Policy information sourced from Welwyn Hatfield District Plan

R4 Renewable Energy Sources

Planning permission will be granted for proposals for the development of renewable energy sources subject to all of the following criteria:

  • It would not have a significant visual impact;
  • It would not generate an unacceptable level of traffic;
  • It would not result in an unacceptably high level of atmospheric emissions;
  • It would not have a significant adverse impact upon features or areas of ecological, architectural, landscape or conservation importance;
  • It would not have a detrimental impact upon adjoining properties and land holdings; and
  • It would not generate an unacceptable level of noise.

For more information please see the Welwyn Hatfield District Plan