Policy information sourced from the Uttlesford District Council Local Plan
GEN2 Design
Development will not be permitted unless its design meets all the following criteria and has regard to adopted Supplementary Design Guidance and Supplementary Planning Documents.
- It is compatible with the scale, form, layout, appearance and materials of surrounding buildings;
- It safeguards important environmental features in its setting, enabling their retention and helping to reduce the visual impact of new buildings or structures where appropriate;
- It provides an environment, which meets the reasonable needs of all potential users.
- It helps to reduce the potential for crime;
- It helps to minimise water and energy consumption;
- It has regard to guidance on layout and design adopted as supplementary planning guidance to the development plan.
- It helps to reduce waste production and encourages recycling and reuse.
- It minimises the environmental impact on neighbouring properties by appropriate mitigating measures.
- It would not have a materially adverse effect on the reasonable occupation and enjoyment of a residential or other sensitive property, as a result of loss of privacy, loss of daylight, overbearing impact or overshadowing.
Policy information sourced from the Uttlesford District Council Local Plan