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Vision, Aims and Objectives Section
28Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
Vision, aims and objectives
site-planningcontextNew development in Areas of Townscape Character
7.4.23Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
New development in an ATC should seek to reinforce local identity and promote quality and sustainability in order to respect and, where possible, enhance the distinctive character and appearance of th
conservationcontextRenovation and refurbishment in Areas of Townscape Character
7.4.24Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
To help secure the upkeep, vitality and appearance of ATCs the council will permit proposals for the appropriate renovation and refurbishment of existing buildings for their continued use, or for alte
conservationcontextDemolition in Areas of Townscape Character
7.4.25Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
The demolition of a building or buildings in an ATC can significantly erode the character, appearance and integrity of such areas. Demolition can be particularly damaging in cases where it is proposed
conservationcontextPolicy BH5 – Archaeology
Policy BH5Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
The council will seek to conserve and protect and where possible enhance archaeological assets and consent will normally only be granted where the following criteria are met: a. Archaeological remain
contextconservationCountryside Development Justification
Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)
Particular regard will be given to the justification for new development proposals in any countryside location and the council must be satisfied that the proposal is acceptable in terms of environment
ruralsite-planningcontext