Local Employment Sites

In addition to SELs, the Council intends to identify other more locally important employment sites within Metropolitan Newtownabbey and our towns. Whilst these remain an important employment resource, it is recognised that in certain circumstances comprehensive mixed use redevelopment schemes may be acceptable where this introduces community gains and allows vacant or underused land to return to productive use and to create a more attractive environment. In turn, this can help promote more sustainable outcomes by reducing the need for green field development and may assist with economic regeneration and physical renewal, helping to stimulate enterprise in disadvantaged areas.