Policy information sourced from the Bexley Unitary Development Plan - Written Statement

BTC12

The Council will resist proposals, which would either:

  1. result in the loss of residential premises capable of providing satisfactory residential accommodation; or
  2. have an adverse effect on the privacy and amenity of the occupiers of neighbouring residential premises.

BTC13

The Council will encourage the provision of new, purpose-designed, residential accommodation within the town centre. It will also encourage the use of upper floor accommodation for residential purposes, either through the re-use of areas previously designed for residential use or the conversion of areas from other uses. All proposals involving residential development should secure a good environment for residents. In addition to the appropriate standards of internal space, privacy and daylight outlined in the Plan and guidelines, provision of an independent access to the residential accommodation will be required.

For more information please see the Bexley Unitary Development Plan