Policy information sourced from the Bexley Local Plan
DP8: Telecommunications and digital infrastructure
- The Council supports the delivery of full-fibre digital connectivity set out in London Plan policy SI 6.
- Proposals for new or upgraded telecommunications and associated equipment will be supported, including masts, cabinets and other related equipment, which should be located so as to minimise any adverse effects ensuring that:
- the installation(s) are kept to a minimum, consistent with the efficient operation of the network;
- opportunities for the sharing or clustering of facilities has been fully considered, including siting masts on existing buildings;
- they are sited and designed to minimise their visual impact and appearance, including through the choice of materials and colour;
- they do not cause undue harm to the character or appearance of the associated building or area;
- appropriate planting and landscaping has been incorporated to help screen installations; and
- there is no undue harm to highway safety or the functionality of other street furniture.
For more information please see the Bexley Local Plan