Policy information sourced from the Tandridge District Core Strategy

Aviation Development

The Council will seek to minimise the impact of Gatwick Airport by working with BAA Gatwick, Crawley Borough Council and adjoining local authorities on the development of the airport up to the projected 45 million passengers per annum within the agreed limits of a single runway/two terminal airport. New off-airport parking and extensions to existing sites will be considered in the light of Green Belt policy and the need to minimise the use of the private car to travel to the airport.

The Council will oppose any expansion beyond the agreed limits that would adversely affect communities in Tandridge by way of aircraft noise or reduced air quality.

The Council will oppose any expansion of Biggin Hill Airport that would adversely affect communities in Tandridge by way of aircraft noise, air pollution, or that would result in additional traffic using country roads.

The Council will not permit development at Redhill Aerodrome that would be likely to intensify flying or related activities. The Council will not permit the construction of a reinforced runway or other development if it is likely to be significantly detrimental to the local community.