Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Wandsworth
From Battersea terraces to Nine Elms towers, planning varies street by street
Terraceslofts & rear extensions
Basementspolicy controls
Nine Elmsmajor regeneration
Riverflood risk
In short: Wandsworth applications are submitted through the national Planning Portal and tracked on the council's planning register. Much of the borough is Victorian and Edwardian terraces where loft conversions and rear extensions are common, alongside conservation areas, basement policies and the Nine Elms and Battersea regeneration areas along the river.
What kind of project is it?
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Rough guide only. Value uplift depends on quality, layout and the local ceiling price. Ask us for a valuation.
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Do I need planning for a loft conversion in Wandsworth?
Often not for houses outside conservation areas, but check Article 4 directions.
Are basements allowed?
They can be, subject to policy limits and construction management requirements.
How long does a decision take?
The target is 8 weeks for most householder applications.
Planning works in Wandsworth?
Talk to us about feasibility and the value it could add.
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