Article 4 directions

Some small scale alterations/extensions to properties are classed as 'permitted development' and can be carried out without Planning Permission. However, in order to keep control over development in Conservation Areas the Council is able to make an 'Article 4 Direction', the effect of which is to take away 'permitted development' rights, meaning that Planning Permission will be required.

The following PDF document shows the Town of Lewes Article 4 Direction, Protecting the Lewes Conservation Area, leaflet which explains what the direction is and what is controlled by it, what you need to do if you want to undertake repairs and more
 Lewes Article 4 Direction 1995 - Protecting the Lewes Conservation Area Leaflet (469.49kb, plan_article4.pdf)

The following Word document shows the Town of Lewes Article 4 Direction, Protecting the Lewes Conservation Area, leaflet which explains what the direction is and what is controlled by it, what you need to do if you want to undertake repairs and more
 Lewes Article 4 Direction 1995 - Protecting the Lewes Conservation Area Leaflet (26.50kb, plan_article4.doc)

Other Article 4 Directions in the District include:-

Ditchling (Land off B2116) 1959

Ditchling (Conservation Area)1972

Rodmell (The Brooks) 1973

Newhaven (West Quay) 1975

Peacehaven (Harbour Heights) 1976

Lewes (Old Racecourse) 1993