Costs and Planning
Can I Park on My Front Garden in London?
Often you can, but a few separate rules apply, and missing one can cause expensive problems later. Here is the checklist.
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Check your property type
Houses usually have more freedom than flats and maisonettes. Properties in conservation areas, listed buildings, or with removed permitted development rights, have extra rules.
The surface rule
In England, paving more than 5 square metres with a surface that is not permeable needs planning permission, unless the water drains within the property. See what is permeable paving?.
A dropped kerb
To cross the pavement legally you need an approved dropped kerb. See what is a dropped kerb?.
Leases and covenants
If you rent, are a leaseholder or your deeds contain covenants, you may need permission from the landlord, freeholder or neighbours.
Space
You need enough room for the car and for the doors to open. See how wide should a driveway be?.
Related paving services
Driveway Installation
New driveways in resin, tarmac, block paving, gravel or concrete, built on a proper base with drainage planned in.
Dropped Kerbs
Guidance and build for a vehicle crossover so you can legally drive onto your new driveway.
Permeable Paving
Driveways and paths built to let rainwater drain through, helping you meet front garden drainage rules.
Gravel Driveways
Natural-looking and permeable, built on a membrane with stabilising grids and edging so stones stay put.
Can I Park on My Front Garden in London?: FAQs
Can I park on the pavement?
No. Driving across the pavement without an approved crossing can be an offence.
Does gravel avoid the rules?
Gravel is permeable, but you still need a dropped kerb to drive across the pavement.
Will my insurer care?
Off-street parking can affect insurance, so tell your insurer.
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