Policy information sourced from the Braintree District Council Local Plan 2013-2033.

LPP 44: Transport Related Policy Areas.

The following areas, as identified on the Proposals Map, are designated as Transport Related Policy Areas:

  • Galleys Corner between Braintree and Cressing;
  • East of Panners roundabout between Braintree and Great Notley.

These are gateways into Braintree and therefore the quality of design is important. Measures to improve the sustainability of these areas will be sought including through better on-site energy efficiency and better connectivity to nearby settlements for cyclists and pedestrians. The improvement of these areas by substantial planting and landscaping will be a requirement of any permission that is granted. Buildings should not normally cover more than 20% of the site area.

Strict control will be exercised over development in these areas to transport-related development, comprising of either:

  • Overnight accommodation;
  • Appropriate sui generis, such as petrol filling station, car showrooms, car wash, car rental or garden centres and ancillary retail;
  • Nursery and cafe/restaurants which fall within the E use class.

For more information, please visit Braintree District Council’s Local Plan here.