UKNoticeOfficial ✓July 21, 2026· GOV.UK
Lewisham identifies over 3,000 small sites with housing potential
What happened
Lewisham Council employed an AI-based mapping tool. This tool was used to identify potential small sites within the area. The intention was to better understand how these sites could contribute to housing delivery.
Why it matters
Identifying these sites could lead to more housing options in Lewisham. This approach demonstrates how new technologies like AI can be used to address housing challenges.
Who it affects
- ›Lewisham residents seeking housing
- ›Lewisham Council planning efforts
- ›AI-based mapping tool developers
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