Policy information sourced from the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part 1

OE1 Protection of the Character and Amenities of Surrounding Properties and the Local Area

Planning permission will not normally be granted for uses and associated structures which are, or are likely to become, detrimental to the character or amenities of surrounding properties or the area generally, because of:

  1. The siting or appearance;
  2. The storage or display of vehicles, goods, equipment or other merchandise;
  3. Traffic generation and congestion;
  4. Noise and vibration or the emission of dust, smell or other pollutants,

Unless sufficient measures are taken to mitigate the environmental impact of the development and ensure that it remains acceptable.

For more information please see Appendix 5 of the Local Plan: Part 1