Policy information sourced from the Epping Forest District Local Plan 2011-2033

DM13 Advertisements

  • Where Advertisement Consent is required, such consent will be permitted if the proposal respects the interests of public safety and amenity, taking into account the following criteria:
    1. the design, materials and location of the advertisement respects the scale and character of the building on which it is displayed and the surrounding area;
    2. the proposals would not result in a cluttered street scene, excessive signage, or result in a proliferation of signs advertising a single site or enterprise;
    3. any illumination will be considered in relation to its impact on visual amenity, potential for light pollution, road safety and functional need;
    4. Internally illuminated signs will not be permitted where harm is caused to heritage assets including Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas; and
    5. to safeguard residential and visual amenity, illuminated signs will not be permitted in residential areas to protect the general characteristics of such areas.

For more information please see the Epping Forest District Local Plan 2011-2033