In addition to the generic requirements set out in criteria 1 – 9, the policy should reference design guides that indicate the key elements of an area that define its character and which are desirable to maintain and enhance.

This policy should correlate with Policies P3 Density, P4 layout and Access, P5 Spaces, P6 Amenity, P7 Extensions, and P8 Materials and detail. All are interconnected and the plan should indicate that a policy cannot be applied in isolation, but as a whole.

Policies supporting local character and distinctiveness is supported but the criteria listed should go further to reference design guides that indicate the key elements of an area that define its character and which are desirable to maintain and enhance