Policy information sourced from The Waltham Forest Local Plan Development Management Policies

DM 38 Minerals

When considering applications for gravel extraction or other mineral working, associated storage, handling and processing facilities, the Council will seek to ensure that the environment, public amenity and safety concerns are safeguarded by requiring that all of the following criteria are met:

A) there is no significant adverse effect on the built environment including heritage assets, sites of archaeological significance and the amenity of residential properties;

B) there is no significant adverse effect on the natural environment including biodiversity or geodiversity sites;

C) there is no adverse effect on safety and amenity from vehicular traffic;

D) there is no adverse effect on public safety or on ground and surface waters;

E) there are firm, satisfactory restoration and after use proposals;

F) there are no long term adverse effects on the landscape and the environment generally, and any short term effects are minimised;

G) there will be no significantly increased risk of flooding;

H) there is no significant adverse effect on any recreational open space or recreational facilities;

I) the development would not jeopardise proposals for improved recreational facilities as set out in the Lee Valley Regional Park Plan.

For more information please see the Local Plan Development Management Policies