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Planning AtlasLewishamForest Hill wardSE23 3LX
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Postcode record · Lewisham

SE23 3LX.

SE23 3LX has 58 known premises and 58 planning records — 37 approved of 57 decided (64.9%). 43 EPC records.

LewishamForest HillSE23 3LX
Postcode SE23 3LX · boundary not held, centred on the postcodeApprovedRefusedOther58 exact7 approximate65 on the map — every match
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58
Premises
known addresses (UPRNs)
58
Applications
57 decided
64.9%
Approval rate
37 approved · 5 refused
43
EPC records
ratings B 7 · C 10 · D 19 · E 4 · F 3
65
Mapped applications
inside the postcode shape
Postcode unit boundary from Ordnance Survey; premises and applications inside it. Aggregates describe the area, not any single premises.
Property

What is it?

SE23 3LX has 58 known premises and 58 planning records — 37 approved of 57 decided (64.9%). 43 EPC records.

Premises (18 of 58 shown)

Planning

What happened?

58 planning applications across the postcode; 37 approved of 57 decided (64.9%). Latest 30 shown.

Reference
Proposal · address
Type
Outcome
Date · distance
The installation of replacement timber framed windows in the elevations at 83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, SE23.
83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Householder Application
Approved
2024-02-13
FRONT: ONE Yew (T1)(ht:15m) FELL. Reason: bark loss on stem, exposed heartwood near the base that was hidden by the extensive ivy-clad crown, 1x replacement tree to be planted in the front garden, possibly the same species. (previous consent to crown reduce yew T1 ref.DC/23/132877). Informative A: the replacement tree is greatly appreciated for streetscape amenity and urban greening benefits. Species suggestions: crab apple, winter flowering cherry, Quince (Cydonia oblonga), Amelanchier, Magnolia stellata, Cornus Kousa, Laburnum, hazel. Informative B: please convey to resident new trees require 5 years of watering maintenance to establish, especially with hotter drier summers due to climate change. Suggested watering regime: fortnightly beg April-end Sept 2x (8 litre/2 gallon) watering cans slow drench, more frequently in prolonged drought years.
87A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Hyde housing · Agent Scriven Industries Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2023-11-29
FRONT: ONE Conifer tree (T1) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 4m from 13m to 9m Informative A: The sensitive management of the tree is greatly appreciated for landscape amenity, wildlife, wellbeing, and urban forest canopy for environmental benefits to mitigate the effects of climate change. Informative B: Wherever possible, please create habitat log piles in the garden from cut branches for wildlife and biodiversity.
97A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2023-11-20
The installation of replacement timber double-glazed windows and French doors together with the installation of a new timber door in an extended opening in the rear elevation at Flat A, 75 Devonshire Road SE23.
FLAT A, 75 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Briony Seymour · Officer Antigoni Gkiza
Full Planning Permission
Approved
2023-10-12
FRONT: ONE Yew (T1)(ht.14m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 14m to 12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 7m to 5m, CROWN LIFT to 3.5m above ground level. Reason: Maintenance and remove ivy. FRONT: ONE dead Portugal Laurel (T2)(ht 4m) FELL. Reason: the small multi-stemmed tree has died, against front wall. REAR: ONE Ash (T3)(ht.20m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 20m to 18m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 10m to 8m, CROWN LIFT to 3m above ground level. Reason: Routine maintenance, previously reduced. REAR (no.85): ONE Malus (T4) LATERAL REDUCE by approx. 2m on N compass point back to boundary. Reason: overhanging garden, in severe decline. REAR: ONE Apple (T6)(ht.10m) FELL. Reason: The tree is heavily ivy- clad, by shed. REAR: ONE Conifer (T7)(ht.15m) FELL. Reason: excess shade, to benefit growth of Birch (T9) beneath - being suppressed to one side, included bark unions throughout canopy, low aesthetic value. REAR: ONE dead Plum (T8)(ht.3m) FELL. Reason: dead, had grown through trellis into rear garden no 89. REAR: ONE Birch (T9)(ht.10m) CROWN REDUCE by up to 2m. Reason: bring back to form, control stem ivy. REAR: ONE Ash (T11)(ht.20m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 20m to 18m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN LIFT to 3m above ground level. Reason: multi-stemmed, routine maintenance, remove epicormics. Informative A: thank you for sensitive tree management to retain trees for streetscape amenity and urban forest canopy benefits. Informative B: where possible please retain safe standing dead timber with ivy and create habitat log piles and 'dead hedge' with arisings for wildlife habitat and biodiversity. Informative C: duty to plant replacement trees for dead trees in a conservation area - you are encouraged to replace rear evergreen conifer (T7) and dead plum (T8) with such as holly, strawberry tree, spindle, yew, or wild privet; and for front (T2) - a small feature tree or shrub such as Magnolia stellata.
87A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Hyde Housing · Agent Scriven Industries Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2023-08-30
