Policy information sourced from Bromley Local Plan
Policy 97 Change in Use of Upper Floors
Proposals within the Town Centre areas, as defined in the Town Centre boundary plans (see Policy Map Set Part 2), for the conversion of upper floors of shops or commercial premises to residential, community, office accommodation, or leisure will be permitted, provided that:
- any physical alteration does not adversely affect the character or appearance of the property,
- residential or office use is compatible with adjacent/adjoining uses,
- there is no adverse effect on nearby environmental or residential amenity,
- a satisfactory living environment and standard of accommodation is provided, and
- adequate access and car parking can be provided (see transport policies).
Where the proposal involves the loss of an office on upper floors, the applicant will need to demonstrate that it would not be feasible and/or viable to refurbish, renew or modernise the offices in order to meet the current requirements of occupiers. This should be demonstrated through marketing evidence and an independently validated viability assessment.
For more information please see the Local Plan