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Architectural drawings in E16

Canning Town / Royal Docks — covered by Newham Council. Fixed-fee planning, building regs, loft, extension and mansard drawings from £840.

E16 at a glance

Primary area
Canning Town / Royal Docks
Borough
Newham
Planning authority
Newham Council
Article 4 in force
Yes
Conservation areas (borough)
10
Quote turnaround
Same day
Services in E16

Drawings for every E16 property type

Questions about E16

E16 planning FAQ

What borough is E16?

E16 primarily covers Canning Town / Royal Docks in Newham.

Do I need planning permission in E16?

Decisions for E16 are made by Newham Council. Standard Permitted Development rules apply for most rear extensions and loft conversions on terraced and semi-detached houses, unless the property is in a conservation area, is listed, or sits under an Article 4 Direction. Article 4 in Newham: Yes.

What does it cost to get drawings in E16?

Fixed fees: Planning drawings from £840 (Essentials) or £1,750 (Complete). Loft from £1,225. Mansard from £1,575. Building regs from £950. We do not charge hourly. Free site survey across all E16 addresses.

How long does a project take in E16?

From first call to planning decision: typically 12–14 weeks. Site survey week 1, design weeks 2–3, validation 1–2 weeks, statutory 8-week determination. Newham Council timelines align with the national norm.

What housing stock dominates E16?

Canning Town / Royal Docks in E16 is characterised by the housing stock of Newham — broadly victorian terraces across west ham, forest gate, plaistow.

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