Southwark · Conservation area
Dulwich Village Conservation Area
The Dulwich Village Conservation Area covers the historic village core, the Dulwich Estate's Georgian and Victorian villas, and the setting of the Dulwich Picture Gallery and Old College.
Dulwich Village is a designated conservation area in Southwark, London. The Dulwich Village Conservation Area covers the historic village core, the Dulwich Estate's Georgian and Victorian villas, and the setting of the Dulwich Picture Gallery and Old College. Works affecting its character or appearance, including most external alterations, demolition and tree work, require planning permission and may need listed building consent where individual buildings are listed.
Character & fabric
Brick and stucco villas, mature trees, low boundary walls and a strong rural-village character. The Dulwich Estate Scheme of Management operates in parallel with Southwark controls.
Article 4 directions
Article 4 directions cover windows, doors, roof alterations, painting and front boundaries across the village.
Common Dulwich Village planning issues
- Replacement timber sashes and front doors under the Estate Scheme
- Roof and rear extension proposals
- Boundary wall, gate and front-garden alterations
- Tree works under the Estate Scheme and conservation area controls
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