Policy information sourced from Lewisham Development Management Local Plan
DM Policy 12 Hotels
The Council will encourage the provision of hotels in appropriate locations, with a preference given to those in highly accessible sections of town centres, in close proximity to train stations or other locations where there is good public transport access.
The Council will support proposals for new hotels provided that the development:
- is of the highest design quality, is sympathetic to its surroundings and heritage and enhances the image of the area
- contains ground floor uses that will ensure active frontages and where appropriate add to the vitality of the area throughout the day and evening
- seeks to improve the range and quality of accommodation available within the borough
- meets the highest standards of accessibility and inclusion, and demonstrates that at least 10% of the hotel bedrooms will be wheelchair accessible
- provides a level of car parking appropriate for the site’s level of public transport accessibility. Parking provision for developments in areas of good public transport accessibility (PTAL 4 and above) should be limited to disabled parking, coach parking, taxi parking and other parking required for operational need including deliveries and servicing, provided this does not result in an adverse impact on the local highway network
- is able to facilitate coach and/or taxi drop off and collection, either on or off site, in a manner that respects the surrounding character and is without detriment to the safety of other vehicle users, pedestrians and cyclists
- maximises pedestrian linkages and demonstrates opportunities for walking, cycling and sustainable travel
- demonstrates that it plans for long term adaptability and sustainability.
The Council will consider the conversion of other use classes (except C3 Residential) into hotels provided that the existing buildings can be suitably converted to accommodate hotel rooms and a range of ancillary hotel facilities and it does not conflict with other policies in the plan.
For more information please see the Local Plan