Planning permission drawings, extensions, loft conversions, and building regulations for Woolwich's mix of period terraces and regeneration-area properties. MCIAT chartered, fixed fees, Greenwich planning expertise built in.
Woolwich sits in the SE18 postcode within the Royal Borough of Greenwich, positioned on the south bank of the Thames opposite Silvertown. The arrival of the Elizabeth Line has accelerated regeneration, creating a mix of new development and established residential streets where different project types require different planning approaches.
Regeneration and new development: The Royal Arsenal development, Woolwich town centre regeneration, and Elizabeth Line arrival have transformed the area's property market. New-build apartment owners may seek interior reconfigurations, while terraced house owners pursue loft conversions and extensions. We handle both project types.
Royal Arsenal Conservation Area: The Royal Arsenal site is a conservation area with Grade I and Grade II listed buildings, including the former military buildings now converted to residential use. Works to these properties require heritage-sensitive design and often Listed Building Consent. Our MCIAT-chartered team has experience with heritage buildings of this type.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces: Woolwich's established residential streets contain Victorian and Edwardian terraces well suited to loft conversions and rear extensions. Greenwich Council is generally supportive of sympathetic residential extensions outside conservation areas.
Flood risk: Properties near the Thames may require Flood Risk Assessments. The Thames Barrier provides protection, but planning applications must still address flood risk where relevant. We include the necessary assessments in our applications.
Single planning or regs submission.
Planning + building regs + structural.
Listed, conservation, complex sites.
Direct answers to the questions Woolwich homeowners ask us every week about planning, extensions, and loft conversions.
Start a free quoteYes, rear extensions and loft conversions are common on Woolwich's Victorian and Edwardian terraces. Outside conservation areas, permitted development rights allow single-storey rear extensions up to 4 metres (terraced) or 6 metres (detached) without planning permission. We confirm what is permissible for your property.
The Royal Arsenal is a conservation area with multiple listed buildings. Works to listed buildings require Listed Building Consent, and any development within the conservation area must respect the military heritage character. Heritage Statements and detailed design drawings are essential. Our team prepares applications to the required standard.
If your property is in Flood Zone 2 or 3, a Flood Risk Assessment is required. While the Thames Barrier provides protection, planning applications must address residual flood risk. We incorporate the necessary assessments from the outset.
Our Essentials package starts from £840 for a single submission. The Complete package from £1,750 covers planning, building regulations, and structural calculations. Heritage projects at the Royal Arsenal are quoted on a bespoke basis.
The Elizabeth Line has intensified development interest, and Greenwich Council has updated planning policies for the town centre accordingly. Higher-density schemes may be acceptable near the station, but design quality expectations have also increased. We ensure applications meet current policy requirements.
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Every service you need for a Woolwich project, from a single chartered team.
Full planning applications — heritage-sensitive drawings, Design & Access Statements, council officer liaison.
Rear extensions, side returns, wraparounds, and basement feasibility for local housing stock.
Construction-ready drawing packages compliant with all Approved Documents, submitted to local Building Control.
Free quote in 60 seconds. Fixed fee from £840. MCIAT chartered. Conservation area expertise included.
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