need of 'significant refurbishment' and architects, acting on behalf of The Cadogan Estate, have submitted plans to return it to an opulent family home.
article_snippet: The huge property is now said to be in need of 'significant refurbishment' after being empty for a number of years .
article_snippet: The end of the public consultation is Friday, with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea expecting a decision by April 15.
article_snippet: Mr Russell added: 'Given the council are all for retaining the original character of an area, and the identity of the various pockets of Chelsea and Kensington, I'd be very surprised if the identity of the various pockets of Chelsea and Kensington opposed the proposals to restore this building back to being a single family dwelling. '
article_snippet: Whilst the council have adopted a more negative attitude towards 'losing residential units' in the Royal Borough of Kensington more recently, there is a huge amount to be said for restoring these beautiful old buildings back to the way in which these beautiful old buildings were originally intended to be, and built for.
article_snippet: Plans submitted to Kensington borough council show the huge scale the renovation project being undertaken by developers .
highlights_snippet: Developers now want to refurbish the huge property to Developers former glory, installing a gym, spa and 'media room'
  Six-story property expected to sell for around £60million when completed, with a £7million stamp duty charge .