Policy information sourced from Lambeth Local Plan 2020-2035

T5: River transport

  • Lambeth will support and promote use of the River Thames as a strategic transport route for passengers and freight.
  • The removal of existing piers will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that they are not required and that they are not capable of adaptation for the needs of river transport or other river-related purposes.
  • Proposals for new piers or improvements to existing piers for transport or river-related leisure uses will be supported provided they do not result in unacceptable harm to:
    • river navigation;
    • the effectiveness of flood defences;
    • the hydrology, environment or biodiversity of the river; or
    • the setting of heritage assets.
  • Proposals must be in keeping and appropriate to their context and include arrangements for safe maintenance, management and access which will be secured through planning obligations.
  • Development of sites on the Thames riverside must include a riverside walk at least 6 metres in width along the entire river frontage of the site which:
    • is wheelchair accessible;
    • incorporates provision for safe use by pedestrians and people who cycle;
    • is well lit;
    • is overlooked by activities within the development; and
    • is well linked to the adjoining street pattern with any new access routes designed to be safe and convenient for all users.

For more information please see the Local Plan