REAR: ONE Ash (T1)(ht:16m, rs:11m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 4-5m from 16m to 11-12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3-4m from 11m to 7-8m; Reason: Split trunk, tree too large for environment, routine maintenance required. REAR: ONE Ash (T2)(ht:14m, rs:10m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.4m from 14m to 10m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 10m to 7m; Reason: triple-stemmed, tree too large for environment, overhanging neighbouring property, routine maintenance required. REAR: ONE Sycamore (T3)(ht:12m, rs:8m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3-4m from 12m to 8-9m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2.5m from 8.5m to 6m; Reason: triple stemmed, routine maintenance REAR: ONE Purple Plum (T4)(ht:10m, rs:7m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 10m to 7m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 7m to 5m; Reason: Routine maintenance. Informative A: the sensitive management of the trees is greatly appreciated for landscape amenity, urban forest canopy to mitigate climate change, wellbeing, wildlife and environmental benefits. Informative B: please create habitat (log) piles, and a linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity with arisings.
FLAT 2, 81 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Rob Clarry · Agent Foxy Arboriculture Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2023-06-06
Conversion from 2 flats into single dwelling house and installation of replacement timber double glazed windows at 71 Devonshire Road SE23
71 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Mr Nick Clark · Agent Holloway and Holloway · Officer Amanda Ghani
Full Planning Permission
Approved
2023-01-12
REAR: ONE Cherry (B) ht.5m FELL. Reason: to improve light to rear of property, to plant two new cherry trees in the back of the garden as part of new garden design. Informative A: the replacement planting of two cherry trees is hugely appreciated for rear amenity, urban greening, wildlife, environmental, wellbeing benefits and climate change mitigation is greatly appreciated.
83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Mrs Twomey · Officer Valerie Harris
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2021-12-10
FRONT: FOUR Conifers (G1)(ht.8m) FELL. Reason: in a poor condition, limited amenity, outgrown garden setting, constant complaints from neighbour. Informative A: the planting of a small species tree and/or a front garden boundary hedge is encouraged to maintain the frontage vegetation character of the Devonshire Road streetscape and wildlife habitat: small tree species such as Guelder Rose, Prunus x incam 'Okame', dwarf crab apple eg Malus 'Red Sentinel', Malus 'Evereste', Magnolia stellate, Magnolia liliifolia, Amelanchier, Ceanothus arboreus, Prunus autumnalis, multi-stemmed Tibetan cherry (Prunus serrula), multi-stemmed Paperbark maple (Acer griseum), multi-stemmed Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia', Cornus Kousa; mixed species hedge suggestions: hawthorn, hazel, holly, guelder rose, dogwood, spindle, Escallonia, wild privet, Ilex crenata (Japanese holly), yew.
77 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2021-11-15
An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for Minor Material Amendments for the variation of Condition (2) approved drawings in connection with the planning permission (DC/20/118644) dated 14 January 2021 for the erection of two additional storeys above the existing residential block to provide 6 x 2 bed flats with associated parking and internal refurbishment works with works to the fabric of the building and the provision of a new lift at Woodelm Court, 123, Devonshire Road SE23' in order to allow:- Removal of lift: The addition of an external service riser and plant intake room: Alterations to the lobby area and entrance steps: Alterations to the balconies: Elevational material palette alterations.
123 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Minor Material Amendment
Approved
2021-10-08
The installation of replacement timber framed windows in the elevations at 83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, SE23.
83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Approved
2024-02-13
More
Householder Application
FRONT: ONE Yew (T1)(ht:15m) FELL. Reason: bark loss on stem, exposed heartwood near the base that was hidden by the extensive ivy-clad crown, 1x replacement tree to be planted in the front garden, possibly the same species. (previous consent to crown reduce yew T1 ref.DC/23/132877). Informative A: the replacement tree is greatly appreciated for streetscape amenity and urban greening benefits. Species suggestions: crab apple, winter flowering cherry, Quince (Cydonia oblonga), Amelanchier, Magnolia stellata, Cornus Kousa, Laburnum, hazel. Informative B: please convey to resident new trees require 5 years of watering maintenance to establish, especially with hotter drier summers due to climate change. Suggested watering regime: fortnightly beg April-end Sept 2x (8 litre/2 gallon) watering cans slow drench, more frequently in prolonged drought years.
87A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Hyde housing · Agent Scriven Industries Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
No objection
2023-11-29
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
FRONT: ONE Conifer tree (T1) HEIGHT REDUCTION by 4m from 13m to 9m Informative A: The sensitive management of the tree is greatly appreciated for landscape amenity, wildlife, wellbeing, and urban forest canopy for environmental benefits to mitigate the effects of climate change. Informative B: Wherever possible, please create habitat log piles in the garden from cut branches for wildlife and biodiversity.
97A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
No objection
2023-11-20
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Trees in Conservation Areas
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The installation of replacement timber double-glazed windows and French doors together with the installation of a new timber door in an extended opening in the rear elevation at Flat A, 75 Devonshire Road SE23.
FLAT A, 75 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Briony Seymour · Officer Antigoni Gkiza
Approved
2023-10-12
More
Full Planning Permission
