Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 173·8.4

Rationale for Community Infrastructure Approach

The Council recognises that good quality community infrastructure supports sustainable communities and successful places, and that continued investment in new or enhanced community facilities is needed to support the Borough's growing population and development.

The provision of good quality community infrastructure in our Borough is an important part of fostering sustainable communities and delivering successful places. Future growth in population and new development means that continued investment in new or enhanced community facilities will be required to support the needs of our Borough's communities. The Council, working with its statutory partners and other key stakeholders, wishes to support continued availability of and improved access to an appropriate range of community services and facilities that will meet the needs of our Borough's residents.

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