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Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The quashing of BMAP also means that the Belfast Harbour Area Local Plan (adopted in 1991) was also re-instated as the statutory development plan for Belfast Lough and its foreshores, encompassing lan

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

We will encourage adaptation to emerging environmental challenges and mitigate flood risks through improvements to green and blue infrastructure networks. Manage development within areas of risk and e

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Belfast has already experienced the impacts of environmental change with severe weather events, and flooding, which has harmed people, property, infrastructure, the economy, habitats and species. To l

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The countryside in the Belfast area contains a variety of distinctive landscapes, including the hills surrounding Belfast, the coast of Belfast Lough and the Lagan Valley Regional Park, which together

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Environmental change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the city. This includes changing weather patterns as a result of global environmental change, with perhaps the greatest threats for B

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

All development must have regard to the potential impacts on the quality of the water environment, including coastal and transitional waters, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and groundwater. In addition, al

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will be granted for development that incorporates measures to adapt to environmental change, in order to support sustainable and enduring development. Measures to help adapt to th

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Belfast has a long history of flood events and significant damage has been caused by both fluvial and pluvial events. Given the geographical location, topography and population density of the city, th

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Figure 9.5: Indicative map of areas at risk of flooding in Belfast. Map produced for indicative purposes only. For detailed map of flood risk areas, please see DfI Rivers website at: https://www.infra

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has principal responsibility for the designation of nature conservation sites of international and national importance. These include Ramsar sites, Speci

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The diversity of landscapes and seascapes within and surrounding the urban area contribute enormously to the city's distinctive and attractive character. The Belfast Hills, Castlereagh and Craigantlet

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The overall landscape resource includes natural and cultural components, as well as scenic value. Many of the natural landscape assets within and around the city are protected, including designations

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The protection of landscape and coastal quality accords with the SPPS, including the core principle of planning to preserve and improve the natural environment. In this regard, the SPPS includes polic

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The RDS also states that coastal areas need to be protected to safeguard against loss of distinctive habitats and to help adaptation to environmental/climate change. The SPPS aims to protect the undev

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Parts of Belfast Lough and adjacent lands are protected by international and national nature conservation designations - Special Protection Areas (SPA), RAMSAR site and an Area of Special Scientific I

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The LDP policies for the coast aim to protect and enhance the quality of the coastal environment, including its nature conservation, scenic and amenity value, whilst acknowledging the importance of th

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

In assessing new development proposals affecting the undeveloped coast, the council will seek to ensure the protection and enhancement of the district's coastal area. New development should not have a

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Development may be considered where it is demonstrated to be in the national or regional interest and there is no other suitable location. Some minor development, such as access improvements or low-in

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Irrespective of any designations, all development should consider how it can conserve and enhance the coastal resource, including in terms of nature conservation and amenity value. In addition, all pr

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

LC4 Coastal area - dBMAP. The designated coastal areas were identified as part of the BMAP process to provide protection for their unique landscape value and nature conservation interest. Such areas w

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Plan Strategy Policy: EC 3 Designation: Belfast Harbour Area Zoning Interim designation: BHA, draft BMAP Justification: The harbour area as defined in the Belfast Harbour Local Plan 1995-2005 shows a