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

The provision of a sufficient supply of land for housing is a core component of the LDP. There is currently an ample supply of land already identified in existing development plans, and future growth

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

For proposals of 20 units or more, a minimum of 20% must demonstrate how the 'Lifetime Homes' approach has been taken account of, to ensure that new developments are accessible to all and will assist

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

The Council will only permit a residential development of 40 units or greater, where a minimum of 10% of the total units, are provided as affordable housing. Where a proposed site has been artificiall

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

The affordable housing element of the proposed development should be distributed throughout the general housing layout and not be easily distinguishable by means of its general design, materials or fi

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

Where it is demonstrated that a development is not viable, a reduced or alternative provision of affordable housing may be acceptable.

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

Residential development proposals of 25 units or more, or on sites of 1 hectare or more, will be expected to provide well designed, safe and accessible public open space as an integral part of the ove

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

A reduction in these open space standards will be considered in the case of apartment development or where the development is designed to integrate with and make use of adjoining public open space.

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

For schemes of 10 units or more, including outline applications, the Council will require the submission of a Design and Access Statement, to provide evidence of how the development will deliver a qua

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

Historically, difficulties have been experienced by social housing providers in securing the land necessary for affordable housing provision. To assist the delivery of affordable housing and promote m

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

To ensure that affordable housing is appropriately integrated within the layout, the affordable units should wherever possible be 'pepper-potted' throughout the development and not be distinguishable

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

To secure the provision of affordable housing required under this policy, the Council may require developers to enter into a planning agreement under Section 76 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland)

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

To help meet the full range of housing needs advocated in the SPPS, the Council will also encourage the 'Lifetime Homes' approach, as well as

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

Residential development comprising of 10 or more units;

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

The purpose of this Appendix is to set out the Council's detailed guidance to provide a consistent basis against which to consider an extension and/or alteration to a dwelling house or flat, including

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

The guidance is intended to advise homeowners on how to extend or alter their property in a neighbourly manner that is sympathetic with the original property, respects the character and appearance of

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

Although the guidance may not cover all the site specific issues that can arise it covers the main considerations that will be taken into account when determining a planning application. If it is foll

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

An extension or alteration to a residential property should be designed to become an integral part of the property both functionally and visually. Such works should not be designed in isolation solely

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

The overall aim is to encourage high quality design solutions irrespective of whether the approach followed seeks to mirror the style of the existing property or adopts a contemporary modern design ap

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

An extension or alteration should not be so large or so prominent as to dominate the host property or its wider surroundings, rather development proposals should be in scale with existing and adjoinin

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