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Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The LDP Plan Strategy recognises that Belfast has a unique "sense of place" shaped by its location, environment, history, culture, and commerce, which has enabled the city to be the economic driver fo

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Belfast has one of the most striking landscape settings to be found in any city in the British Isles. It lies at the head of Belfast Lough in the lower reaches of the valley of the River Lagan and is

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Protect and enhance the quality of the setting of the Belfast Metropolitan Urban Area (BMUA) and its environmental assets.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The quashing of BMAP also means that the Lagan Valley Regional Park Local Plan (adopted in 1993) was re-instated as the statutory development plan for the Lagan Valley Regional Park (LVRP). It sets ou

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Like the community plan the LDP vision set out an ambitious but realistic spatial vision. In 2035, Belfast will be a globally successful, smart regional city that is environmentally resilient with a

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

A protected, enhanced and attractive natural setting, reinforcing uniqueness and accessibility to all who live work and enjoy the city.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

We will support good quality design to improve the quality of our urban environment and protect and manage the city's built heritage, which will enhance its distinctive character to contribute to a se

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

We will seek to protect and manage our natural heritage biodiversity networks, trees, hedgerows, geodiversity sites and important habitats from loss or damage.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The plan will seek to protect the landscape setting of the city to make it a more attractive place to live, work and enjoy.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The council's planning service operates in the public interest of the long-term benefit of our existing communities, as well as protecting the interest of future generations. In accordance with the SP

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Clarity of purpose and direction that has been shaped by the vision and guidance of the LDP. Contextual development that is the right fit and reinforces a sense of place. Easily accessible for all a

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

A green and blue infrastructure network will connect open spaces and green corridors to provide a multitude of recreational, environmental, ecological, wellbeing, socio-cultural and economic benefits

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Figure 5.5: Belfast's Green and Blue Infrastructure Plan. Key: Natural heritage assets, Major parks and open space, Primary green and blue infrastructure axis, Secondary green and blue infrastructure

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The four settlements within the plan area have been designated based on their role, services and facilities available and their potential for accommodating development in accordance with the RDS' spat

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The three small settlements – Edenderry, Hannahstown and Loughview – will remain as small settlements, distinct from the contiguous built up area of the Belfast City settlement area. The role and char

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The Belfast district consists of four settlements. Classification Role and function Settlement: Principal City - The regional centre for administration, specialised high order services and cultural am

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

It is noted that there may be some exceptional circumstances where not all of these policy requirements can be accommodated whilst still meeting other planning policy obligations. For instance the con

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Given that specialist forms of housing may differ in scale and appearance to conventional housing, it is important that the location requirements, such as access to local shops and services, are balan

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The urban design policies will seek to protect and enhance the unique urban structure of Belfast and will aim to: - Ensure new development is of high quality design that responds to its context while

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Shopfronts contribute significantly to the overall character and appearance of an area and therefore require careful consideration to ensure they make a positive contribution to the city's sense of pl

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

High quality design should aim to create public spaces which allow for adaptable uses that connect and enhance existing spaces. The choice of materials should complement the character of surrounding b

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will be granted for major development where it accords with the following masterplanning principles: a. Adopt a holistic approach to site assembly, layout and design that is mindfu

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

High quality design should aim to create public spaces which allow for adaptable uses that connect and enhance existing spaces. The choice of materials should complement the character of surrounding b

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will be granted for tall buildings, defined as any building 35m above ordnance datum (AOD) or taller or those which are significantly higher than their surroundings, where they: a.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The tall building design statement should include an assessment of the proposal in relation to the local context and any impact on listed buildings, areas of special designation, the skyline, landmark

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will be granted for advertisements and signage where it has been demonstrated that they: a. Are of good design quality, are located sensitively within the streetscape and do not ha

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

In exceptional circumstances prevailing standards may be applied flexibly to best balance competing policy requirements, such as bringing derelict historic buildings back into use. In such cases, off-

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The historic fabric and cohesive character of central Belfast and its immediate environs, in particular, has been increasingly fragmented over the decades from the mid 20th century onwards. In a fragm

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The LDP policies for the built heritage aim to: • Preserve, maintain and where possible enhance the city's historic environment through its ongoing preservation and control to ensure that development

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The council will adopt the precautionary principle when considering the impacts of the proposed development on archaeological and built heritage assets, including designated archaeological sites of im

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Change of use of a listed building Planning permission will be granted for the change of use of a listed building where this secures its upkeep and survival and the character and architectural or hist

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

New development affecting the setting of listed buildings Planning permission will be granted for new development affecting the setting of listed buildings where the following criteria are met: a. The

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Alteration and extension of a listed building Planning permission will be granted for the alteration and extension of a listed building where all the following criteria are met: f. The works preserve,

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Demolition of a listed building There will be a presumption in favour of retaining listed buildings. Total demolition of listed buildings will only be permitted in highly exceptional

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Regional policy aims to secure the protection, conservation and, where possible, the enhancement of built heritage and promote sustainable development of heritage assets.

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

In a fragmented context the remaining historic environment assumes greater importance. They may act as visual, historical, architectural and legible links – i.e. viewing together they have a narrative

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Regional policy aims to deliver economic and community benefit through conservation that facilitates productive use of built heritage assets, whilst safeguarding their historic or architectural integr

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The setting of a listed building is often an essential part of the building's character. In some circumstances this may include adjacent buildings or an entire street. These buildings may not necessar

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Where listed building consent is granted for demolition this will be conditional on prior agreement for the redevelopment of the site and appropriate arrangements for recording the building before its

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The design of new buildings planned to stand alongside historic buildings is particularly critical. Such buildings must be designed to respect their setting, follow fundamental architectural principle

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Many listed buildings can tolerate some degree of thoughtful alteration or extension to accommodate continuing or new uses. Indeed, cumulative changes reflecting the history of use and ownership have

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Alteration works including extensions to a listed building must seek to comply with fundamental conservation principles (maximum retention of historic fabric, minimum intervention and clarity) to the

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Extension and alterations works should not dilute the legibility of the building, for example as one of a unique style / design, era, functional use, particular architect / builder. This approach is c

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

The preservation of facades alone and the gutting and reconstruction of interiors, is rarely an acceptable approach to the re-use of listed buildings and will only be permitted in exceptional circumst

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

There will be a presumption in favour of retaining listed buildings. Very occasionally demolition of a listed building will be unavoidable although consent will not be given simply because redevelopme

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Proposals for partial demolition will involve the same rigorous assessment as building features such as rear returns, bay windows and chimneys make a contribution to the character of their host buildi

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will only be granted for new or replacement buildings in conservation areas where the following criteria are met: a. The character and appearance of the area is preserved or enhanc

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Planning permission will only be granted for alterations and extensions within conservation areas where the criteria of Policy RD2 are met, and particular regard is given to the following additional c

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

There will be a presumption in favour of retaining listed buildings and non-listed buildings in conservation areas. Total or partial demolition of a building will only be permitted where: j. It makes

Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)

Regional policy aims to enhance the character or appearance of the area where an opportunity to do so exists, or to preserve its character or appearance where an opportunity to enhance does not arise.