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London Borough Planning — Article 4, HMO & Conservation
Article 4 directions and conservation area notes for 88 tracked local planning authorities.
Boroughs analysed
69
of 88 tracked LPAs
A4 directions
1589
HMO-restricted
38
With A4
51
This data is sourced from planning.data.gov.uk and AI-assisted borough profiles — useful for initial research, but not guaranteed to be current or complete.
Article 4 directions and conservation designations change, and coverage varies by borough.
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Barking and Dagenham
Article 4 (3)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
HMO Article 4 HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(2)
Dagenham Village Upward Extension Article 4 since 2022
Lymington Upward Extension Article 4 since 2022
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Barnet
Article 4 (15)
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 Small Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) HMO since 2016
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(13)
Article 4 for Finchley Garden Village CA since 1979
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Glenhill Close CA since 2002
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Hampstead Garden Suburb CA since 1971
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Hendon The Burroughs CA since 1987
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Mill Hill CA since 1970
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Monken Hadley CA since 1972
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Moss Hall Crescent CA since 1987
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Totteridge CA since 1972
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 for Wood Street CA since 1972
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4(2) for Finchley Church End CA since 2011
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4(2) for Mill Hill CA since 2007
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4(2) for Monken Hadley CA since 2007
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4(2) for Totteridge CA since 2008
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 Agricultural Land Restriction since 1959
Conservation Areas
15 Article 4 Conservation Area directions overlay prime residential wards (NW11, NW4, EN5). External alterations, demolition, design heavily restricted. Heritage sensitivity blocks development viability.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Bath and North East Somerset
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Bexley
B
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
9 listed building apps pending; 12+ conservation areas likely in central DA15–DA17 wards. No specific Article 4 restriction verified, but heritage clustering may constrain external works.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Blackpool
A
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
12+ conservation areas protect Victorian seafront and town centre; external alterations require consent. Impact moderate—most activity in fringe postcodes (FY5, FY2).
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Bradford
No constraints noted
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Brent
C
Article 4 (40)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Article 4 for HMOs since 2022
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Brent HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Commercial & Employment Zones
(1)
Article 4 for SIL and LSIS - Alperton North Wharfside since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(24)
114 and 116 Elms Lane since 2024
Article 4 for Site Allocations - Ikea Tesco since 2022
Article 4 for Town Centres - Queen's Park since 2022
Barn Hill since 2021
Brondesbury ×3 areas since 2021
Buck Lane since 2024
Homestead Park since 2021
Kensal Green since 2021
Kensal Rise ×3 areas since 2025
Kilburn since 2021
Manor Close since 1976
Mapesbury ×3 areas since 2021
Mount Stewart since 2021
Neasden Village since 2021
North Kilburn since 2021
Northwick Circle (Inner) since 2024
Northwick Circle (Outer) since 2024
Queen's Park ×7 areas since 2025
Remainder of Borough since 2022
Roe Green since 2021
St Andrews since 2021
Sudbury Court since 1993
Wembley High Street since 2021
Willesden Green ×2 areas since 2025
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Brighton and Hove
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Brighton and Hove HMO since 2013
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Bristol
Article 4 (16)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (7 areas).
HMO Restrictions
(7)
Article 4 Avonmouth Village HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Article 4 East HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Article 4 North HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Article 4 South HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Ashley Ward, Cabot Ward, Clifton East Ward, Cotham Ward and Lawrence Hill Ward (1999 ward boundary) HMO since 2011
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Clifton Ward (1999 ward boundary) HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Redland Ward (1999 ward boundary) HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(9)
1-34 West Mall since 1974
1-42 Caledonia Place since 1974
Cornwallis Crescent since 1974
Cotham and Redland since 2011
Grove Wood since 2009
Henbury since 1971
Henleaze since 2023
Land at Sherrin Way since 1981
Royal York Crescent since 1974
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Bromley
Article 4 (108)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Change of Use / PDR
(1)
Petts Wood Area of Special Residential Character - Non-Immediate Part 1 Class B and C since 2022
Industrial / Storage Use Changes
Certain changes between industrial and storage uses require planning permission.
Relevant to: developer
Conservation Area
(5)
Alexandra Cottages Conservation Area since 2004
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Barnmead Road Conservation Area, Beckenham ×2 areas since 2000
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Chancery Lane Conservation Area, Beckenham since 1984
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Chislehurst Road Conservation Area, Petts Wood since 2022
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Vincent Square Conservation Area since 2000
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Commercial & Employment Zones
(16)
Beechwood Centre Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Bencewell Business Park Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Bromley North Business Improvement Area ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Bromley South Business Improvement Area ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Crayfield Business/Industrial Park Strategic Industrial Location and Office Cluster ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Elmers End Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Enterprise House Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Farwig Lane Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Franklin Industrial Centre Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Higham Hill Farm Locally Significant Industrial Sites ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Kimberley Business Park Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Klingers Strategic Industrial Location ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
London Road Business Improvement Area ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Lower Sydenham Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Sevenoaks Road Strategic Industrial Location ×2 areas since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Waldo Road Locally Significant Industrial Site ×2 areas since 2023
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(64)
Beckenham Place Park, Foxgrove Avenue and Foxgrove Road Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Beckenham Town Centre since 2022
Bickley Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Biggin Hill Airport since 2001
Biggin Hill Town Centre since 2022
Biggin Hill and Darwin Wards since 2022
Bromley Common Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Bromley Town Centre since 2022
Chelsfield Park Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Chislehurst Town Centre since 2022
Cotmandene Crescent, St Paul's Cray neighbourhood centre since 2022
Crescent Way, Green Street Green neighbourhood centre since 2022
Crystal Palace Town Centre since 2022
Grovelands Road, St Paul's Cray Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
Hastings Road, Bromley Common Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
Hayes Town Centre since 2023
Heathfield Road, Keston Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
High Street, Downe Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
High Street, Farnborough Village Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
High Street, Green Street Green Neighbourhood Centre since 2023
Holmwood Cottages Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Julian Road & Woodlands Road, (Land r/o 1-39 & 8-18 and 30 respectivly), Orpington since 2012
Keston Fruit Farm, Blackness Road since 2013
Knoll Rise Officer Cluster ×2 areas since 2022
Land at Kemnal Road, Chislehrust since 2013
Land at New Barn Lane, Westerham ×2 areas since 2014
Land at New Year's Lane, Knockholt ×2 areas since 2019
Land at Shire Lane, Downe ×2 areas since 2007
Layhams Farm, Layhams Road, West Wickham since 2004
Layhams Road Sheepbarn Lane, West Wickham since 1995
Locksbottom Town Centre since 2023
Main Road, Biggin Hill neighbourhood centre since 2023
Main Road, St Pauls Cray neighbourhood centre since 2023
Marlings Park Estate Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Masons Hill Office Cluster ×2 areas since 2022
Mottingham Town Centre Leith Hill since 2023
North Copers Cope Road Area of Special Resdiential Character since 2022
Old Hill, Chislehurst neighbourhood centre since 2023
Orchard Road, Pratts Bottom Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Orpington Town Centre since 2023
Park Langley Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Penge Town Centre since 2023
Petts Wood Area of Special Residential Character - Immediate Part 1 Class AA since 2021
Petts Wood Area of Special Residential Character - Non-immediate Part 20 A, AA, AB since 2022
Petts Wood Town Centre since 2023
Sevenoaks Road, Pratts Bottom nrighbourhood centre since 2023
Sidney Road and Kendall Road Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
Snag Lane, Cudham since 2015
Southborough Lane, Bromley Common neighbourhood since 2023
Southborough Road, Bickley neighbourhood centre since 2023
St Pauls Cray neighbourhood centre since 2023
Station Square, Petts Wood since 2016
The Chenies, Petts Wood since 2012
The Drift, Keston since 2019
The Knoll Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
View of the Eastern skyline of the Ravensbourne Valley since 2022
Walden Farm, St Mary Cray since 1974
Wards other than Biggin Hill and Darwin since 2022
Wards other than Biggin Hill and Darwin (Non-immediate) since 2022
Warren Road Area of Special Residential Character since 2022
West Wickham Town Centre since 2023
Windsor Drive, Chelsfield neighbourhood centre since 2023
the View of Croydon Town Centre from Village Way, Beckenham since 2022
the view of St Edmund of Canterbury RC Church on Village Way, Beckenham since 2022
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Cambridge
Article 4 (18)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Other Restrictions
(18)
Accordia since 2014
Rhode Island (formerly The Unicorn Public House) since 2014
Robin Hood Public House since 2014
The Blue Moon Public House (formerly Man On The Moon) since 2014
The Carlton Arms Public House since 2014
The Corner House Public House since 2014
The Duke Of Cambridge Public House (formerly The Bakers) since 2014
The Golden Hind Public House since 2014
The Jenny Wren Public House since 2014
The Med Public House since 2014
The Milton Arms Public House since 2014
The Rock Public House since 2014
The Seven Stars Public House since 2014
The Ship Public House since 2014
The Snug Public House since 2014
The Waterman Public House since 2014
The Wrestlers Public House since 2014
Travellers Rest since 2014
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Camden
Article 4 (22)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Article 4 (HMO) — Camden HMO since 2014
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Launderettes to dwelling houses (Sui Generis to C3) since 2018
Large HMO (Sui Generis)
Converting to a large HMO (7+ people, sui generis use) requires full planning permission.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(11)
32-66 (even) & 72-90 (even) South Hill Park, NW3 (South Hill Park Estate Conservation Area) since 1989
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
33 York Rise, NW5 (Dartmouth Park Conservation Area) since 1980
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Belsize Conservation Area (various properties) since 2010
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Belsize Conservation Area Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Fitzjohns/Netherhall Conservation Area Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Hampstead Conservation Area (excl. Frognal Way) (various properties) since 2010
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Hampstead Conservation Area (excl. Frognal Way) Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Primrose Hill Conservation Area (various properties) - UNDER REVIEW since 1983
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Redington/Frognal Conservation Area Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
South Hampstead Conservation Area Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Swiss Cottage Conservation Area (various properties) since 2010
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Commercial & Employment Zones
(2)
Commercial, Business, and Service (Use Class E) to residential (Use Class C3) (in CAZ) since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Commercial, Business, and Service (Use Class E) to residential (Use Class C3) (outside CAZ) since 2022
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(7)
115, 117, 119, 121A, 127-129 Parkway and 1 Park Willage East since 1983
13-51 (odd) & 16-60 (even) Belsize Avenue since 1994
147 Kentish Town Road since 2013
187 Kentish Town Road since 2013
Basements since 2016
Basement Development
Basement extensions and conversions in this area require full planning permission — permitted development rights for basements have been removed.
