New dwellings may be established in existing cluster developments, provided the following criteria are met;
- The cluster must consist of four or more buildings, at least three of which must be dwellings;
- It must appear as a visual entity in the landscape and be associated with a focal point, such as a social or community building, or a crossroad;
- The site must provide a certain degree of enclosure, bounded on a minimum of two sides with existing buildings;
- The development of the site should not significantly alter its existing character or visually intrude into the open countryside;
- The development must not adversely affect residential amenities.
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