An Article 4 direction allows us to withdraw some permitted development rights in a specified area.
You must apply for planning permission if you want to change a house (class C3) to a house in multiple occupation (HMO) for 4 to 6 people (class C4) or from a class C4 back to a class C3. This rule applies to properties in Henshaw Street, SE17.
You must apply for planning permission if you want to change a house to a house in multiple occupation (HMO) for 3 to 6 people in Bywater Place, Surrey Docks, SE16. This is to prevent too many HMOs in one area and to protect its character and amenities.