The council will support proposals which enhance communication networks, and which future-proof development to accommodate ultrafast broadband infrastructure, or any other emerging equivalent or higher specification communication technology, for all future users where the requirements of point 3 of this policy are satisfied.

Relevant major developments must be served by Full Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) technology, and include ducting capable of accommodating more than one digital infrastructure provider to enable future upgrades.

Proposals for telecommunications development will:

Minimise the impact of equipment on the visual amenity, character and appearance of the surrounding area;

Have special regard to conservation areas and heritage assets including their setting, where sensitive siting and design are of increased importance;

Minimise adverse impacts on nearby trees, woodland and hedgerows, both now and in the future;

Respect views in relation to existing landmarks and distant vistas, and consider the skyline and any roofscapes visible from streets and spaces;

Limit street clutter and not have a detrimental impact on movement or safety of footpath or highway users;

Not blight sites of future strategic developments e.g. by being located on future potential site access points; and

Be accompanied by detailed information which provides the technical justification for the proposed development, including the area of search, alternative sites assessments, details of any consultation