Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)·Page 82·7.1.42
Housing Mix Requirements and Evidence
Developments must provide an appropriate mix of housing types, sizes, and tenures based on up-to-date Housing Market Analysis and Housing Needs Assessments. Where a full mix of unit types is not viable, developers should provide variety in unit sizes, particularly in single-block apartment developments.
Evidence of the appropriate housing mix required to meet community needs in terms of the type, size and tenure of housing is provided through up to date Housing Market Analysis (HMA) and annual HNAs. These are updated periodically by the NIHE and are published routinely on their website. In the case of affordable housing, the appropriate size and type of provision will be determined by NIHE in accordance with DfC guidance on a case by case basis. Developers therefore are encouraged to engage with a registered housing association and NIHE prior to developing proposals.
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