FRONT: ONE Yew (T1)(ht.14m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 14m to 12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 7m to 5m, CROWN LIFT to 3.5m above ground level. Reason: Maintenance and remove ivy. FRONT: ONE dead Portugal Laurel (T2)(ht 4m) FELL. Reason: the small multi-stemmed tree has died, against front wall. REAR: ONE Ash (T3)(ht.20m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 20m to 18m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 10m to 8m, CROWN LIFT to 3m above ground level. Reason: Routine maintenance, previously reduced. REAR (no.85): ONE Malus (T4) LATERAL REDUCE by approx. 2m on N compass point back to boundary. Reason: overhanging garden, in severe decline. REAR: ONE Apple (T6)(ht.10m) FELL. Reason: The tree is heavily ivy- clad, by shed. REAR: ONE Conifer (T7)(ht.15m) FELL. Reason: excess shade, to benefit growth of Birch (T9) beneath - being suppressed to one side, included bark unions throughout canopy, low aesthetic value. REAR: ONE dead Plum (T8)(ht.3m) FELL. Reason: dead, had grown through trellis into rear garden no 89. REAR: ONE Birch (T9)(ht.10m) CROWN REDUCE by up to 2m. Reason: bring back to form, control stem ivy. REAR: ONE Ash (T11)(ht.20m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 20m to 18m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 11m to 9m, CROWN LIFT to 3m above ground level. Reason: multi-stemmed, routine maintenance, remove epicormics. Informative A: thank you for sensitive tree management to retain trees for streetscape amenity and urban forest canopy benefits. Informative B: where possible please retain safe standing dead timber with ivy and create habitat log piles and 'dead hedge' with arisings for wildlife habitat and biodiversity. Informative C: duty to plant replacement trees for dead trees in a conservation area - you are encouraged to replace rear evergreen conifer (T7) and dead plum (T8) with such as holly, strawberry tree, spindle, yew, or wild privet; and for front (T2) - a small feature tree or shrub such as Magnolia stellata.
87A DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Hyde Housing · Agent Scriven Industries Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
No objection
2023-08-30
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
REAR: ONE Ash (T1)(ht:16m, rs:11m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 4-5m from 16m to 11-12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3-4m from 11m to 7-8m; Reason: Split trunk, tree too large for environment, routine maintenance required. REAR: ONE Ash (T2)(ht:14m, rs:10m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.4m from 14m to 10m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 10m to 7m; Reason: triple-stemmed, tree too large for environment, overhanging neighbouring property, routine maintenance required. REAR: ONE Sycamore (T3)(ht:12m, rs:8m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3-4m from 12m to 8-9m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2.5m from 8.5m to 6m; Reason: triple stemmed, routine maintenance REAR: ONE Purple Plum (T4)(ht:10m, rs:7m): CROWN THIN by 30%, CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 10m to 7m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 7m to 5m; Reason: Routine maintenance. Informative A: the sensitive management of the trees is greatly appreciated for landscape amenity, urban forest canopy to mitigate climate change, wellbeing, wildlife and environmental benefits. Informative B: please create habitat (log) piles, and a linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity with arisings.
FLAT 2, 81 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Rob Clarry · Agent Foxy Arboriculture Ltd · Officer Valerie Harris
No objection
2023-06-06
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
Conversion from 2 flats into single dwelling house and installation of replacement timber double glazed windows at 71 Devonshire Road SE23
71 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Mr Nick Clark · Agent Holloway and Holloway · Officer Amanda Ghani
Approved
2023-01-12
More
Full Planning Permission
REAR: ONE Cherry (B) ht.5m FELL. Reason: to improve light to rear of property, to plant two new cherry trees in the back of the garden as part of new garden design. Informative A: the replacement planting of two cherry trees is hugely appreciated for rear amenity, urban greening, wildlife, environmental, wellbeing benefits and climate change mitigation is greatly appreciated.
83 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Applicant Mrs Twomey · Officer Valerie Harris
No objection
2021-12-10
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
FRONT: FOUR Conifers (G1)(ht.8m) FELL. Reason: in a poor condition, limited amenity, outgrown garden setting, constant complaints from neighbour. Informative A: the planting of a small species tree and/or a front garden boundary hedge is encouraged to maintain the frontage vegetation character of the Devonshire Road streetscape and wildlife habitat: small tree species such as Guelder Rose, Prunus x incam 'Okame', dwarf crab apple eg Malus 'Red Sentinel', Malus 'Evereste', Magnolia stellate, Magnolia liliifolia, Amelanchier, Ceanothus arboreus, Prunus autumnalis, multi-stemmed Tibetan cherry (Prunus serrula), multi-stemmed Paperbark maple (Acer griseum), multi-stemmed Crataegus persimilis 'Prunifolia', Cornus Kousa; mixed species hedge suggestions: hawthorn, hazel, holly, guelder rose, dogwood, spindle, Escallonia, wild privet, Ilex crenata (Japanese holly), yew.
77 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
No objection
2021-11-15
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for Minor Material Amendments for the variation of Condition (2) approved drawings in connection with the planning permission (DC/20/118644) dated 14 January 2021 for the erection of two additional storeys above the existing residential block to provide 6 x 2 bed flats with associated parking and internal refurbishment works with works to the fabric of the building and the provision of a new lift at Woodelm Court, 123, Devonshire Road SE23' in order to allow:- Removal of lift: The addition of an external service riser and plant intake room: Alterations to the lobby area and entrance steps: Alterations to the balconies: Elevational material palette alterations.
123 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3LX · premises record
Approved
2021-10-08
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Minor Material Amendment

