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Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

Where the Council has advised at PAD stage that a valid viability argument may exist, the submitted planning application should include detailed viability information. This assessment should focus on

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

A site-specific viability assessment undertaken to support a planning application should be based on the following factors: • Assessments should be supported by appropriate available evidence, informe

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

Complexity and variance is inherent in assessing viability. Whilst a certain degree of knowledge and understanding is required of planners and decision-makers as to the viability implications of all t

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

For any viability assessment submitted at planning application stage, all inputs and findings should be set out in a way that aids clear interpretation and interrogation by decision-makers. The assess

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

Only in exceptional circumstances will the removal of requirements and/or obligations be considered, as a very last resort. The nature of the proposed development may also be taken into account, where

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

It is important that the decision of the Council on a planning application is based on material considerations at the time of determination, hence the conclusions of a viability assessment undertaken

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

The council will continuously monitor the outcomes and use of viability assessments as part of the planning process and will provide updates to the separate Key Assumptions document as required. In ad

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

As acknowledged in Section 2.2, the Key Assumptions to be used as the starting point for viability assessments will be subject to review at appropriate intervals over the plan period. This review proc

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

Where necessary, the separate Key Assumptions document will be updated and published to help inform future consideration of viability. This SPG will also be updated if necessary to address any finding

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

In relation to site-specific viability assessments, it is acknowledged that the viability of sites may change over time as they reflect current costs and values. For larger, more complex schemes with

Belfast·SPG002 Development Viability

A legally binding agreement between relevant parties, normally an applicant, landowner and the Council, under Section 76 of the Planning Act (NI) 2011. S76 Agreements are used to secure a planning obl