PPG8 Telecommunications

This PPG gives guidance on planning for telecommunications development, including radio masts and towers, antennas of all kinds, radio equipment housing, public call boxes, cabinets, polls and overhead wires.

The PPG sets out planning policies on telecommunications, including: environmental considerations, such as mast and site sharing and design issues, health considerations and public concern; and pre-application discussions and public consultation.

(Original release date August 2001)

View 'Planning Policy Guidance 8: Telecommunications' here.