Compliance and Application of Guidance

Although the guidance contained within this SPG may not cover all site-specific issues that can arise, it covers the main considerations that will be considered when determining a planning application. In general, it is expected that all proposals for retail development will comply with the retail and other main town centre uses policies within the LDP, this guidance document as well as being subject to all other policy requirements. Proposals that comply are more likely to proceed quickly and successfully through the planning process.