We use some essential cookies to make this website work.
We'd also like to use analytics cookies. These cookies tell us how you use the website and help us to make improvements.
Local housing allowance
Information and answers to popular questions about local housing allowance.
Late night economy
Information for businesses about Portsmouth's late night industries.
Local economy
Information about the Portsmouth's local economy and industries.
Local authority searches and local land charges
Information regarding local authority land searches as part of the conveyancing process.
Local Development Framework evidence based documents
Information on evidence supporting the Local Development Framework.
Local development scheme
Information on the Local Development Scheme.
Local Flood Risk Management Strategy
Portsmouth City Council has completed a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (LFRMS) to recommend measures to manage and improve the flood risk of the city.
LGBTQ+ young people and their families
This page gives you advice about what support is available for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning and Intersex (LGBTQ+) young people and their families.
Local mental health and wellbeing groups
On this page you will find information about local mental health and wellbeing groups in Portsmouth.
Leamington and Horatia House - the background
Background information about the rehousing of residents in Leamington House and Horatia House
Landlords
On this page you will find links to our information for landlords.
Looking for a home
If you're looking for an affordable home in Portsmouth, there are options to rent or buy depending where you want to live, your age, and if you need help.
Leisure
Things to do in Portsmouth, including parks, playgrounds, events, museums and youth clubs.
Libraries
Search our library catalogue online, find Portsmouth library opening times and addresses, and find out how to borrow, renew and return items.
Licensing
Apply for different types of licensing in Portsmouth, or view decisions and regulations.
Licensed Premises Gaming Machines Permits
Information on gaming machine permits for licensed premises for category C or D machines.
Licensing - online application and public register
View our public registers of licensees in Portsmouth, and links to our online licensing system, Public Access.
Licensing a sex establishment
Information on the licences required for sex establishment premises.
Licensing premises for marriages and civil partnerships
Information on how to apply to become a licensed premises for weddings or civil ceremonies.
Lottery registration
Information about licensing requirements for lotteries, including how to register.
Licensing decisions
Lists of licensing decisions made by the council since 2010.
Licensing rules and regulations
Links to all pages with licensing rules and regulations information
Licensing Act 2003 - advice for residents
Useful information on the Licensing Act 2003.
Licensing Act 2003 - statement of licensing policy
Information on the council's licensing policy.
Licensing committee
Useful information on the licensing committee, and it's officers and responsibilities.
Licensing policy statement
Information on the council's approach to licensing services.
Large household items
Guidance and advice on bulky waste collections for large household items around the city of Portsmouth.
Learning
This page gives you links to information about learning for adults in the community.
Literary events for schools
Details of literary events for schools run by the council's school library service.
Lord Mayor
Information about the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, including how to request an official visit from the Lord Mayor.
Lord Mayors of Portsmouth since 1927
Names of previous Lord Mayors of Portsmouth, dating back to 1927.
Lists and registers
This is about all the lists that the Council hold and public registers. The page shows the gifts and hospitality register that all council staff and councillors have to complete if they are given anything as a present.
Lakeside North Harbour
Lakeside is home to world-class brands and vibrant SMEs located in superb, flexible grade A office space.
Local outbreak control plan
Portsmouth City Council has produced a local outbreak control plans to help monitor the rate of coronavirus in the area and stop the virus from spreading.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 22 June 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 22 June 2020.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 30 June 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 30 June 2020.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 27 July 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 27 July 2020.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 24 August 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 24 August 2020.
Licensing decisions - October 2020
Information about licensing decisions for October 2020.
Laburnum Grove (TTRO 35/2020)
London Road (TTRO 10/2020)
Locksway Road (TTRO 13/2020)
Langley Road (TTRO 07/2020)
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 28 September 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes from 28 September 2020.
Licensing decisions - November 2020
Information about licensing decisions for November 2020.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 26 October 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes for October 2020.
Licencing decisions - December 2020
Total of Considered Licences For 2020 by (Licence type) as of 02 November
Leaseholder services - privacy notice
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 23 November 2020
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 1 December 2020 (extraordinary meeting)
Landguard Road (TTRO 07/2021)
Licensing Committee - guidance
This page contains a guide to the law, procedures and functions of the Licensing Committee in relation to applications and representations made under the Licensing Act 2003.
