Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 332·B29
Spacing Between Buildings to Minimize Overlooking
Proposals should provide reasonable space between buildings to minimize overlooking and provide acceptable daylight levels. For dormer windows, restricting window size and setting it back from the eaves typically protects neighbouring privacy.
Proposals should seek to provide reasonable space between buildings in order to minimise overlooking. This will also assist in providing acceptable levels of daylight to properties. In the case of dormer windows, restricting the size of the window and setting it back from the eaves is usually an adequate solution that can protect neighbouring privacy.
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