Policy information sourced from Mole Valley Local Plan
ENV22 - GENERAL DEVELOPMENT CONTROL CRITERIA
Where the principle of proposed development accords with the other policies of this Plan a design and layout will be required which:
- is appropriate to the site in terms of its scale, form and appearance and external building materials;
- does not significantly harm the amenities of the occupiers of neighbouring properties by reason of overlooking or its overshadowing or overpowering effect, noise, traffic or other adverse environmental impact;
- respects the character and appearance of the locality;
- has regard to attractive features of the site such as trees, hedges, walls or buildings that contribute to the character of the locality;
- provides any necessary screening and landscaping suitable to the character of the locality;
- provides safe access to the site and adequate parking to adopted standards;
- provides a satisfactory environment for occupiers of the new development.
For more information please see the Local Plan