Policy DM 21: Specialist Residential Accommodation

The Council will support proposals for specialist residential accommodation such as sheltered housing, nursing homes and residential care homes, where all the following criteria are met: (a) The homes and/or bed spaces to be provided meet community needs demonstrated through a statement of specialist housing need; (b) The proposal is sited in a location where it can deliver convenient access to relevant local services and facilities including local shops, public transport routes and health facilities; and (c) The proposal is designed to be compatible with adjacent land uses and will not have a detrimental impact on the amenity or character of any adjoining properties or the surrounding area.