LB – Somerstown - parking zone information
LA – North Southsea - parking zone information
Laburnum Grove (TTRO 18/2021)
Locksway Road (TTRO 23/2021)
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 25 January 2021
Minutes from the local outbreak engagement board , Portsmouth City Council 25 January 2021.
Local outbreak engagement board minutes 15 December 2020
Minutes from the local outbreak engagement board , Portsmouth City Council 15 December 2020.
Lower Drayton Lane (TTRO 35/2021)
Leisure discount card list
London Road Coastal Promenade (TTRO 46/2021)
Local Outbreak Engagement Board 22 February 2021
Minutes from the Local Outbreak Engagement Board meeting in February 2021.
Leasehold Services
Levelling Up Fund
We will be bidding for the government's Levelling Up Fund. The fund will invest in infrastructure that improves everyday life across the UK
Local Carriageway Resurfacing Programme (TTRO 86/2021)
Little Hambrook Street (TTRO 100/2021)
Lawful Development Certificate for an existing use - checklist
This page lists a checklist of documents needed to apply for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing use.
Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed use or development - checklist
This page lists a checklist of documents needed to apply for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed use or development.
Listed building consent - checklist
Checklist of documents needed for application of a listed building consent.
Lake Road (TTRO 105/2021)
London Road (TTRO 113/2021)
Locksway Road (TTRO 111/2021)
Local housing allowance - safeguard policy
Information about Safeguards in place for ‘direct payments’ under LHA.
Local authority and school - privacy notice
Privacy notice For pupils in schools, early years settings, alternative provision and pupil referral units.
Late representation to challenge a Penalty Charge Notice
Late representation to challenge a Penalty Charge Notice
Leamington and Horatia houses FAQs
leamington and horatia houses faqs
Locksway Road (TTRO 126/2021)
Landlord and tenant mediation service
We're piloting a service to help landlords and tenants navigate difficult situations in a more positive way
Local Transport Plan 4 (LTP4)
Lake Road (TTRO 136/2021)
London Road (TTRO 144/2021)
Light up a Life - Lake of Lights (TTRO 153/2021)
Landlord workshops
Locksway Road (TTRO 1/2022)
Landlord responsibilities around waste
As the owner of the building, it is your responsibility to ensure tenants have the correct information, suitable bins and waste storage.
Loss and bereavement – guidance for 5-10 year olds
Loss and bereavement guidance for 5 to 10 year olds
Low mood and depression – guidance for 5-10 year olds
Guidance, help and support for low mood and depression affecting 5 to 10 year olds
Loss and bereavement – guidance for 11-16 year olds
Low mood and depression – guidance for 11-16 year olds
Lake Road (TTRO 16/2022)
Lake Road (TTRO 23/2022)
London Road (TTRO 52/2022)
LGA Peer Review 2021
This page is about when in October 2021 we took part in the Local Government Association's Corporate Peer Challenge.
Lake Road (TTRO 59/2022)
Local recycling points
On this page, you'll find the recycling points in Portsmouth and what you can recycle there.
Locksway Road (TTRO 72/2022)
Live Well in Portsmouth
London Road Footbridge (TTRO 93/2022)
London Road (96/2022)
Local Carriageway Resurfacing Programme (TTRO 104/2022)
LGBTQ+ community
This page aims is awareness of and combat prejudice against the LGBTQ+ community while celebrating its achievement and diversity and increasing the visibility of the community.
London Road - Kipling Road (TTRO 122/2022)
Locksway Road (TTRO 121/2022)
Ludlow Road (TTRO 131/2022)
Lyndhurst Road (TTRO 136/2022)
Langstone Road (TTRO 117/2022)
Laburnum Grove (TTRO 183/2022)
Longshore Way (TTRO 185/2022)
London Road - Connaught Road (TTRO 186/2022)
Legal information for private tenants
This page contains legal information for tenants.
Legislation information for landlords
Low-cost travel
Low cost, sustainable ways to travel in and around Portsmouth, whether you're commuting to work, or taking the family on a day out.
Low-cost activities and entertainment
If you're being careful with money, find low-cost or free, family-friendly activities and events in Portsmouth, without having to splash out.