Policy information sourced from the Uttlesford District Council Local Plan

RS2 Town and Local Centres

Retail, commercial and community uses or mixed-use development including a residential element will be permitted in the centres of Saffron Walden, Great Dunmow, Stansted Mountfitchet or Thaxted if it meets all the following criteria:

  • It maintains or enhances their role as retail and service centres;
  • It does not harm their historic and architectural character;
  • It contributes to the diversity of retail and other commercial activity;
  • It does not result in significant loss of houses or flats in the centres;
  • It does not prejudice the effective use of upper floors as living or business accommodation

Policy information sourced from the Uttlesford District Council Local Plan