Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)·Page 182·8.4.6
Viability Requirements for Facility Loss
Where an applicant proposes not to replace an existing tourism facility, a strong rationale supported by a viability report is required to demonstrate the facility is no longer economically viable.
Where the applicant intends not to replace an existing facility or asset, a strong rationale, supported by a viability report is required to demonstrate that the tourism leisure and cultural development use is no longer economically viable, and would not have a detrimental impact on visitor numbers or spend.
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