Relevant to: developer, buyer
Frognal Way since 2010
Frognal Way Non-immediate Article 4 since 2026
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Canterbury
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Cheltenham
No constraints noted
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
City of London
A
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Other Restrictions
(1)
City of London Article 4 Direction since 2021
Conservation Areas
6.4% of applications are listed building or heritage-related. City's historic fabric strictly protected; external alteration heavily scrutinized. Pre-app consultation essential.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
County Durham
A
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area friction evident in approval data. Heritage applications minimal (2 listed building apps, 0 decided). Assume standard NPPF para 199 protections apply.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Coventry
Article 4 (13)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
HMO - 30.9.23 HMO since 2022
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(12)
Black Horse, 73 Spon End since 2012
Brownshill Green since 2022
Copsewood Grange and Lodge, New Century Park, Allard Way since 2014
Earlsdon since 2022
Lady Herberts Garden and the Burges since 2025
Land at 23 (Bank House), 25 and 29 Warwick Road, Coventry, CV1 2EZ since 2019
Land at 6 The Firs since 2016
Matrix, Churchill Car Park since 1995
St. Nicholas Church since 2023
Stoneleigh Road since 1992
United Reform Church, Hawkes Mill Lane since 2015
Washbrook Lane since 2005
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Croydon
B
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Croydon HMO since 2019
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
Multiple conservation areas in CR0, CR2, CR8 wards reduce external alteration freedom. Householder approval remains 95%, suggesting lenient interpretation.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Derby
No constraints noted
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Doncaster
A
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
Moderate heritage presence (~35 apps in window). Not an aggressive barrier; listed building approval rate 100%.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Ealing
B
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Ealing HMO since 2019
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
Dense heritage envelope. 12 conservation areas + significant listed building stock limit external works and demolition. Expect 8-10w decisions for heritage-sensitive schemes.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Eastbourne
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Enfield
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Enfield HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
Conservation areas in EN1 and EN2 restrict external/structural works; listed building consent 100% approval (n=2) suggests pre-negotiated pathway. Enforcement history unknown.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Exeter
B
Article 4 (14)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(1)
2023 Article 4 Direction HMO since 2024
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(1)
Midway Terrace and Ide Lane, Alphington since 2006
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(12)
Land Adjacent to St Davids Station, Bonhay Road since 2006
Land North of Exwick Lane since 2007
Land at Duryard since 1981
Land at Junction of Belmont Road and Western Way since 2006
Land at Sidwell Street since 2006
Land at the Exebridge Centre Car Park since 2006
Land at the Junction of Leypark Road and Hill Barton Road since 2006
Land at the Junction of Prince Charles Road and Stoke Hill since 2006
Land at the Strand, Topsham since 1958
Riverside Pastures, Stoke Road since 2004
St Leonard's Church Hall since 2018
The Crawford Hotel since 2012
Conservation Areas
2023 Article 4 Direction likely restricts residential conversion and external works in conservation areas or designated zones.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Gateshead
Article 4 (5)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Other Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 Directions ×5 areas since 2011
Conservation Areas
12 designated conservation areas (Whartley Hill, Dunston, Swalwell, High Teams, Ryton, Low Fell, Beacon Lough, Rowlands Gill, Blaydon, Chopwell, Crawcrook, Stella). External works and demolition restricted; c.8% of stock affected.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Gloucester
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Greenwich
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Greenwich HMO since 2018
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Guildford
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Guildford HMO since 2016
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Hackney
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Hackney HMO since 2015
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Hammersmith and Fulham
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Hammersmith and Fulham HMO since 2018
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Haringey
Article 4 (26)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Haringey HMO since 2014
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Commercial & Employment Zones
(24)
Ashley Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Bounds Green Industrial Estate since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Brantwood Road since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Constable Crescent since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Cranford Way since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Cross Lane since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Crusader Industrial Estate since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Fountayne Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Hale Wharf since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Herbert Rd/ Ashby Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
High Road East since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
High Road West since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Marsh Lane since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Millmead & Lockwood since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
North East Tottenham since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Omega Works since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Queen Street since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Rangemoor Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
South Tottenham ×2 areas since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Vale/ Eade Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Vale/ Tewkesbury Rd since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
White Hart Lane since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Willoughby Lane since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Wood Green since 2017
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Harrow
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Harrow HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Hastings
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Havering
No constraints noted
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Hertsmere
B
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
Multiple conservation areas, especially EN6 (Borehamwood heritage zone) and WD6. Design scrutiny on extensions.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Hillingdon
Article 4 (150)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) HMO since 2013
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Commercial & Employment Zones
(1)
Construction of new dwellinghouses in employment areas ×77 areas since 2024
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(2)
Changes of use from commercial, business and service uses to dwellinghouses ×71 areas since 2024
Residential extensions since 2014
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Hounslow
Article 4 (4)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (2 areas); commercial-to-residential conversion (Class MA) requires planning permission; conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Hounslow HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Dwellinghouses (C3) to small HMOs (C4) - borough-wide Article 4 Direction HMO since 2023
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Change of Use / PDR
(1)
Change of use or development that would result in new dwellings (Class MA/ZA) since 2025
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Conservation Area
(1)
Article 4(2) directions for Bedford Park and Gunnersbury Conservation areas since 2001
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Ipswich
Article 4 (7)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 Direction for Small HMOs HMO since 2024
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(4)
Anglesea Road/Norwich Road Conservation Area Article 4 Direction since 1998
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Central Conservation Area Article 4 Direction (1-51 Bolton Lane) since 2004
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Christchurch Street/Westerfield Road Conservation Area Article 4 Direction since 2000
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Marlborough Road Conservation Area Article 4 Direction since 2015
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(2)
The Walk Article 4 Direction since 2004
The Walk/Thoroughfare Article 4 Direction since 2004
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Islington
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Islington HMO since 2016
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Kensington and Chelsea
Article 4 (84)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Conservation Area
(78)
Article 4 - No 12
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 13
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 14
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 15
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 19
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 22
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 23
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 24
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 26
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 28
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 29
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 3
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 30
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 31
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 32
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 33
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 36
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 37
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 38
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 40
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 40A
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 41
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 42
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 42A
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 43_44
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 46 ×2 areas
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 48
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 49
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 5
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 50
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 52
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 53
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 54
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 55
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 56
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 57
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 58
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 59
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 6
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 60
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 61
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 62 ×2 areas
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 63
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 64
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 65
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 66
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 67
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 68
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 69
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 7
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 70
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 71
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 72
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 74
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 75
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 76
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 77
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 78
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 78A
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 79
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 8
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 80
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 81A
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 81B
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 81C
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 82
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 83
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 86
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 87
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 87A
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 88
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 89
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 9
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 94
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 95
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 96
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Article 4 - No 97
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Article 4 - No 98
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(4)
Article 4 - No 100
Basement Development
Basement extensions and conversions in this area require full planning permission — permitted development rights for basements have been removed.
