Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 104·DM 8

Policy DM 8: Development at The Junction, Antrim

The Council supports ongoing redevelopment at The Junction in accordance with an approved Outline Masterplan, and will presumptively refuse development that would adversely affect Antrim Town Centre's vitality and viability, including additional comparison goods floorspace, changes to retail restrictions, and subdivision of large units.

DM 8.1 The Council will support the ongoing redevelopment at The Junction Retail Outlet and Leisure Park in Antrim in accordance with the terms of the Outline Masterplan approved by the Council. DM 8.2 In assessing future proposals at or within the environs of The Junction, in addition to the requirements of Policy DM 7, the Council will operate a presumption against development that is likely to impact adversely on the continued vitality and viability of Antrim Town Centre. This includes: (a) Proposals for additional comparison goods floor space; (b) Proposals that seek to vary or remove planning restrictions for bulky goods retail or outlet use to provide unencumbered retail use; and (c) Proposals for the subdivision of large commercial units into smaller units.

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