Driveway Gate Planning
by London Borough
London has 33 boroughs — each with its own conservation areas, Article 4 directions, and gate planning rules. Find your borough below.
The UK Permitted Development Rules for Driveway Gates
Gates next to a highway do not need planning permission if under 1 metre tall.
Gates on non-highway boundaries do not need planning permission if under 2 metres tall.
Conservation areas, Article 4 directions, listed buildings, and some local policies override these rules.
Article 4 Boroughs — Extra Care Required
These boroughs have Article 4 directions that remove standard permitted development rights for boundary changes. A gate that needs no planning permission elsewhere may require a full application here.
All London Borough Planning Guides
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