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Factors to consider when planning to extend a home
2.1.1Belfast·SPG004 Residential Extensions and Alterations
Residential dwellings, their environments and activities in and around the home are important contribution factors to the health and wellbeing of residents. When planning a project to extend a home, i
dwellingdesignamenitydrainageflood-riskcrime-preventionconstruction-safetySPPS health and well-being considerations including visual impact and overshadowing
3.1.3Belfast·SPG004 Residential Extensions and Alterations
Under 'Improving Health and Well- Being', the SPPS also recognises that there are a wide range of environment and amenity considerations arising from development that may have potential health and wel
dwellingamenityResidential amenity considerations
4.3.6Belfast·SPG004 Residential Extensions and Alterations
As well as the impacts of an extension or alteration or the overall character of the wider area, it is also important that the amenity of existing residents is protected. Amenity refers to positive an
dwellingresidential-extensionsamenityAssessment of extensions with flexibility provisions
4.3.7Belfast·SPG004 Residential Extensions and Alterations
Extensions will be assessed in light of the following guidance, although it is acknowledged that flexibility may be needed in respect of older properties with small plot areas or where the proposal se
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