Policy information sourced from Spelthorne Core Strategy and Policies Development Plan Document
EN1: Design of New Development
The Council will require a high standard in the design and layout of new development. Proposals for new development should demonstrate that they will:
- create buildings and places that are attractive with their own distinct identity; they should respect and make a positive contribution to the street scene and the character of the area in which they are situated, paying due regard to the scale, height, proportions, building lines, layout, materials and other characteristics of adjoining buildings and land,
- achieve a satisfactory relationship to adjoining properties avoiding significant harmful impact in terms of loss of privacy, daylight or sunlight, or overbearing effect due to bulk and proximity or outlook,
- be designed in an inclusive way to be accessible to all members of the community regardless of any disability and to encourage sustainable means of travel,
- incorporate landscaping to enhance the setting of the development, including the retention of any trees of amenity value and other significant landscape features that are of merit, and provide for suitable boundary treatment,
- create a safe and secure environment in which the opportunities for crime are minimized,
- incorporate measures to minimise energy consumption, conserve water resources and provide for renewable energy generation in accordance with Policy CC1,
- incorporate provision for the storage of waste and recyclable materials and make provision for sustainable drainage systems (SUDS).
For more information please see the Core Strategy and Policies Development Plan Document