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Introduction to Affordable Housing Requirements
3.1.1Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
The following sections break down the specific requirements of Policy HOU5 and sets out exactly what is required in order to meet the affordable housing obligations.
dwellingnon-domesticApplicability of Affordable Housing Requirements
3.2.1Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
The requirements of Policy HOU5 will apply to proposals for housing development and mixed use development that incorporate an element of housing, together with proposals for redevelopment, conversions
dwellingnon-domesticExemptions from Affordable Housing Requirements
3.2.8, Figure 3.3Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
The following table lists examples of residential development that are usually exempt from the requirements of Policy HOU5 to provide affordable housing: Type of development | Reason Residential deve
dwellingflatsnon-domesticsite-planningSocial rented housing provision and management
3.3.5, 3.3.6Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
Social rented housing is provided at an affordable rent by NIHE or a Registered Housing Association (RHA); that is, one which is registered and regulated by DfC as a social housing provider. Social re
dwellingnon-domesticPolicy HOU5 - Affordable Housing: Sustainability and Viability Exemptions
Policy HOU5Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
Where it can be demonstrated that it is not sustainable or viable for a proposed development to meet the requirements of this policy in full, the Council will consider suitable alternatives on a case-
dwellingnon-domesticSection 76 Planning Agreements - Definition and Purpose
5.3.1Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
Section 76 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011, provides that any person who has an estate in land may enter into an agreement with the relevant authority (referred to as a s76 Agreement). A s
dwellingnon-domesticaffordable-housingGlossary - Care Home
Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
A 'Care Home' or 'Nursing Home' is a small institution providing accommodation and care for people who are unable to look after themselves. From a planning perspective this can include personal care o
non-domesticpublic-buildingGlossary - Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations (NIFHA)
Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations (NIFHA) - The representative body for NI's Registered Housing Associations (RHAs). It is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee.
dwellingnon-domesticGlossary - Purpose Built Managed Student Accommodation
Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
Purpose Built Managed Student Accommodation - Accommodation that is built, or converted, with the specific intent of being occupied by students undertaking a full-time course of higher or further educ
non-domesticdwellingGlossary - Registered Housing Association (RHA)
Belfast·SPG001 Affordable Housing and Housing Mix
A society, body of trustees, or company that provides social rented and intermediate accommodation and may specialise in accommodation for special needs groups. They are regulated by the Department fo
dwellingnon-domestic