Article 4 directions in Westminster
These remove specific permitted development rights in defined areas. Check whether your street is inside one before relying on the national limits.
- Article 4 Basement Development Permitted Rights RemovedHouseholder works2016
- 1, 4, 8, 11, 12, 13 Relton Mews, SW7Check with the council1992
- Queens Park EstateCheck with the council1992
- 6-10 Moncorvo Close, SW7Check with the council1984
- 168-208 Sussex Gardens, W2Check with the council1982
- 1-37 Bristol Gardens, W9Check with the council1981
- 1-27 Bridstow Place, W2Check with the council1974
- 1-47 And 2-56 Abbey Gardens, NW8Check with the council1969
- Article 4 Direction Class E To C3 In Central Activities ZoneChange of use2022
- Article 4 Direction Class E To C3 Out Central Activity ZoneChange of use2021
From planning.data.gov.uk, Sep 2026. Councils publish at different levels of detail — confirm the scope of any direction with City of Westminster.
Conservation areas
Each links to its own page: boundary map, what it changes, and the council’s appraisal.
What you can build in Westminster
The national limits for a semi-detached house with full permitted development rights. Inside a conservation area or Article 4 area, some of these need planning permission.
Getting a Lawful Development Certificate from City of Westminster
Apply through the Planning Portal. Decisions usually take up to 8 weeks. Your report tells you whether you need one — and includes the drawings checklist.
City of Westminster website ↗Nearby councils