Policy information sourced from the Epsom & Ewell Epsom Town Centre Area Action Plan

E7 Town Centre building height

The areas where there are opportunities for higher buildings, up to a maximum height of 16 metres, are indicated on the Proposals Map.

Elsewhere within the Town Centre Boundary, buildings will be a maximum of 12 metres.

The above maximum heights are defined as the distance between ground level and the buildings eaves/gutter.

Above the maximum heights, the roof of the building will be no higher than 4 m and the slope of the roof will be no greater than a 45 pitch.

Building up to the maximum heights stated may 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