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Clustering of tall buildings and orientation
5.4.1Belfast·SPG006 Tall Buildings
The clustering of tall buildings can contribute to the legibility of the city and aid orientation. However clustering can also raise potential concerns with regard to the cumulative impact of tall bui
hrbhigh-risesite-planningAssessment of new buildings within existing clusters
5.4.2Belfast·SPG006 Tall Buildings
Where the building forms part of an existing cluster, the TBDS should demonstrate how the new addition contributes positively to the cluster as an enlarged cohesive grouping of buildings. In this rega
hrbhigh-risesite-planningStandalone tall buildings outside existing clusters
5.4.3Belfast·SPG006 Tall Buildings
Exceptions may exist where a stand-alone tall building could be justified outside an existing cluster. However, in such cases, the onus will be placed on the applicant to demonstrate, by way of the TB
hrbhigh-risesite-planningImpact of tall buildings on skyline and silhouette
5.4.4Belfast·SPG006 Tall Buildings
The placement and design of tall buildings can have a significant impact on the city skyline, horizon or silhouette. The final composition and form of the building and its careful placement within its
hrbhigh-risesite-planningPolicy DES3: Tall buildings - clustering and skyline criterion
Policy DES3(d)Belfast·SPG006 Tall Buildings
Planning permission will be granted for tall buildings, defined as any building 35m above ordnance datum (AOD) or taller or those which are significantly higher than their surroundings, where they: (d
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