Policy information sourced from the Combined Policies of Epping Forest District Local Plan (1998) and Alterations (2006).

U6 Other masts and aerials

The Council will grant planning permission for new telecommunications masts and antennas provided that the character or appearance of the building or area is not seriously harmed. Factors to be taken into account include:

  • topographical features, including the height of the site in relation to the surrounding land;
  • views of the site from adjoining land, both within and outside the district, with particular reference to the effect on the skyline or horizon;
  • the impact on, and possible screening by, existing vegetation;
  • proximity to residential property;
  • other masts, buildings or structures in the locality;
  • the prominence of the site from public rights of way used for recreational purposes (e.g. footpaths, bridleways and towpaths).

Operators will be expected to share masts or use existing buildings or structures. Masts will be refused permission where the Council is not satisfied that the possibility of using existing apparatus, buildings or structures has been fully explored.

For more information, please see the Combined Policies document