Policy information sourced from the Harrow Development Management Policies
DM 3: Protected Views and Vistas
The protected views identified in Schedule 3 will be safeguarded in accordance with the Harrow Views Assessment (2012) and the London Views Management Framework.
Where there is a protected view:
- Development within a landmark viewing corridor (shown in red) should not exceed the specified threshold height unless it would comprise world class architecture or display outstanding qualities either of which would result in an enhancement to the protected view.
- Development in the wider setting consultation area (shown in yellow) should form an attractive element in its own right and preserve or enhance the viewers’ ability to recognise and to appreciate the landmark.
Development should not harm and, where possible, should make a positive contribution to the characteristics and composition of the protected views and their landmark elements. It should also preserve or enhance viewers’ ability to recognise and to appreciate important landmarks, in particular St. Mary’s Church and Harrow on the Hill, and the Harrow Weald Ridge as seen from designated viewing places.
Development in the foreground and middle ground of a protected view should not be overly intrusive or unsightly to the detriment of the view, or detract from the prominence of the landmark.
Development proposals in the background of a view should give context to landmarks and not harm the composition of the view as a whole.
Viewing places should be accessible and managed so that they enhance people’s experience of the view.
Opportunities to create new local views and vistas should be exploited through the design and layout of new development.
For more information please see the Development Management Policies