The borough of Elmbridge is particularly fortunate in having 9 conservation area advisory committees covering 18 of its conservation areas.
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How do I know if I’m in a conservation area?
Find out if you live in a conservation area by contacting your local planning authority (LPA)(opens in a new window). They will be able to tell you when it was created, how far it extends, the reason for its creation and the level of legal protection it has in place.
Is my tree protected elmbridge?
Check if a tree has a TPO
To check if any trees on or around a property are protected by a conservation area or tree preservation order (TPO), please use our online search facility. More information is available on how to use the search and TPO search terms and conditions.
What area is covered by Elmbridge Council?
Elmbridge is a local government district with borough status in Surrey, England. Its principal towns and villages are Esher, Cobham, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge and Molesey. It directly borders the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and the London Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames.
Is elmbridge part of Greater London?
Elmbridge is where town and country meet: a green Surrey borough within easy reach of London. The borough is located in the north of the county and borders greater London.
What happens if my property is in a conservation area?
But if your property is in a conservation area, then getting planning permission is even more stressful! You’ll also need to create a compelling application to get planning permission for carrying out external works to your dwelling house or converting a building or building a new structure in your conservation area.
What does it mean if my house is in a conservation area?
The special character of conservation areas means that the control of development is stricter than in other areas. This means that: new buildings and the surrounding spaces must preserve or enhance the character of the area.
How do you know if you have a protected tree?
Please complete a contact form with the address and details of the tree, and we can confirm if it is protected by TPO. You can check if your property is in a conservation area online.
Do all trees in a conservation area have a TPO?
All types of tree, but not hedges, bushes or shrubs, can be protected, and a TPO can protect anything from a single tree to all trees within a defined area or woodland. Any species can be protected, but no species is automatically protected by a Tree Preservation Order.
Do I need permission to fell a tree in a conservation area?
It is an offence to prune, fell or damage a tree in a conservation area without giving notice. For consent to carry out work to trees within a conservation area, you should apply online or download an application form. There is no fee involved for applications to carry out work on trees.
Who controls Elmbridge council?
Leader: Cllr Chris Sadler.
Why is Elmbridge called Elmbridge?
Elmbridge was named after the Saxon word for the River Mole, ‘Emlyn’. Men from the various villages met at a Hundred ‘Moot’ (‘meet’) to discuss the business of their communities and make decisions.
What is Elmbridge famous for?
Elmbridge is a thriving Borough situated to the north of Surrey, renowned for its high standard of living, picturesque countryside and popular tourist destinations. Elmbridge covers 23,803 acres within the M25 and is home to over 124,000 residents.
What’s it like to live in Elmbridge?
“The area has so much going for it. There are good transport links, schools, wonderful countryside and housing. It’s a great place to bring up a family.” Jonathan Dunne, an Elmbridge resident who owns several businesses in Esher including the Albert Arms and George, said: “I think it’s a magnificent place to live.
Is Barnet classed as London or Hertfordshire?
Barnet, outer borough of London, England, on the northwestern perimeter of the metropolis. The borough lies mostly within the historic county of Middlesex, but many of its northern districts (including New Barnet and East Barnet) belong historically to Hertfordshire.
Is New Malden Surrey or Greater London?
New Malden is an area in South London, England. It is located mainly within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames and the London Borough of Merton, and is 9.4 miles (15.1 km) from Charing Cross.
Is it worth buying house in conservation area?
Properties in conservation areas tend to be good-looking and in attractive neighbourhoods, and many people find that they are worth the restrictions and maintenance costs. However it’s good to understand the limitations of living in protected areas before you buy property there, so you can be sure it’s right for you.
Can I replace windows in a conservation area?
You do not normally need planning permission to change your windows and doors if your property is a dwelling house (not a flat or office) in a conservation area on condition that they are ‘like for like in material and appearance’.
Can I put up CCTV in conservation area?
To install CCTV on a domestic property, permission isn’t normally required. If you live in a listed building or in a conservation area, there may be some restrictions with regard to the installation of security cameras. To check, speak to your local planning authority before purchasing equipment.
Can I remove a wall in a conservation area?
Please note that in a conservation area you do not need permission to demolish a building which does not exceed 115 cubic metres or to take down any wall, gate or fence which is less than 1 metre high where abutting a highway, or less than 2 metres high elsewhere.
Can I put a fence up in a conservation area?
You will not need to apply for planning permission for a fence, wall or gate, if you don’t increase its height. In a conservation area, however, you might need conservation area consent to take down a fence, wall or gate.