Relevant to: developer, buyer
Article 4 - No 101
Article 4 - No 105
Article 4 - No 106
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Kingston upon Thames
Article 4 (4)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Kingston upon Thames HMO since 2018
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(3)
Commercial, business and service use to residential use since 2022
North Lodge and South Lodge since 2023
Seething Wells Filter Bed since 2021
Conservation Areas
Central wards (KT1/KT2) feature 12+ conservation areas; external works on older stock require consent. Lower risk in suburban KT3, KT5, KT9.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Lambeth
B
Article 4 (12)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Commercial-to-residential conversion (Class MA) requires planning permission; conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Change of Use / PDR
(3)
Modified Direction 1 - CAZ since 2022
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Modified Direction 2 - KIBAs and WNCBC since 2022
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Modified Direction 3 - Town Centres since 2022
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Conservation Area
(8)
ALBERT SQUARE since 1975
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
HYDE FARM since 2002
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
LANSDOWNE GARDENS since 1975
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
LEIGHAM COURT ESTATE since 1996
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
PARK HALL ROAD since 1985
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
ST MARKS since 1985
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
ST MARKS/HANOVER GARDENS since 1975
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
STOCKWELL PARK since 1975
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(1)
STREATHAM LODGE ESTATE since 2010
Conservation Areas
93 listed building applications at 78% approval and 11w median decision time. 12 conservation areas span most residential wards; fenestration, materials, and external works scrutinised. Budget +3w for heritage overlap.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Leeds
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Other Restrictions
(1)
A4D01 since 2012
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Leicester
Article 4 (229)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (2 areas); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Houses in Multiple Occupation - 2013 HMO since 2013
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Leicester City Council HMO Article 4 Direction 2021 HMO since 2021
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(10)
Ashleigh Road Conservation Area since 1991
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Braunstone Village Conservation Area since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Evington Footpath Conservation Area since 2003
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Knighton Village Conservation Area since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
New Walk Conservation Area since 2020
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
South Highfields Conservation Area since 1981
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Spinney Hill Park Conservation Area since 1983
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
St Paul's Conservation Area since 2022
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Stoneygate Conservation Area since 2007
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
West End Conservation Area since 2022
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(213)
1 - 14 Haig Place, Braunstone Avenue since 2016
1 Burns Street ; Former Knighton Fields House, Herrick Road ; Knighton Fields Centre, Herrick Road ; 12 Scott Street since 2016
1 Morland Avenue since 2022
1 Westhill Road ; 9 Westhill Road ; 96 Letchworth Road ; 100 Letchworth Road ; 105 Letchworth Road ; 106 Letchworth Road ; 121 Letchworth Road ; 123 Letchworth Road ; 128 Letchworth Road since 2016
104 Uppingham Road since 2022
106 - 108 Belgrave Gate ; Former Jubilee PH, 123 Belgrave Gate ; 1 Orchard Street ; 2 - 14 Jubilee Road since 2016
11-19 Brunswick Street since 2022
119, 119A, 119B, 119C Glenfield Road ; 165 Glenfield Road ; Christ the King Catholic Primary School, Glenfied Road since 2016
12 & 14 Somerville Road since 2022
12 Brougham Street since 2016
122-132 Belgrave Gate, 1 Garden Street since 2015
126 Wigstone Lane since 2016
14 - 24 Talbot Lane since 2016
15 & 17 Halford Street since 2022
15, 17, 19 and 21 The Newarke since 1991
17-19 Guildford Road since 2022
170-170A Belgrave Gate since 2022
193 Charles Street since 2022
193 Charles Street ; Rainbow & Dove PH, 185 Charles Street ; Minster House, 9-11 Northampton Street since 2016
1A Garendon Street since 2016
2 - 12 York Street ; 14 - 18 York Street ; Gospel Hall, York Street since 2016
2 Former Abbey Meadows Mill since 2013
2 Hollington Road since 2016
2 St Peters Road ; 18 - 24 (evens) Evington Street since 2016
2 melbourne Road ; 15 Earl Howe Street ; 1 Sparkenhoe Community Primary School, Gopsall Street since 2016
2-16 (evens) Morland Avenue ; 3, 5, 7 Morland Avenue ; 17, 19, 21 Morland Avenue ; 23 Morland Avenue since 2016
20 Belvoir Street ; 24 Belvoir Street ; 26 Belvoir Street ; 30-32 Belvoir Street ; 43 Belvoir Street since 2016
20 Frog Island ; 36 Woodgate ; 2 Woodgate since 2016
201 to 247 Aylestone Road since 1983
21-27 Brunswick Street since 2022
230 Narborough Road ; The Huntsman Public House, Narborough Road since 2016
24, 26 Narborough Road since 2016
255 Milligan Road since 2016
277 - 311 Aikman Avenue ; St Aidan's Church, St Oswald Road ; Auburn, Bentburn, Crayburn, Deansburn, Emburn, Fairburn & Gorseburn Houses, Aikman Avenue since 2016
292 - 304 (even) Victoria Park Road since 2016
3 Barrington Road ; 6, 8 Barrington Road ; 7 Barrington Road ; 9 Barrington Road ; 16 Barrington Road ; 7 Elmsleigh Avenue ; 16 Guildford Road since 2016
3-9 Westminster Road since 2022
31 Lower Brown Street ; Former Jemsox Factory, 39 - 41 Welford Road since 2016
317 - 355 (odd) Narborough Road since 2016
32 Belgrave Road since 2022
354 - 364 Fosse Road North ; Estonian House 366 Fosse Road North ; St Paul's Former Vicarage, Kirby Road since 2016
378 East Park Road ; 2 Egginton Street since 2016
38 & 40 Marsden Lane since 2022
38 - 46 Sykefield Avenue, 132 Beaconsfield Road, 171 Upperton Road ; 49 & 51 Sykefield Avenue, 173 & 175 Upperton Road since 2016
4 Wheat Street ; 4-18 Wharf Street South ; 80 Wharf Street South since 2016
40 Dorothy Road; 28 Linden Street; 43-45 Constance Road since 2022
40 Pine Tree Avenue ; 42 Pine Tree Avenue since 2016
40 and 42 Old Church Street since 1983
400 Hinckley Road ; 408 Hinckley Road since 2022
413 London Road ; 436 London Road since 2016
429 London Road since 2016
445 - 445A Hinckley Road since 2016
45 Chatham Street ; Black Boy PH, Albion Street ; Electricity Sub-Station, Chatham Street ; Stamford Buildings, Stamford Street ; 1A Stamford Street ; Adult Education Centre, 2-4 Wellington Street since 2016
45 London Street since 2022
453 London Road since 2016
517 - 519 Welford Road since 2016
53 Oxford Street ×2 areas since 2016
54 Belgrave Road since 2022
6 Rowlinson Court, Groby Road / Heathley Park Drive ; 2 Heathley Park, Groby Road / Heathley Park Drive since 2016
67-71 Bruin Street ; Abbey Primary School, Bruin Street since 2016
7 Woodboy Street ; 11 - 13 Britannia Street since 2016
72 Forest Road since 2016
72-74 Friday Street since 2022
75 Shanklin Drive since 2016
78 & 80 Lansdowne Road since 2016
87 Belgrave Road since 2016
89-91 Constance Road since 2016
92 - 94 Charles Street ; 91 Charles Street since 2022
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, 135 Gipsy Lane ; Wyvern Arms PH, 2 Barkby Road ; All Saints Church, Kerrysdale Avenue since 2016
Baptist Church, 78 Uppingham Road since 2016
Belgrave Library, Cossington Street ; Sports Centre, Cossington Street since 2016
Black Horse PH, 1 Foxon Street ; 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 Narborough Road ; Bed City, 22 Narborough Road ; 25 - 27 Bede Street ; 47 - 79 (odds) Braunstone Gate ; 58 - 64 (evens) Braunstone Gate ; 30 Western Road since 2016
Blessed Sacrament Church, Gooding Avenue ; Island Place, Gooding Avenue since 2016
CO-OP, 243-249 Uppingham Road since 2016
CPH Thurmaston ×2 areas since 2011
Caldecote Primary School, Caldecote Road since 2016
Carey Hall Baptist Church, 159 Harrison Road since 2022
Carrick Point, Falmouth Road since 2016
Christ Church, Barbara Road since 2016
Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel, Gleneagles Avenue since 2016
Church of St Thomas More, Knighton Road since 2016
Church of The Nativity, Cavendish Road since 2016
Church of the Mother of God, New Parks Boulevard since 2016
City Hall, Charles Street ; 91 Charles Street ; 92 - 94 Charles Street ; Royal Standard PH, 87 Charles Street ; 21 - 23 Yeoman Street since 2016
Clarendon PH, 7-9 West Avenue since 2016
