Policy information sourced from the Watford Local Plan 2021-2038.

HO3.9: Residential Conversions

Proposals to sub-divide existing residential accommodation into self-contained flats or large scale Houses in Multiple Occupation will be supported where:

  • In the case of conversion to self-contained flats, proposals resulting in the loss of purpose built, family-sized accommodation with three or more bedrooms, are to include a family-sized unit (three+ bedrooms) with direct access to garden space at ground floor on site as part of the development;
  • In the case of conversion to self-contained flats, all residential units on site meet the nationally described space standard;
  • In the case of conversion to a House in Multiple Occupation, the property has an original, unextended, floor area of at least 150sqm and is located in an area with good access to public transport and other amenities;
  • Appropriate amenity space and facilities for refuse and recycling storage are provided; and
  • The proposal is car-free or parking provision is provided on site, or in nearby off-street parking facilities.

For more information, please see the Watford Local Plan 2021-2038.