Supplementary planning documents
See guidance documents on the implementation of policies and proposals in the Local Development Framework.
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.
A21 Development Framework
A Development Framework for the A21 corridor.
New Cross Gate SPD
Read about the emerging New Cross Gate Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).
Small sites SPD
The Small Sites Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) adopted in October 2021 gives detailed design guidance on small sites development within the borough.
Surrey Canal Triangle SPD
We are preparing a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) for the area known as the Surrey Canal Triangle.
Alterations and extensions SPD
Read the alterations and extensions SPD.
Shopfront design guide SPD
Read the shopfront design guide SPD.
Planning obligations SPD
Read the planning obligations SPD.
Bromley Road, Southend Village SPD
Read the SPD for Bromley Road, Southend Village.
River corridors improvement plan SPD
Read the SPD for the river corridors.