Policy information sourced from Lewisham Development Management Local Plan

DM Policy 27 Lighting

The Council will require applicants to protect local character, residential amenity and the wider public, biodiversity and wildlife from light pollution and nuisance, by:

  • taking appropriate measures in lighting design and installation to control the level of illumination, glare, spillage of light, angle and hours of operation
  • using energy efficient and solar powered lighting for energy conservation where feasible
  • providing sensitive lighting for footpaths, cycling paths and public parking areas in the development with particular consideration of the potential adverse impact on biodiversity
  • preventing the adverse impact of light pollution at all stages of development, from building demolition and construction to occupation.

For more information please see the Local Plan