Development proposals for medical and dental surgeries and other primary health care facilities, including changes of use of existing buildings, will be permitted where they:

• Are easily accessible by public transport, walking and cycling;
• Would not have a demonstrably harmful impact on the character of the surrounding area or the amenities of nearby residential properties and other uses;
• If in a town centre location, would not be situated within the primary retail frontage; and
• Are designed to be accessible to people with disabilities.