New dwelling planning approval in Lewisham
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 6 Mar 2024.
We hold no refused new dwelling decisions for Lewisham in this period, so treat a full approval rate with caution. The council's own portal has the complete record.
Of 7 new dwelling planning applications decided by Lewisham in the last 5 years, 100% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Lewisham
- Extension : 79% approved (615 decided)
- Roof / fenestration : 84% approved (272 decided)
- Rear extension : 76% approved (313 decided)
- Windows & doors : 95% approved (213 decided)
- Tree work : 99% approved (206 decided)
- Demolition : 87% approved (131 decided)
- Loft conversion : 87% approved (149 decided)
- Balcony / roof terrace : 86% approved (43 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Lewisham, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Lewisham decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.