- Planning authority
- London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
- Postcodes
- SW14, TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10
- Noon sun, 21 March
- About 39°
- Shadow from a 5 m eaves line
- About 6.3 m
- Planning plan
- Local Plan
- County
- Greater London
What shapes a plot in Richmond upon Thames
A bungalow plot in Richmond upon Thames can work well as a home for family, a smaller home for yourself, or a sale to fund a move elsewhere, perhaps towards Hounslow, Kingston upon Thames and Hammersmith and Fulham or further afield. Each of those suits a different route, and the right one depends on how involved you want to be.
Whatever you choose, the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames will judge the scheme on its effect on neighbours and the street rather than on who it is for. The design has to stand on its own against the council’s Local Plan, which is why we test it properly before any application goes in.
How we’d take it forward in Richmond upon Thames
Our first visit to a bungalow plot in Richmond upon Thames focuses on four things: the width and depth of the land, the way in, the neighbouring homes and the look of the street. From that we can say which options are worth pursuing, which aren’t, and roughly how long each would usually take, given the surveys and reports the plot is likely to need.
Free plot appraisal
We look at the plot’s width and depth, the access, the planning history nearby and the character of the street, then talk through what you want. It’s free, with no obligation, and a site visit follows if it looks viable.
Compare the options
We sketch what could realistically fit: a home behind, a home beside, or a replacement scheme. You see the trade-offs for each, including what happens to your own garden and parking, before choosing a route.
Planning application
We prepare drawings and reports designed around single-storey neighbours and the street scene, usually seek pre-application advice, and submit. The council consults neighbours and makes the decision.
Sale or build
If you sell, your solicitor handles the transfer and any lender release. If we build, you receive a written quote after design and survey, and the new home is built and handed over to you.
Worth checking early
- Covenants on older estates can limit building, and resolving one takes time and may cost money.
- Replacing the bungalow means moving out during demolition and building, which suits some owners and not others.
- A two-storey home on a road of bungalows is often resisted, so designs may need to stay low.
Questions about garden plots in Richmond upon Thames
Will neighbours in Richmond upon Thames be able to object to a new home next to my bungalow?
They can comment on the planning application, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames takes their views into account. They don’t have a veto. Designs that avoid overlooking and shadow usually draw fewer and weaker objections.
How long does planning for a bungalow plot in Richmond upon Thames usually take?
It varies. Surveys and design often take a few weeks to a few months, then the council needs time to decide. Pre-application advice, extra reports or design changes can add time. We give you a realistic idea after the appraisal.
How much garden does a bungalow in Richmond upon Thames need to keep?
There’s no single figure. Councils look for enough private garden for both the existing home and the new one, and many have guidance on minimum garden sizes. We check your council’s guidance during the appraisal.
Can I sell part of my bungalow garden in Richmond upon Thames and stay living there?
Yes. You keep the bungalow and sell the land behind or beside it, with or without planning, subject to survey, title and contract. If the bungalow is mortgaged, the lender must agree to release the plot. Take tax advice before you sell.
Other options in Richmond upon Thames
- Garden plot option agreement
- Garage courts and yards
- Large rear gardens
- Plot feasibility and design
- Build a new home in your garden
- Corner and side plots