Coliseum 98-100 Melton Road ; Former Church of St Michael & All Angels, 63, 63A Melton Road since 2016
Cottesmore, 421 London Road since 2022
Crabtree Cottages, Thurcaston Road since 2016
Crematorium & Chapels, Gilroes Cemetery, Groby Road ; Entrance Lodge & Entrance Gates, Gilroes Cemetery, Groby Road ; Jewish Chapel, Gilroes Cemetery, Groby Road since 2016
Cricket Pavilion, 66 New Bridge Street since 2016
Donkey PH, 203 Welford Road since 2016
Dovelands Primary School, Hinckley Road since 2016
Dunlop Business Centre, Evington Valley Road ; Electricity Sub-Station, adj to Supra House, Evington Valley Road since 2016
Durham Ox PH, Birstall Street ; Curzon Works, Curzon Street since 2016
Electricity Sub-Station, adjacent to 5 Doncaster Road since 2022
Electricity Sub-station frontage, 48 Westcotes Drive ; Church Hall, 19 Westcotes Drive since 2016
Elim Pentecostal Church & Hall, Narborough Road since 2016
Evington Parks, 83 and 85 Stoughton Drive North since 2016
Evita House, Sussex Street since 2016
Faircharm Estate, Evelyn Drive since 2016
Fleet House, Lee Street ; Lee Circle Car Park, Lee Street since 2016
Foresters Arms Public House, 17 Frog Island since 2022
Former Abbey Meadows Mill since 2013
Former Blue Moon Public House, Carlisle Street since 2016
Former Chilprufe Factory, 16 East Park Road ; Former GCM Factory, 64 St Barnabas Road since 2016
Former Church of Christ, 2 Dashwood Road since 2016
Former Co-Operative, 729 Aylestone Road since 2022
Former Eagle Brewery, Neyta Buildings, 80-92 Nedham Street since 2022
Former Faraday Works, 352 - 358 St Saviours Road ; Ariel Industries Factory, Temple Road ; Wildt Factory, 451 St Saviours Road since 2016
Former Grammar School, 28 Oxford Street ; Former Education Building, 20 Newarke Street ; Allen House, Newarke Street ; Jain Centre, Oxford Street since 2016
Former Jubilee PH, 123 Belgrave Gate since 2022
Former Kapital Buildings, 3 Navigation Street since 2016
Former Leicester Frith Farm, Sangha Close since 2016
Former North Evington Infirmary Building, Gwendolen Road ; Former Mortuary Building, Gwendolen Road ; Hadley House, Gwendolen Road since 2016
Former Pineapple PH, 27 Burleys Way ; 62 Friday Street ; 72-74 Friday Street ; Former Corah Factory, St John Street ; Former Leeson's Factory, 11 Canning Place since 2016
Former Portland House, Leicester High School for Girls ; Eastern Boundary Wall to Leicester High School for Girls, London Road since 2016
Former Russells' Factory, Eastern Boulevard ; Queens Building, DMU, Mill Lane since 2016
Former Shakespeares Head PH, Southgates since 2016
Former Shonki Building ×2 areas since 2011
Former Smith, Faire & Co. factory, 308 St Saviours Road ; Former Corona Works, 300 St Saviours Road ; Spinney Hill Primary School, Ventnor Street since 2016
Former St Paul's Church, Melbourne Road ; Melbourne Centre since 2016
Former St Saviours Vicarage, Wood Hill since 2022
Former Station, 52-54 Great Central Street ; Central House, Great Central Street ; 2 Jarvis Street since 2016
Former Uppingham Hotel, 1 Uppingham Road since 2016
Former Vicarage, (Part of St Barnabas Primary School), St Barnabas Road since 2016
Former Zion Chapel, Erskine Street since 2016
Gas Service Centre ; Former Railway Sheds, Aylestone Road since 2016
Gatehouse to Former Borough Fever & Smallpox Hospital, Fosse Lane since 2016
Glenfrith House, Leicester Frith Hospital, Groby Road since 2022
Golf Club House, Leicestershire Golf Club, Evington Lane since 2022
Granby Primary School, Aylestone Road since 2016
Gurdwara Shri Guru Dashmesh Sahib, 49 Gipsy Lane since 2016
HSBC, 2-6 Gallowtree Gate ; Dorothy Perkins, 10-12 Gallowtree Gate ; Marks & Spencers, 18-26 Gallowtree Gate ; Tower to Former Lewis's Store, Humberstone Gate ; Coventry Building Society, 5 Humberstone Gate since 2016
Haymarket Theatre, Belgrave Gate since 2016
Highcross House, 345 Gwendolen Road ; 258 - 260 Gwendolen Road since 2016
Holy Apostles Church, Fosse Road South ; Fulhurst Community College, Imperial Avenue ; 249 Fosse Road South since 2016
Holy Trinity Housing Action Area since 1980
Hoskins Brewery, 133 Beaumanor Road since 2016
Humberstone Park House, Lodge & Stable Block, Uppingham Road since 2016
Imperial Buildings East Park Road since 2016
Imperial Buildings, Rolleston Street since 2022
Inglehurst Junior School, Ingle Street since 2016
Jameah Girls Academy, 33 Wood Hill ; Jame Mosque, Asfordby Street since 2016
Janazahgah, Saffron Lane Cemetery, Stonesby Avenue since 2016
Jubilee PH, 112 Leire Street since 2016
Knighton Library, Clarendon Park Road ; 219 Clarendon Park Road ; 90-96 Clarendon Park Road ; Avenue Primary School, Avenue Road Extension ; Brice Memorial Hall, Queens Road since 2016
Knighton Street Offices, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square since 2016
Laburnum Road Community Church, 51 Laburnum Road since 2022
Lancaster Arms PH 234 Green Lane Road since 2016
Library, Narborough Road ; 47 Briton Street ; 42 Western Road ; The Western PH, Western Road since 2016
Linden House, 55 Linden Street since 2022
Lodge & Covered Reservoir, Anstey Lane since 2016
Lodge to Braunstone Park, Braunstone Avenue since 2016
Lodge, 332 Narborough Road ; Electricity Sub-station, 330 Narborough Road since 2016
Manor House Neighbourhood Centre, Haddenham Road since 2016
Masjid Umar Mosque, Evington Drive ; St Philips Church Evington Lane ; Electricity Sub Station, adjacent to 228 Evington Road since 2016
Mayflower Primary School, Evington Drive ; Mayflower Methodist Church, Ethel Drive since 2016
Methodist Church & Hall, 140B Fosse Road North since 2016
National Space Centre, Exploration Drive since 2016
Natural House, Stoughton Lane since 2016
New Parks House, New Parks Primary School, Pindar Road since 2016
New Testament Church of God, Melbourne Road since 2016
Northfield House Primary School, Northfield Road since 2016
Oak House, Gwendolen Road since 2016
Oaklands School, Whitehall Road since 2016
Piccadilly Cinema, Green Lane Road since 2016
Pick Building, 70 Wellington Street since 2016
Portland Lodge, Portland Towers ; Pine Cottage, Portland Towers ; Portland Towers, Portland Towers since 2016
Refreshment Rooms, Abbey Park since 2016
Regent College, Regent Road ×2 areas since 2016
Renfrew Group, Abbey Meadows since 2016
Reorganised Church of Jesus, 330 Abbey Lane since 2016
Richard Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road since 2016
Royal Oak Public House, 110-114 Belgrave Gate since 2022
Rushey Mead Primary School, Gipsy Lane ; Methodist Church & Hall, Harrison Road since 2016
Sacred Heart Parish Church, Mere Road ; Former St Saviours School, Winchat Road ; Former St Saviours Vicarage, Wood Hill since 2016
Shaftesbury Avenue since 2003
Shaftesbury Hall, 3 Holy Bones; 12-14 Great Central Street since 2022
Shree Mandhata Samaj Sahayak Mandal, 1 Hartington Road ; Leicester Markazi Mosque, 162 Nedham Street since 2022
Shree Sanatan Centre, Belper Street ; Wool Pack PH, 109 Catherine Street ; St Albans Church, Weymouth Street ; Shree Sanatan Mandir, Weymouth Street since 2016
St Andrew's Methodist Church & Hall, Glenfield Road East since 2016
St Barnabas School, St Barnabas Road since 2022
St Guthlac's Church, Holbrook Road since 2016
St Hugh's Church, Sturdee Road since 2016
St Luke's Church & Hall Halifax Drive ; Stocking Farm Community Centre, Packwood Road since 2016
St Patrick's Church, Beaumont Leys Lane since 2016
St Peters Church, Hinckley Road ; 60B Hinckley Road since 2016
Swan & Rushes PH, 19 Infirmary Square since 2016
Tesco, 21 Western Boulevard since 2016
The Font PH, 52 Gateway Street since 2016
The Gatehouse, University Road ; University of Leicester Library, University Road ; Charles Wilson Building, University Road ; Attenborough Building, University Road ; Physics Building, University Road ; Chemistry (Research) Building, University Road ; Chemistry (Teaching) Building, University Road ; Bennett Building, University Road ; Rattray Lecture Theatre, University Road ; Percy Gee Building, University Road since 2016
The Linwood Centre, Linwood Lane since 2016
The Lodge, Braunstone Park, Hinckley Road since 2016
The Old Chapel, Leicester Street since 2022
The Old Railway Shed, Former CPH Thurmaston, 2 Upperton Road since 2016
The Old Transformer, Painter Street since 2016
The Wolsey Building, Abbey Park Street ; RSSB Meeting Halls, Abbey Park Street since 2016
The ZIP Building, 39 Rydal Street since 2022
Thurmaston Day Nursery, Warren Drive since 2016
Thurnby Lodge Primary School, Gervas Road since 2016
Trinity Methodist Churc & Hall, Narborough Road since 2016
Tudor Public House, Tudor Road since 2016
Ulverscoft, 22 South Knighton Road since 2016
Units 3-7 Benson Street since 2016
Vicarage Lane, Belgrave since 2008
Vicarage, Holy Apostles Church 281 Fosse Road South ; 1 & 3 Gaddesby Avenue since 2016
Vinola House, 67-71 Bruin Street; 191 Ross Walk since 2022
Vulcan House, Vulcan Road since 2016
Western Park Bowling Pavilions, Hinckley Road since 2016
Whitehall Primary School, Whitehall Road since 2016
Willowbrook Primary School, Roborough Green since 2016
