The council will protect and promote existing land used for allotments. Development proposals resulting in the loss of allotments may only be considered where:

1. There is clear evidence of insufficient demand for the continued use of the land as allotments; and
2. Suitable alternative land is made available for any displaced allotment holders.

In areas which are deficient in public open space, the council will consider the scope for providing public open space, recreational or other community uses on part or the whole of the site.