Policy information sourced from Dacorum Local Plan 2004 Alteration
111 Height of Buildings
The development of buildings over two storeys in height will not be permitted in the countryside or in small villages unless there are exceptional reasons related to the particular use of the site and the visual impact is limited.
Within the towns and large villages, buildings up to three storeys will be permitted provided they harmonise with the character of the surrounding area. Higher buildings will be permitted in Hemel Hempstead Town Centre and may be permitted elsewhere, provided there is no harm to:
- the character of the area and the site’s surroundings;
- the character of open land;
- views of open land, countryside and skylines; and
- the appearance and setting of conservation areas and listed buildings.
Such higher buildings will be expected to make a positive contribution to the townscape of their area.
In all cases special regard will be paid to the effect of site levels on the resultant appearance and visual impact of the proposal.
For more information please see the Local Plan