Policy information sourced from Barnet Colindale AAP 2010

5.3 Building Heights

The height of new buildings in Colindale will take account of accessibility to public transport, shops and services and the height of existing buildings in the vicinity of the proposal site. Guidance on the appropriate height of new buildings is set out in Figure 5.2 and this should be the starting point for development proposals.

Taller buildings (in excess of 6 storeys) will only be located in the most sustainable locations which benefit from good access to public transport facilities and shops and services. The area immediately around Colindale Underground station will become the most sustainable location within the AAP.

Tall buildings will be of excellent design quality in their own right and should enhance the qualities of its immediate location and wider setting. Proposals should demonstrate that the building is attractive and elegant from all significant views and will act as a positive landmark and help aid legibility and orientation. Developers should have regard to ‘Guidance on Tall Buildings’ by CABE and English Heritage.

For more information please see the Colindale AAP 2010