Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 120·DM 10.1
Policy DM 10: Access and Parking - Development Support Criteria
The Council will support development where sufficient road network capacity exists or impacts can be mitigated, access arrangements do not prejudice road safety or traffic flow, and adequate car, cycle parking and servicing provision is made.
The Council will support development proposals where it is demonstrated that: (a) There is the capacity on the road network to accommodate the type and amount of traffic likely to be generated, or where any adverse impact can be suitably mitigated, taking into account the cumulative impacts of development; (b) Access arrangements do not prejudice road safety or significantly inconvenience the flow of people or goods; and (c) Adequate provision is made for car and cycle parking and any necessary servicing arrangements.
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