Policy information sourced from Welwyn Hatfield District Plan

H13 Gypsy Sites

Planning permission will be granted for small-scale gypsy sites where all of the following criteria can be met:

  • The proposed site is not within the Green Belt, unless special circumstances exist which might exceptionally make such development acceptable;
  • The site has good, safe and convenient access to the road network;
  • The site is conveniently located for schools and other community facilities;
  • The site will not visually encroach into the open countryside;
  • The use would not detract from convenient, safe and enjoyable use of a public right of way;
  • The site should either have substantial natural screening or be landscaped and screened with new planting;
  • The requirements of the appropriate design policies and guidance can be met;
  • Hardstandings can be provided and the site is capable of being provided with basic facilities including electricity, water supplies, sewage disposal and waste collections;
  • The site will be situated so that it neither affects the visual amenity or character of the area or nearby residents, nor is it affected by any environmental hazards which may affect the residents’ health or welfare.

For more information please see the Welwyn Hatfield District Plan