Wyggeston &Queen Elizabeth College, University Road since 2016
Wyggeston's Hospital Chapel, Hinckley Road since 2016
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Lewisham
B
Article 4 (58)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Lewisham HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Change of Use / PDR
(33)
Bellingham Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Blackheath District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Brockley Cross Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Brockley Rise Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Burnt Ash Hill Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Catford Major Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Chinbrook Road and Marvels Lane Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Crofton Park Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Deptford District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Downham District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Downham Way Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Evelyn Street Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Evelyn Street Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Forest Hill District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Grove Park Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Hither Green Lane Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Honor Oak & Brockley Rise Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Kirkdale Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Ladywell Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Lee Green District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Lee Station Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Lewisham Major Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Lewisham Way Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
New Cross District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
New Cross Road Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Perry Hill Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Perry Vale Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Sangley Road and Sandhurst Road Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Southend Lane Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Stanstead Road Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Staplehurst Road Local Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Sydenham District Centre
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Verdent Lane Parade
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Commercial & Employment Zones
(24)
Apollo Business Centre LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Arklow Road MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Blackheath Hill LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Bromley Road SIL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Childers Street East MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Childers Street West LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Clyde Vale LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Convoys Wharf MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Endwell Road LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Evelyn Court LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Grinstead Road MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Lower Creekside LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Mahlam Road LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Oxestalls Road MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Perry Vale LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Plough Way MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Stanton Square LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Sun and Kent Wharf MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Surrey Canal SIL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Surrey Canal Triangle MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Thanet Wharf MEL
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Trundleys Road LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Willow Way LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Worsley Bridge Road LSIS
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Conservation Areas
Wide conservation area coverage across SE6 (Forest Hill, Sydenham), SE23 (Honor Oak, Brockley), SE13 (Lee Green, Blackheath). External works (windows, doors, roofs) require conservation area consent; restricts extension/renovation viability.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Lincoln
B
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
Lincoln Cathedral conservation area and Georgian terraces restrict external alterations. Heritage applications still approve (100%) but design negotiation typical.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Liverpool
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Luton
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions AI estimate — unverified
None found in planning.data.gov.uk for Luton LPA; none unverified in general knowledge
Conservation Areas
Town centre and select wards have conservation status; external works restricted. Non-town-centre wards more permissive.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Manchester
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Medway
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Merton
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Middlesbrough
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Newcastle upon Tyne
Article 4 (8)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (3 areas); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(3)
HW Jesmond & N Jesmond HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Jesmond and Heaton HMO since 2011
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Saint Gabriel's Estate, Heaton HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(2)
Northumberland Gardens Exception since 1997
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Summerhill since 1990
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(3)
Brandy Vaults since 1991
Dukes Cottages since 1983
Saint Peter's Basin 1 since 1996
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Newham
Article 4 (1)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Newham HMO since 2018
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Norwich
No constraints noted
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Nottingham
No data yet
▶
No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Oldham
No constraints noted
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Oxford
Article 4 (4)
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Houses in Multiple Occupation Article 4 Direction HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(3)
The Jericho Article 4 Direction since 2011
The Osney Town Article 4 Direction 1993 since 1994
The Wolvercote Green Article 4 Direction since 2007
Conservation Areas
12 listed building apps in sample; 100% approval but slow triage. Historic core (OX1/OX2) heavily restricted; conservation areas dominate central wards.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Plymouth
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
HMOs Mutley, Greenbank, City Centre and surrounding areas HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Portsmouth
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Portsmouth HMO since 2011
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Preston
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Reading
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Article 4 (HMO) — Reading HMO since 2014
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Redbridge
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Redbridge HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Richmond upon Thames
No constraints noted
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Rochdale
Article 4 (6)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Change of Use / PDR
(4)
Cromer Ring Mill, Jubilee Road, Middleton since 1980
Industrial / Storage Use Changes
Certain changes between industrial and storage uses require planning permission.
Relevant to: developer
Land adjacent 49 Lake Bank, Hollingworth Lake , Littleboroug since 1991
Industrial / Storage Use Changes
Certain changes between industrial and storage uses require planning permission.
Relevant to: developer
Site of Former Firgrove Mill, Rochdale Road, Rochdale since 1992
Industrial / Storage Use Changes
Certain changes between industrial and storage uses require planning permission.
Relevant to: developer
Spotland Stadium, Sandy lane. Rochdale since 1975
Industrial / Storage Use Changes
Certain changes between industrial and storage uses require planning permission.
Relevant to: developer
Conservation Area
(1)
Land at Prickshaw, Croft Head and Broadley Fold since 1989
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Area — Windows & Doors
Replacing windows or doors requires planning permission in this conservation area.
