Business rates tax is a tax that is levied on non-domestic properties, such as shops, offices, and warehouses. It is one of the key elements of local government financing. Here in the Borough of Lewisham, business rates help to fund local services including social care for adults and children, libraries, street lighting, waste collection and public parks.
As a local business owner, we are keen to hear from you and would encourage you to share your thoughts via our online...More
A safer cycle route along Deptford Church Street is proposed in the form of a segregated cycle lane between Creek Road (A200) and Deptford Broadway/Deptford Bridge.
This will make it safer and easier to cycle around the borough, helping people to make more journeys by bike and reducing traffic, pollution and carbon emissions.
We are asking residents to share their views on the proposed scheme by midday on Tuesday 2 January 2024.
You can view a design of the...More
Over the last decade, the Private Rented Sector in Lewisham has experienced substantial growth, becoming an increasingly relied-upon housing option. However, this growth has brought with it well-known and significant challenges. Issues such as the declining supply of houses, escalating rents, a high number of sub-standard properties, and tenancy insecurity have raised concerns among residents.
As part of its commitment to address key concerns and enhance the well-being of its...More
About the register
We have set up a register for people who are interested in the self-build or custom-build houses in Lewisham, in line with our duties according to the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Act 2015 and the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding (Register) Regulations 2016. The register forms part of the our evidence base and help us understand the level of demand for self-build and custom-build houses. This helps us prepare and implement planning policies and regeneration...More