Policy information sourced from Bookham Neighbourhood Development Plan
BKH2: Infill and garden development
Infill and garden development must respect its context and the green and open character of its surroundings and reflect the prevailing character of the immediate locality.
In particular:
- Gaps, between new or extended buildings and each side boundary, should be a minimum of 1 metre or, if gaps in the locality are generally larger, should reflect the existing gaps. Courtyard and terraced development will, however, be permitted where they are consistent with the character of the immediate area.
- Provision must be made for the convenient and accessible storage of wheelie bins and cycles.
- The height of new homes should be comparable to those in the locality or, where adjacent heights themselves vary, the height of the new homes should not dominate their surroundings. Garden developments will need to demonstrate that the proposals will not cause unacceptable overlooking of neighbouring properties or be overbearing.
- In developments where a new access road is to be constructed it must be capable of allowing service and emergency vehicle access to all buildings, with provision of a footway.
Access arrangements should not be detrimental to the amenity of neighbouring homes or to the character of the area.
For more information please see the Neighbourhood Development Plan