Relevant to: buyer
Other Restrictions
(1)
Land at Prickshaw, Croft Head and Broadley Fold since 1989
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Rotherham
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Salford
Article 4 (3)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (2 areas); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
2018 HMO Article 4 Direction HMO
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
2024 HMO Article 4 Direction HMO
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(1)
Mines Rescue Station Article 4 Direction
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Sheffield
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Southampton
Article 4 (9)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (2 areas); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Article 4 (HMO) — Southampton HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
HMO HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(7)
Carlton Crescent Conservation Area since 2014
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Cranbury Place Conservation Area since 2014
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Ethelburt Avenue Conservation Area since 2001
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Oakmount Triangle Conservation Area since 2019
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Portswood Residents' Gardens Conservation Area since 2009
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
The Avenue Conservation Area since 2014
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Uplands Estate Conservation Area since 2001
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Southwark
B
Article 4 (480)
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (2 areas); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(2)
Houses in multiple occupation: Bywater Place, SE16 HMO
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Houses in multiple occupation: Henshaw Street, SE17 HMO
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Change of Use / PDR
(56)
Protected shopping frontage SF10: Great Suffolk Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF11: Snowfields and Weston Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF12: Colechurch House
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF13: Hay's Galleria
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF14: Tooley Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF15: Bermondsey Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF16: Dockhead
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF17: Jamaica Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF18: Jamaica Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF19: Albion Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF1: Peckham
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF20: Harper Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF21: Tower Bridge Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF22: Lower Road and Plough Way
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF23: Walworth Road, East Street and Camberwell Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF24: Old Kent Road, East Street and Dunton Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF25: Ilderton Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF26: Maddock Way
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF27: Peckham Park Road and Old Kent Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF28: Camberwell
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF29: Vestry Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF2: Walworth Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF30: Peckham
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF31: Queen's Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF32: Bellenden Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF33: Gibbon Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF34: Evelina Road, Nunhead Green and Kirkwood Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF35: Grove Vale
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF36: East Dulwich Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF37: Crossthwaite Avenue
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF38: Lordship Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF39: North Cross Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF3: Camberwell
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF40: Herne Hill
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF41: Half Moon Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF42: Norwood Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF43: Dulwich Village and Calton Avenue
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF44: Dulwich Village
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF45: Lordship Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF46: Forest Hill Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF47: Forest Hill Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF48: Lordship Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF49: Croxted Road and Park Hall Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF4: Lordship Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF50: Seeley Drive
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF51: Nunhead Grove and Nunhead Lane
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF52: Camberwell New Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF53: Southampton Way
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF54: Camberwell Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF55: East Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF56: Camberwell Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF5: The Blue
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF6: Hopton Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF7: The Cut
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF8: Borough High Street
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Protected shopping frontage SF9: Waterloo Road
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Conservation Area
(1)
Site allocation NSP12: 19, 21 and 23 Harper Road, 325 Borough High Street, 1-5 and 7-11 Newington Ca
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Commercial & Employment Zones
(5)
Central Activities Zone
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
SPIL1: Discovery Business Park ×2 areas
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Site allocation NSP25: Burgess Business Park ×2 areas
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Site allocation NSP75: Blackpool Road Business Park ×2 areas
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Site allocation NSP80: Decathlon Site and Mulberry Business Park ×2 areas
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(308)
ALLEYNS HEAD
ANCIENT FORESTERS
ASYLUM TAVERN
Albion Public House
Anchor Tap
BARROW BOY & BANKER
Bankside and Borough District Town Centre ×2 areas
Bear (formerly Jack Beards;Station)
Beer Rebellion
Black Horse
Blue Eyed Maid
British Queen
Bunch of Grapes
CANTERBURY ARMS
CASTLE PUBLIC HOUSE
CHARLES DICKENS
CHINA HALL
CLARENDON ARMS
Camberwell District Town Centre ×2 areas
Canada Water Major Town Centre ×2 areas
Canterbury Arms
Carlton Tavern
Central Activity Zone ×2 areas
Clayton Arms (formerly Dolls House)
Crooked Well (formerly Kerfield)
Crown & Greyhound (due to reopen)
Crown And Anchor
DOGGETTS COAT & BADGE
DOVER CASTLE PH
Dean Swift
Dee Dee's Jazz and the Funk
Draft House
Duke Of Edinburgh
Duke Of Sutherland
Duke of Sussex
Dulwich Village Local Town Centre ×2 areas
East Dulwich Tavern
Elephant and Castle Major Town Centre ×2 areas
Elephant and Castle PH
FARRIERS ARMS
FLOWERS OF THE FOREST
FOUNDERS ARMS
Father Red Cap
Flying Dutchman
Flying Pig
GOWLETT ARMS
George Canning
Grand Union
Great North Wood
HERMITS CAVE
Hampton Court Palace
Herne Hill District Town Centre ×2 areas
Hollydale Tavern
Huntsman & Hound
JOINERS ARMS
John The Unicorn
Kentish Drovers
Kings Arms
LORD CLYDE
LORD PALMERSTON
Liam Ogs
Little Crown
London Bridge District Town Centre ×2 areas
Lordship Lane District Town Centre ×2 areas
MAN OF KENT
MARQUIS OF WELLINGTON
MILLER OF MANSFIELD
MOBY DICK
Masons Arms
Nags Head PH
No.41 Linden Grove, SE15
Nunhead Local Town Centre ×2 areas
OLD KINGS HEAD
OLD THAMESIDE INN
Old Dispensary
Old Kent Road North District Town Centre ×2 areas
Old Kent Road South District Town Centre ×2 areas
Old Nuns Head
Other Room
PHOENIX
PRINCE ALBERT
PRINCE OF WALES
PRINCE WILLIAM HENRY
PYROTECHNISTS ARMS
Peckham Major Town Centre ×2 areas
Pommeler's Rest
QUEEN VICTORIA
Queen Elizabeth PH
Queens Arms
RED LION
RISING SUN
ROSE & CROWN
ROSE & CROWN P H
ROYAL OAK
Railway Arches ×2 areas
Rockingham Arms
Rose & Crown (due to reopen)
Royal Standard
SHIPWRIGHTS ARMS
SIR ROBERT PEEL
SLUG AND LETTUCE
SPIL2: Galleywall and Bermondsey Trading Estates, Bermondsey railway arches and Rotherhithe Business
SPIL2: Galleywall and Bermondsey Trading Estates, Bermondsey railway arches and Rotherhithe Business Estate
SPIL3: Admiral Hyson Trading Estate ×2 areas
SPIL4: Integrated Waste Management Facility, Electricity Substation and Ormside Street ×2 areas
SPIL5: Glengall Road Business Centre ×2 areas
SPIL6: Old Jamaica Road Business Estate ×2 areas
ST CHRISTOPHER'S
ST GEORGES TAVERN
STANLEY ARMS PUBLIC HOUSE
SURREY DOCKS
Sheaf (Formerly Wheatsheaf)
Ship & Whale Public House
Ship And Camel
Simon The Tanner
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Phase 1 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Phase 1 Site 1a ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Phase 2 ×4 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Phase 3 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Phase 4a-c ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Plot 18 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP01: Aylesbury Site 7 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP02: Site Bordering Great Suffolk Street and Ewer Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP03: 62-67 Park Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP04: 185 Park Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP05: London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP06: 1 Southwark Bridge Road and Red Lion Court ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP07: Landmark Court ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP08: Land between Great Suffolk Street and Glasshill Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP09: Swan Street Cluster ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP12: 19, 21 and 23 Harper Road, 325 Borough High Street, 1-5 and 7-11 Newington Causeway
Site allocation NSP13: Biscuit Factory and Campus ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP14: Tower Workshops ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP15: Chambers Wharf ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP16: Conoco House, Quadrant House, Edward Edwards House and Suthring House ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP17: Friars House, 157-168 Blackfriars Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP18: Land enclosed by Colombo Street, Meymott Street and Blackfriars Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP19: Ludgate House & Sampson House, 64 Hopton Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP20: Southwark Station and 1 Joan Street ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP21: McLaren House, St George's Circus ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP22: Land between Paris Gardens, Colombo Street, Blackfriars Road and Stamford Str
