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