Building control

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Place

What affects it?

Every mapped designation touching a premises in this postcode, with how many of its 58 premises each one covers.

Designation
Coverage
Article 4 Direction Area
Small HMO Northern Extension · reference SHMOEXTA4 · covers 58 of 58 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Article 4 Direction Area
Forest Hill Article 4(3) Direction · reference A4FH2 · covers 44 of 58 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Conservation Area
Forest Hill · reference LEWCA13 · covers 44 of 58 premises. Demolition, alterations, trees and design are subject to additional heritage controls.
Article 4 Direction Area
Small HMO Northern Extension · reference SHMOEXTA4 · covers 58 of 58 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Article 4 Direction Area
Forest Hill Article 4(3) Direction · reference A4FH2 · covers 44 of 58 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Conservation Area
Forest Hill · reference LEWCA13 · covers 44 of 58 premises. Demolition, alterations, trees and design are subject to additional heritage controls.

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People

Who is involved?

Named on the latest 30 applications in this postcode — the party who applied, not the owner or occupier.

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Agent on 3 applications
Applicant on 5 applications
Applicant on 2 applications
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Agent on 3 applications
Development

What could it become?

Planning precedent58 applications and 65 mapped decisions in this postcode — precedent for what has been permitted and refused here.
Energy43 EPC records; ratings B: 7, C: 10, D: 19, E: 4, F: 3.
What is not assertedNo capacity, value or ownership claim is made at area level; those belong to individual premises records and their evidence.

Intent signals

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11 intent signals recorded in this postcode
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Boundary: OS Postcode Unit areas (Ordnance Survey), 2026-08-14. Planning records: canonical stage2. EPC: EPC register. Premises: OS AddressBase / UPRN.
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