Policy information sourced from Mole Valley Local Plan

REC14 - NON-COMMERCIAL HORSE-RELATED DEVELOPMENT

Planning permission will be granted for new horse-related development within, or adjacent to the curtilage of a dwelling provided:

  • the proposed development is small scale and its location, its design, scale and materials are in keeping with the character and appearance of the area and would not have a detrimental visual impact on the openness of the Green Belt or rural character of the countryside;
  • the proposed development and any horse-related uses would not be unneighbourly to adjoining residential properties;
  • sufficient land is available for grazing and exercise;
  • it would not lead to an over-use and deterioration of bridleways and open spaces in the vicinity;
  • the riding of horses off-site would not cause inconvenience or danger to pedestrians, drivers or horse riders themselves;
  • it would not cause significant harm to nature conservation interests.

For more information please see the Local Plan