Site allocation NSP22: Land between Paris Gardens, Colombo Street, Blackfriars Road and Stamford Street Site allocation NSP
Site allocation NSP23: 1-5 Paris Garden and 16-19 Hatfields ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP24: Camberwell Station Site allocation NSP24 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP26: Butterfly Walk & Morrisons Car Park ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP27: Valmar Trading Estate ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP28: Camberwell Bus Garage ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP29: Abellio Walworth Depot ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP30: Land Between Camberwell Station Road and Warner Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP31: Iceland, 118-132 Camberwell Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP32: 49 Lomond Grove ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP33: 99 Lomond Grove ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP34: 123 Grove Park ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP35: Camberwell Green Magistrates Court ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP36: Denmark Hill Campus East ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP37: Guys and St Thomas Trust Rehabilitation Centre, Crystal Palace ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP38:l The Grove Tavern, 520 Lordship Lane ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP39: Kwik Fit and Gibbs & Dandy, Grove Vale ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP40: Dulwich Hamlet Champion Hill Stadium, Dog Kennel Hill ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP41: Railway Rise, East Dulwich Site allocation NSP41 ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP42: Dulwich Community Hospital, East Dulwich Grove ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP43: Goose Green Trading Estate ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP44: Newington Triangle ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP45: Bakerloo Line Sidings and 7 St George's Circus
Site allocation NSP45: Bakerloo Line Sidings and 7 St. George's Circus
Site allocation NSP46: 63-85 Newington Causeway ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP47: Salvation Army Headquarters, Newington Causeway ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP48: Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre and London College of Communication ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP48: London Southbank University Quarter ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP50: 1-5 Westminster Bridge Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP51: Bath Trading Estate ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP52: London Bridge Health Cluster ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP53: Land between Melior Street, St Thomas Street, Weston Street and Fenning Stree
Site allocation NSP53: Land between Melior Street, St Thomas Street, Weston Street and Fenning Street
Site allocation NSP54: Land between St Thomas Street, Fenning Street, Melior Place, and Snowsfields ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP55: Colechurch House, London Bridge Walk ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP56: Bricklayers Arms ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP57: Crimscott Street and Pages Walk ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP58: Mandela Way ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP59: 107 Dunton Road (Tesco store and car park) and Southernwood Retail Park ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP60: Salisbury estate car park ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP61: 96-120 Old Kent Road (Lidl store) ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP62: Former petrol filling station, 233-247 Old Kent Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP63: Kinglake Street Garages ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP64: 4/12 Albany Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP65: Former Southern Railway Stables ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP66: Land bounded by Glengall Road, Latona Road and Old Kent Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP67: Marlborough Grove and St James’s Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP68: Sandgate Street and Verney Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP69: Devon Street and Sylvan Grove ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP70: Hatcham Road, Penarth Street and Ilderton Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP71: 760, 812 Old Kent Road (Toys’r’us store), and 840 Old Kent Road (Aldi store) ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP72: 684-698 Old Kent Road (Kwikfit garage) ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP73: 636 Old Kent Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP74: Aylesham Centre and Peckham Bus Station ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP76: Land between the railway arches (east of Rye Lane including railway arches) ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP77: Copeland Industrial Park and 1-27 Bournemouth Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP78: Rotherhite Gasometer ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP79: St Olav's Business Park, Lower Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP81: Harmsworth Quays, Surrey Quays Leisure Park, Surrey Quays Shopping Centre and
Site allocation NSP81: Harmsworth Quays, Surrey Quays Leisure Park, Surrey Quays Shopping Centre and Robert’s Close
Site allocation NSP82: Croft Street Depot ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP83: Morrisons, Walworth Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP84: 330-344 Walworth Road ×2 areas
Site allocation NSP85: Chatelaine House, Walworth Road ×2 areas
Spit and Sawdust (formerly THE BEEHIVE)
St James of Bermondsey
Stormbird
THE ALBERT ARMS
THE ANCHOR BANKSIDE
THE BEEHIVE
THE BISHOP
THE BLUE ANCHOR P H
THE BRIDGE HOUSE
THE CHARLIE CHAPLIN
THE CLOCKHOUSE
THE COLBY ARMS
THE DUKE OF YORK
THE FOX ON THE HILL
THE GEORGE
THE GLADSTONE
THE GOLDEN ANCHOR
THE GREYHOUND
THE HAND AND MARIGOLD
THE HORNIMAN AT HAYS
THE HORSESHOE INN
THE HOUR GLASS
THE KENTISH DROVERS
THE KINGS ARMS PUBLIC HOUSE
THE LEATHER EXCHANGE
THE LORD NELSON
THE MARKET PORTER
THE MAYFLOWER
THE MONTPELIER
THE MUDLARK
THE MUG HOUSE
THE NAGS HEAD
THE OLDE APPLE TREE
THE PLOUGH
THE ROEBUCK
THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
THE SHIP AGROUND PUBLIC HOUSE
THE SOUTHWARK TAVERN
THE VICTORIA
THE WHEATSHEAF
THE WHITE HORSE
THE WOOLPACK
TRINITY
The Actress
The Angel at Rotherhithe
The Beer Rebellion
The Beer Shop London
The Bell
The Blacksmiths Arms
The Blue Local Town Centre ×2 areas
The Bramcote Arms
The Brewers
The Brittania
The Brunel
The Cadeleigh Arms
The Camberwell Arms
The Caulkers (Yellow House)
The Cherry Tree
The Copper Tap at the Red Cow
The Crown
The Deal Porter
The Drum
The Garrison
The George Inn
The Gladstone
The Globe Tavern
The Goldsmith (due to reopen)
The Good Intent P H
The Grange
The Great Exhibition
The Gregorian
The Grove Tavern
The Half Moon
The Hartley
The Herne tavern
The Hope ×2 areas
The Ivy House
The Libertine
The Lord Nelson
The Lordship
The Mad Hatter Hotel
The Old Southern Railway Stables and the Forge
The Rake
The Rose
The Rye
The Salt Quay
The Ship
The Sunray Estate
The Tankard
The Tiger
The Union Jack Nolia Gallary
The Waverley Arms
The Winnicott (formerly Old Justice)
The Woodhouse
Thomas A Becket
Tower Bridge Road Local Town Centre ×2 areas
Victoria Inn
WHELAN'S FREE HOUSE
WHITE HART
Watson's General Telegraph
Windsor
Conservation Areas
Extensive conservation coverage across Bankside, Borough, Bermondsey, Dulwich, East Dulwich, Peckham, Rotherhithe, Camberwell. Listed building approvals fast (3.2w median) if compliant. External works on conservation area boundaries routinely require consent.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Stockport
Article 4 (60)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Conservation Area
(1)
Cale Green Conservation Area ×2 areas since 2010
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(25)
Alexandra Park ×2 areas since 2010
All Saints ×2 areas since 2006
Barlow Fold ×2 areas since 2007
Bramall Park ×2 areas since 2005
Bramhall Lane South ×2 areas since 2005
Brook Bottom ×2 areas since 2007
Brooklyn Crescent ×4 areas since 1984
Chadkirk ×2 areas since 2007
Cheadle Village since 2006
Compstall ×2 areas since 2010
Davenport Park ×4 areas since 1980
Egerton Road/Frewland Avenue ×2 areas since 2006
Green Lane ×2 areas since 2006
Hall Street/Lime Grove ×3 areas since 1984
Heaton Mersey ×2 areas since 2008
Heaton Moor Road ×2 areas since 2008
Hillgate ×2 areas since 2007
Marple Bridge ×2 areas since 2010
Mauldeth Road ×2 areas since 2008
Mentor House ×2 areas since 2019
Mill Brow ×4 areas since 2007
Saint Georges ×2 areas since 2006
Station Road/Winnington Road ×2 areas since 2010
Swann Lane/Hulme Hall Rd ×4 areas since 1985
Syddal Park ×2 areas since 2006
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Stoke-on-Trent
Article 4 (27)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
Conservation Area
(18)
Albert Square Conservation Area ×2 areas since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Ash Green Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Blurton Church Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Burslem Town Centre Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Caldon Canal Conservation Area ×7 areas since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Dresden Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Hanley Park Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Hartshill Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Longton Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Park Terrace Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Penkhull Village Conservation Area since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
St Christopher Avenue Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Stoke Town Centre Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
The Villas Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Tower Square Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Trent & Mersey Canal Conservation Area ×2 areas since 2024
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Victoria Park Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Victoria Road Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(1)
Penkhull Garden Village since 2023
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Sunderland
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Sutton
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions AI estimate — unverified
None verified in planning.data.gov.uk. Check with LPA directly for any C3→C4 or permitted development restrictions.
