Development management

Additional planning policies, for issues that are not covered by the core strategy and London plan. This document has been replaced following the adoption of the Lewisham Local Plan 2020-2040 on 16 July 2025.

Building Safety Levy: starts 1 October 2026

The Building Safety Levy (BSL) will come into effect on 1 October 2026. It is a tax on new dwellings and new bedspaces in purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA).

Developers must pay the levy on certain building control applications or notices before completion or occupation of the building. The Council will collect the levy.

The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025 sets out how the levy will operate.

Public Access system maintenance

The Public Access system will be unavailable from 7.30pm on Friday 11 September until 4pm on Sunday 13 September due to essential maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Development policy documents

See the adoption statement and other reports for the Development Management Local Plan, that was adopted in 2014.

Consultation and submission documents

See the consultation, submission, publication and examination documents for the Development Management Local Plan.