Policy information sourced from the Epsom & Ewell Development Management Policies Document

DM 13 Building Heights

Buildings higher than 12m will be inappropriate in all areas of the Borough except the identified areas within the Epsom Town Centre Boundary (Refer to Proposals Map Plan E) where buildings up to a maximum height of 16m will be allowed in certain locations.

Maximum heights are defined as the distance between ground level and the building’s eaves/ gutter. Above the maximum heights, the roof of the building shall be no higher than 4 m and the slope of the roof shall be no greater than a 45º pitch.

Proposals that incorporate roof mounted building plant rooms that exceed the maximum heights will not be permitted. Subject to viability and practical considerations we will seek the siting of plant rooms within the building itself.

Building up to the maximum heights stated will not be appropriate in every location. In addition it may not be appropriate for the roofspace to be utilised as an additional storey. Proposals must respect:

  • The character and context of the surrounding locality, particularly in relation to existing building heights and roofscapes
  • The impact on the streetscene and views
  • The Conservation Area (where applicable)
  • Listed buildings and the setting of listed buildings
  • Topography

For more information please see the Epsom & Ewell Management Policies Document