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

DM3: Replacement and extensions of buildings in the Green Belt

Replacement of buildings in the Green Belt will be supported where:

  1. The replacement building is not materially larger than the existing building (excluding temporary buildings) it replaces, taking into account floorspace, bulk and height; and
  2. The replacement building remains in the same use.

The extension of buildings in the Green Belt will only be supported where:

  1. The proposal would not constitute inappropriate development in the Green Belt (e.g. the increase would be no greater than 30% above the volume of the original building. Increasing the extent of an existing building to maximum footprint will not be appropriate in every circumstance); and
  2. The proposal would not have a detrimental impact on rural character through its siting and design.

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