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

DM 18 Communications Infrastructure

Planning permission will be granted for the erection of telecommunications apparatus which satisfies the following criteria:

  1. the apparatus uses an existing mast or building where practicable, without causing serious harm to the appearance of the site or building to which it relates;
  2. where an existing mast or building is not available, the apparatus would be screened as far as practicable by the existing landform and trees, or by landscaping and planting incorporated in the proposal;
  3. the apparatus would not cause harm to the visual amenity of listed buildings, conservation areas or other sensitive areas;
  4. the proposal incorporates appropriate materials or treatments for any associated buildings or supporting structures;
  5. the potential for physical interference has been minimised in the siting and design of the apparatus.

The use of planning conditions or legal agreements may be considered as appropriate to ensure that new masts will be removed at the operators’ cost if they become redundant in the future.

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