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Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

The Council will support proposals that generate energy from a renewable resource where they are, either individually or cumulatively, compatible with policies to safeguard and enhance our natural her

Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

Dominance is the extent to which a new development adversely impinges on the immediate aspect or outlook from an adjoining property. Neighbouring occupiers should not be adversely affected by a sense

Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

Sunlight and daylight are valued elements in a good quality living environment. Effective daylighting can reduce the need for electric lighting, while sunlight can contribute towards meeting some of t

Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

Where an extension is poorly sited or badly designed it can cast a shadow that may reduce a neighbour's daylight and adversely affect their amenity to an unacceptable level. It is important, therefore

Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

In terms of daylighting, the effect on all rooms, apart from halls, landings, bathrooms and utility rooms will be considered. Where an extension would be likely to reduce the amount of light entering

Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)

Significant problems of sunlight or daylight loss are most likely to occur in terraced or semi-detached housing situations and it is here that most care needs to be taken. An extension should be kept