Planning

One of the things that makes Bowes Park so lovely is the unique architecture. In 1994 a large proportion of the area became a Conservation Area so special regulations are in place to protect the character of the district can remain for future generations. This means that almost all alterations to a building require planning permission. The regulations cover trees too!

Part of Bowes Park is also covered by the Bounds Green Ward Restricted Conversion Area. Haringey Council want to retain a mix of housing so permission to convert houses into flats will not be granted on streets where 20% of properties have already been converted.

Part of the BPCA’s work is to monitor applications submitted to Enfield and Haringey councils. Anyone can lodge a comment (either in favour, or not) or object to the application. The Council must consider all views before deciding to grant permission for the works.

Planning applications are advertised on council websites :

View all planning applications on the Haringey Council website

View all planning applications on the Enfield Council website

There is also useful information on the  Planning Portal website.

If you would like to help, especially if you have experience with planning processes, please get in touch.