Conservation Areas
18 apps decided; 2 refusals indicate design/conservation friction in some wards. Likely 8+ conservation areas in SMx districts.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Swindon
No constraints noted
▶
Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
Full borough profile →
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Thanet
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Tower Hamlets
Article 4 (64)
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
HMOs HMO since 2021
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(63)
Aberfeldy Street since 2023
Aldgate East since 2023
Aldgate West since 2023
Artillery Lane since 2023
Barkantine Estate 1 since 2023
Barkantine Estate 2 since 2023
Barkantine Estate 3 since 2023
Ben Jonson Road since 2023
Bethnal Green since 2023
Blackwall Trading Estate since 2023
Bow Road since 2023
Brick Lane since 2023
Burdett Road South 1 since 2023
Burdett Road South 2 since 2023
Burslem Street since 2023
Cambridge Heath 1 since 2023
Cambridge Heath 2 since 2023
Cambridge Heath 3 since 2023
Cambridge Heath Road 1 since 2023
Cambridge Heath Road 2 since 2023
Canary Wharf since 2023
Caspian Wharf since 2023
Castalia Square since 2023
Chrisp Street since 2023
Columbia Road since 2023
Crossharbour since 2023
Devon Road 1 since 2023
Devon Road 2 since 2023
Empson Street since 2023
Limehouse 1 since 2023
Limehouse 2 since 2023
London City Island since 2023
Manchester Road 1 since 2023
Manchester Road 2 since 2023
Mile End since 2023
Mile End Road since 2023
Old Ford Road since 2023
Pennyfields since 2023
Poplar High Street since 2023
Prescot Street since 2023
Redchurch Street 1 since 2023
Redchurch Street 2 since 2023
Roman Road East since 2023
Roman Road West 1 since 2023
Roman Road West 2 since 2023
Salmon Lane since 2023
Spitalfields since 2023
St Leonards Street since 2023
St Paul's way since 2023
Stepney Green 1 since 2023
Stepney Green 2 since 2023
Stepney Green 3 since 2023
Stroudley Walk since 2023
The Highway since 2023
Thomas Road since 2023
Wapping Lane 1 since 2023
Wapping Lane 2 since 2023
Watney Market 1 since 2023
Watney Market 2 since 2023
Westferry Road since 2023
Whitechapel 1 since 2023
Whitechapel 2 since 2023
Whitechapel 3 since 2023
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Waltham Forest
Article 4 (16)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Waltham Forest HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Change of Use / PDR
(1)
District Centre related A4D since 2023
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Conservation Area
(9)
Browning Road Conservation Area since 1973
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Chingford Green Conservation Area since 1990
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Forest School Conservation Area since 1972
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Leytonstone Conservation Area since 1990
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Orford Road Conservation Area since 1990
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Ropers Field Conservation Area since 1990
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Thornhill Road Conservation Area since 1988
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Walthamstow Village Conservation Area since 1967
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Woodford Green Conservation Area since 1970
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Commercial & Employment Zones
(1)
Borough Employment Area since 2018
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(2)
Higham's Area of Special Character since 2020
Other Article 4 Direction Area ×3 areas since 2014
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Wandsworth
Article 4 (1)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area).
HMO Restrictions
(1)
Borough-wide Article 4 (HMO) — Wandsworth HMO since 2020
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
West Northamptonshire
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Westminster
Article 4 (10)
Conservation areas
▶
Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
Commercial-to-residential conversion (Class MA) requires planning permission.
Change of Use / PDR
(2)
Article 4 Direction Class E To C3 In Central Activities Zone since 2022
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Article 4 Direction Class E To C3 Out Central Activity Zone since 2021
Commercial to Residential (Class MA)
Converting commercial premises (Class E: offices, retail, cafés, light industrial) to homes requires full planning permission — the fast-track Prior Approval route is blocked here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Commercial / Employment Zone Designation
This direction applies to a designated commercial or employment area (such as an industrial estate, employment land, town centre, or retail zone). It restricts permitted development rights within that commercial zone and has no effect on residential property.
Relevant to: developer
Other Restrictions
(8)
1, 4, 8, 11, 12, 13 Relton Mews, SW7 since 1992
1-27 Bridstow Place, W2 since 1974
1-37 Bristol Gardens, W9 since 1981
1-47 And 2-56 Abbey Gardens, NW8 since 1969
168-208 Sussex Gardens, W2 since 1982
6-10 Moncorvo Close, SW7 since 1984
Article 4 Basement Development Permitted Rights Removed since 2016
Basement Development
Basement extensions and conversions in this area require full planning permission — permitted development rights for basements have been removed.
Relevant to: developer, buyer
Queens Park Estate since 1992
Conservation Areas
Westminster is 70% designated conservation areas + 12+ conservation area appraisals. Listed building density highest in London (UNESCO World Heritage Site core). External works highly restricted.
Data from 13 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Wigan
B
Article 4 (1)
Conservation areas
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Article 4 Directions AI estimate — unverified
None verified in planning.data.gov.uk. No evidence of Article 4(2) C3→C4 direction or blanket Article 4 enforcement.
Conservation Areas
Wigan town centre and Leigh town centre have conservation areas; some heritage friction noted in householder refusals. Not aggressive; manageable for experienced teams.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Woking
Article 4 (45)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Other Restrictions
(43)
177 Stanstead Road, Caterham, Surrey CR3 6AJ since 2009
Car Boot Fair Site, Byers Lane, South Godstone, Surrey RH9 8JH ×2 areas since 2007
ENF/2002/138 since 2002
ENF/2005/32 since 2005
ENF/2015/266 since 2015
ENF/2015/267 since 2015
ENF/2020/372 since 2020
ENF/2021/365 since 2021
ENF/2022/82 since 2022
ENF/2023/322 since 2023
ENF/2025/128 since 2025
ENF/2025/224 since 2025
ENF/2025/231 since 2025
ENF/2025/245 since 2025
Field 1359, Crowhurst Village Road, Crowhurst. since 2002
Fields 1800, 3600, 3900, Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone. since 1999
Fields 6956,7663.8367., Newchapel Road, Newchapel. since 2005
Fortunon Farm, Godstone Hill, Godstone. since 1989
Fosterdown Farm, Godstone Hill, Godstone, Surrey RH9 8DH since 1990
Godstone Hill Farm, Godstone Hill, Godstone, Rh9 8dh. since 1989
Land Adj. Tenchleys Farm, Tenchleys Lane, Limpsfield. since 2009
Land At Burstow Lodge Farm, Normans Corner, Smallfield. since 2009
Land At Dairy House Farm, Green Lane, Outwood. since 2009
Land At Great Earls Wood, Little Earlswood/ Merle Common, Limpsfield. since 2009
Land At Halliloo Farm, Slines Oak Road, Woldingham. since 2009
Land At, Marden Park Farm, Marden Park, Woldingham. since 1995
Land At, Rookery Hill Road, Outwood, Rh1 5qz. since 2000
Land At,Beech Farm Road,,Warlingham, since 2012
Land Between Coppice Lea & M23, Bletchingley Road, Merstham. since 2005
Land East Of A22 And South Of / Redhill Tonbridge Railway. since 1972
Land East, West And South /sides Of, Tile Barn Farm Road/off Carton Road, South Godstone. since 2009
Land Fronting Milner Road, Rear Of 205-309/ Stafford Road, Caterham. since 2009
Land North Of, Pine Crest, South Of Heather Way, Felbridge. since 1997
Land Off, Southfields Road, Woldingham. since 1994
Land South Of, Dry Hill Farm, Moon Lane, Dormansland. since 2000
Land To South Of,Bones Lane,Newchapel since 2009
Limehouse Bottom,Ninehams Road since 2005
Part Of U.d., Caterham & Warlingham. ×2 areas since 1960
Planning Application Land at, Church Lane, Chelsham, Surrey null since 2001
Planning Enquiry Land at Tennyson Gardens, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey null since 2005
Rca Kenley Aerodrome, Whyteleafe Hill, Whyteleafe, Surrey CR3 0AJ since 2007
South Park Farm, Carlton Road, Godstone. since 2009
Store 2, Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak Road, Woldingham, Surrey CR3 7HN since 2006
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Wolverhampton
No constraints noted
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Article 4 Directions
None found on planning.data.gov.uk — check the national map or the LPA website to verify.
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Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
Worcester
No data yet
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No analysis data has been generated for this borough yet. Planning constraints cannot be confirmed — check directly with the local planning authority.
Worthing
Article 4 (8)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
No major restrictions identified from available data.
Change of Use / PDR
(1)
Western Row since 1979
Shopping Parade / Local Centre — Class E Conversion
This Article 4 direction removes the Class MA permitted development right within this local shopping centre or parade. Converting commercial premises (Class E: shops, cafés, offices) to residential (C3) requires full planning permission — you cannot use the fast-track Prior Approval route here.
Relevant to: developer, investor
Other Restrictions
(7)
Ambrose Place since 1998
Church Road, Tarring since 1975
Cowper Road since 2000
Land West of The Plantation since 1969
Tudor Cottage, The Heights since 1956
Warwick Gardens since 2001
Warwick Place since 1998
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.
York
Article 4 (3)
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Article 4 Directions planning.data.gov.uk
HMO conversions require planning permission (1 area); conservation area restrictions apply to alterations.
HMO Restrictions
(1)
HMO HMO since 2012
HMO Conversion (C3→C4)
Converting a family home (C3) to a small HMO of up to 6 people (C4) requires full planning permission — permitted development rights have been removed.
Relevant to: lender, developer, investor
Conservation Area
(1)
Heslington Conservation Area since 2023
Conservation Area — Alterations & Extensions
In this conservation area, extensions, roof alterations and cladding to homes require planning permission — you cannot rely on permitted development rights.
Relevant to: buyer, developer, lender
Other Restrictions
(1)
East Mount Road
Conservation Areas
No conservation area notes recorded for this borough.
Data from 19 July 2026 — verify with the LPA for current information.