Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 327·B7
Extensions subordinate to existing dwelling character
Extensions should be subordinate to or integrated with the existing property so they do not dominate its character. Extensions should not normally project above the ridge line of the existing dwelling, particularly where uniform building height is part of the street scene.
the existing house and subordinate or integrated so as not to dominate the character of the existing property, although it is accepted that on occasion a larger extension may be required - for example to facilitate the renovation and upgrading of a small rural dwelling to meet modern amenity standards. It will not usually be appropriate to allow an extension to project above the ridge line of the existing dwelling and this will be especially important where uniform building height is part of the street scene.
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