This guide explains planning permission rules affecting fence and wall developments in Lewisham.
Most householder development follows national permitted development rules unless local restrictions apply.
the volume of the air source heat pump’s outdoor compressor unit (including housing) must not exceed 0.6 cubic metres
Extensions must comply with national permitted development depth limits.
Statements must include details for the management of odour abatement technologies/ systems to mitigate and manage unpleasant odours generated during cooking activities in commercial kitchens. These are important to prevent or minimize the release of cooking odours into the surrounding environment, ensuring a comfortable and nuisance-free atmosphere for both neighbouring properties and patrons.
on land within a conservation area the air source heat pump must not be installed on a wall or roof which fronts a highway or be nearer to any highway that bounds the property than any part of the building
sited, so far as is practicable, to minimise its effect on the external appearance of the building
Planning information about listed buildings, houses in conservation areas and urban design and archaeology.
Planning information about listed buildings, houses in conservation areas and urban design and archaeology.
Last verified 2026-01
UK permitted development legislation allows many fence and wall projects without planning permission provided certain limits are followed.
However local planning authorities such as those covering Lewisham may impose additional planning controls through conservation area policies or Article 4 directions.
Many fence and wall projects in Lewisham may fall under permitted development rights if they remain within national planning limits.
the volume of the air source heat pump’s outdoor compressor unit (including housing) must not exceed 0.6 cubic metres
Statements must include details for the management of odour abatement technologies/ systems to mitigate and manage unpleasant odours generated during cooking activities in commercial kitchens. These are important to prevent or minimize the release of cooking odours into the surrounding environment, ensuring a comfortable and nuisance-free atmosphere for both neighbouring properties and patrons.
Yes. Additional planning restrictions may apply in conservation areas or where Article 4 directions remove permitted development rights.
Planning applications for fence and wall projects in Lewisham are handled by the local planning authority covering Lewisham, Greater London.
For official planning advice consult the council planning portal for your area or visit the UK Planning Portal.
This guide summarises planning rules affecting fence and wall developments in Lewisham.
Planning regulations may change and additional local planning policies may apply. Always confirm planning requirements with your local planning authority before starting development.
Last updated March 2026