Policy information sourced from the Central Befordshire Local Plan
H7: Assessing Planning Applications for Gypsy and Traveller Sites
Development proposals for sites for Gypsies and Travellers, including extensions to existing sites will be permitted where the following requirements, in addition to other relevant policies within this Plan, are met:
- The scale of the site and the number of pitches would not dominate16 the nearest settled community and would not place undue pressure on local infrastructure when the proposal is considered alone or in combination with other nearby traveller sites;
- The character and appearance of the wider landscape is not detrimentally affected;
- Provides a good standard of amenity for all existing and future occupants of land and buildings;
- Site design demonstrates that the pitches are of a sufficient size to accommodate trailers/caravans, parking, and storage and amenity space for the needs of the occupants;
- Adequate schools, shops, healthcare, and other community facilities are within reasonable travelling distance;
- Suitable arrangements can be made for drainage, sanitation and access to utilities; and
- Proposals for mixed residential and business uses should have regard to the safety and amenity of the occupants and neighbouring residents.
For more information, please visit the Central Befordshire Local Plan