Policy information sourced from Lambeth Local Plan 2020-2035

H3: Safeguarding existing housing

Existing self-contained C3 housing will be safeguarded in accordance with London Plan policy. Exceptionally, the net loss of self-contained residential accommodation may be acceptable where the proposal is for specialist non-self-contained accommodation (use class C2) to meet an identified local need in accordance with the requirements of Local Plan policy H8.

Where loss of existing affordable housing is proposed, the council will follow the approach set out in London Plan policy H8.

Proposals that would bring back into use long-term empty homes and derelict empty homes will be supported.

Homes should not be used as short-term holiday rental accommodation for a cumulative period of more than 90 days a year. Applications for change of use of permanent residential accommodation to short-term holiday lets will not be permitted.

For more information please see the Local Plan