Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 177·DM 23.2
Loss of Open Space - Development Criteria
Development on open space may be permitted if it brings significant community benefits that outweigh the loss, or if it is ancillary to the principal use and enhances sport and recreation facilities.
(a) The proposed development would bring significant community benefits that clearly outweigh the loss of the open space; or
(b) The proposed development is ancillary to the principle use and will enhance use of the site for sport and recreation.
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