Policy information sourced from Enfield Development Managament Document (DMD)

DMD 82 Protecting the Green Belt

Inappropriate development within the Green Belt will not be permitted. Development that is not inappropriate will only be permitted if all of the following criteria are met:

  • The siting, scale, height and bulk of the proposed development is sympathetic to and compatible with the prime aim of preserving the openness of the Green Belt;
  • The development has regard to site contours, displays a high standard of design and landscaping to complement and improve its setting, and takes all measures to ensure that the visual impact on the Green Belt is minimised;
  • The nature, quality, finish and colour of materials blend with the local landscape to harmonise with surrounding natural features;
  • Where possible, existing trees, hedges, bushes and other natural features are retained and integrated with the scheme to ensure adequate screening. Where this is not possible, planning permission will only be granted if adequate mitigation measures are secured; and
  • Appropriate parking provision, safe access, egress and landscaping is provided to ensure vehicles are parked safely and that the development does not prejudice the openness of the Green Belt.

This policy should be read in conjunction with Core Strategy Policy 33

For more information please see the Development Managament Document (DMD)