Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)·Page 271·LC1
LC1 – Landscape: Criteria for approval in designated areas
Planning permission in designated landscape areas is only granted where development is appropriate design and scale, sympathetic to the area's character, respects built heritage, protects natural heritage and biodiversity, and respects local architectural styles, boundary details, and materials.
Planning permission for new development within areas designated for landscape importance will only be granted where it is of an appropriate design and scale for the locality and all the following criteria are met:
e. The siting of the proposal is sympathetic to the special character of the area;
f. It respects or conserves built heritage features of importance to the character and appearance of the landscape;
g. There is no adverse impact on natural heritage and biodiversity; and
h. The proposal respects:
1. Local architectural styles and patterns;
2. Traditional boundary details, by retaining features such as hedges, walls, trees and gates; and
3. Local materials, design and colour.
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