Policy information sourced from the Tandridge Local Plan Part 2: Detailed Policies

DP9: Gates, Fences, Walls & Other Means of Enclosure

A. Where it is required, planning permission will usually be granted for fencing, walling, gates or other means of enclosure, where:

  1. Proposals would not result in the enclosure of incidental landscaped garden areas or open plan gardens which contribute to the character of a residential area.
  2. In rural areas, proposals seek to incorporate native hedging, shrubs or low wooden fencing as they are generally considered to be more in keeping with the informality of such areas. Proposals involving harsh and/or incongruous features are unlikely to be permitted.
  3. In areas covered by a Village Design Statement or Design Guidance (SPG/SPD), proposals should conform to the guidelines and principles set out.

B. In all cases, proposals must not result in adverse effects on the amenities of neighbours or on the character and appearance of the locality by reason of the scale of the proposals or the materials used.

For more information please see the Tandridge Local Plan Part 2: Detailed Policies