Belfast·SPG004 Residential Extensions and Alterations·Page 32·4.2.4
External finish materials and colours for extensions
Extensions should use materials, colours, and finishes that complement the existing building and neighbouring properties. Re-use and recycling of materials is encouraged, particularly for listed buildings and those in conservation areas or areas of townscape character.
The external finish of a proposal should aim to complement the type of materials, colour and finish of both the existing building and those of neighbouring properties, particularly where certain materials strongly predominate. Using similar or complementary materials to those of the existing property is more likely to produce a successful extension or alteration. The re-use and recycling of building materials is encouraged and will be especially important when carrying out work to a listed building, or buildings within a conservation area or an area of townscape character.
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