Proposals for Hot Food Takeaways (use class A5), Drinking Establishments (use class A4), Restaurants and Cafes (use class A3), Offices (use classes A2 and B1), Hotels (use class C1), Leisure and Entertainment (use class D1/D2) and other community and evening uses will be encouraged in larger town centres, where they:

• Comply with Policies TCR6 and TCR7;
• Sustain or enhance the range or quality of facilities and the vitality and viability of these centres;
• Are in keeping with the scale and character of the surrounding area;
• Will be highly accessible by public transport, cycling or walking;
• Would not adversely impact on bus operators; and
• Would not adversely affect the living conditions of nearby residents.