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• design-code-rule

• Policy

  H2.3

  Focal lighting should emphasise entrances and porches, making them safe and inviting.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.3

• Policy

  H2.4

  Proposals must locate noisy activities in sufficient proximity to dwellings for safe access, but far enough away to minimise disturbance.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.4

• Policy

  H2.5

  Homes and buildings car and cycle parking must be located close to the entrance of the corresponding property to maximise overlooking and therefore safety.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.5

• Policy

  H2.6

  Homes and buildings main entrances must face the street and clearly articulate building elevations to maximise visibility from the public realm.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.6

• Policy

  H2.7

  New homes and buildings must clearly define the front and rear of dwellings, incorporating safe and attractive public realm or private gardens, and shared amenity space.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.7

• Policy

  H2.8

  Homes must avoid creating left over space in order to ensure land efficiency, and minimising the ambiguity of ownership.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.8

• Policy

  H2.9

  Developments including new buildings and extensions and alterations to existing buildings must maximise opportunities for natural lighting and ventilation.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.9

• Policy

  H2.10

  Single aspect, north facing dwellings must be avoided. All homes should be dual aspect.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.10

• Policy

  H2.11

  Proposals must demonstrate that they will not result in overshadowing, a loss of privacy or an oppressive or overbearing impact, including noise on neighbouring properties. See https://www.essexdesignguide.co.uk/design-details/architectural-details/daylight-and-sunlight/

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.11

• Policy

  H2.12

  All new dwellings must achieve a minimum average daylight factor (ADF) target value of 1 per cent for a bedroom and 1.5 per cent for a living room.

  • Dataset: Design code rule
  • Reference: H2.12

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