In the rural areas the Council will support diverse and sustainable farming and other countryside-based enterprises and activities which contribute to rural economies and meet the principles of sustainable development. Limited infill development and the re-use or conversion of existing buildings will be supported where these are compatible with their Green Belt location, the settlement strategy and the protection of critical assets.

The Council will support the retention of local facilities and the provision of new facilities and infrastructure which are important to the social and economic well-being of rural communities.

For more information please see the Welwyn Hatfield Local Plan