London Borough of Merton— Planning Applications & Local Information
London Borough • London
Council Information
- Council Type
- London Borough
- Region / Nation
- London
- Website
- https://www.merton.gov.uk
Planning Statistics
41
Conservation Areas
764
Listed Buildings
48
Brownfield Sites
195
Tree Preservation Orders
Planning Permission in Merton
Planning permission rules in London Borough of Merton follow national legislation. The council applies the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) alongside local policies in their development plan. Use these guides to find out whether your project needs permission.
How to Apply for Planning Permission
The application process for London Borough of Merton follows the standard national procedure. Our step-by-step guide covers everything from pre-application advice to decision timelines.
Read the full guide →Conservation Areas in Merton
London Borough of Merton has 41 designated conservation areas where stricter planning controls apply.
Planning FAQs — Merton
Key Data
- Listed Buildings
- 764
- Conservation Areas
- 41
- Brownfield Sites
- 48
- Tree Preservation Orders
- 195
- Article 4 Directions
- 14