Richmond upon Thames in London includes Richmond, Twickenham, and Hampton. About 2.3% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping minor edges of settlements. Known for riverside walks, historic houses, and parks, planning focuses on residential extensions, sensitive conversions, and conservation-led development. We can advise and support projects throughout Richmond upon Thames.
In the last year Richmond upon Thames decided 1,916 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 80% (slightly below the national average of 88%) and 66% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Richmond upon Thames performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Green Belt is a nationally designated area of protected land surrounding many English towns and cities, where development is strictly controlled to prevent urban sprawl.
2.3% of Richmond upon Thames is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Richmond upon Thames through planning to completion:
We work collaboratively with clients and shape a design that respects local character and meets Planning Policy requirements in order to maximise your chances of winning Planning Permission.
Richmond upon Thames in London includes Richmond, Twickenham, and Hampton. About 2.3% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping minor edges of settlements. Known for riverside walks, historic houses, and parks, planning focuses on residential extensions, sensitive conversions, and conservation-led development. We can advise and support projects throughout Richmond upon Thames.
In the last year Richmond upon Thames decided 1,916 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 80% (slightly below the national average of 88%) and 66% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Richmond upon Thames performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Green Belt is a nationally designated area of protected land surrounding many English towns and cities, where development is strictly controlled to prevent urban sprawl.
2.3% of Richmond upon Thames is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Richmond upon Thames through planning to completion:
We work collaboratively with clients and shape a design that respects local character and meets Planning Policy requirements in order to maximise your chances of winning Planning Permission.
