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Overlooking potential and mitigation measures
3.1.31Belfast·SPG003 Residential Design
Balconies, roof terraces, decking, dormer windows, windows in side elevations and conservatories all have the potential to cause overlooking problems, due to their position and orientation, particular
dwellingresidentialprivacydesignWindow orientation for privacy and surveillance
3.1.32Belfast·SPG003 Residential Design
In some instances an acceptable solution may be achieved through the orientation of windows that are capable of both maintaining privacy and provide natural surveillance on to the street. In the case
dwellingresidentialprivacydesignSpacing between buildings to minimise overlooking
3.1.33Belfast·SPG003 Residential Design
Notwithstanding this, all proposals should seek to provide reasonable space between buildings in order to minimise overlooking. This will also assist in providing acceptable levels of daylight to prop
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