Glossary of Terms

Amenity space Public open space or land within the curtilage of a dwelling that can be used for recreation. Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) Areas designated in recognition of their national importance as landscapes of distinctive character and special scenic value. Conservation Areas (CA) Areas of special architectural or historic interest, the character and appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance. 'Conservation type' windows Low profile roof lights that combine modern performance standards with an authentic traditional appearance. Fenestration The arrangement and design of openings in the building envelope, including windows, doors and skylights. Footprint All parts of a main building (excluding roof overhangs) that rest, directly or indirectly, on the ground, including those portions of the building that are supported by posts, piers, or columns. Building footprint also includes attached garages, covered carports, bay windows with floor space etc. Listed buildings Buildings designated through listing as being of 'special architectural or historic interest' under Section 80 of the Planning Act (NI) 2011 Mansard roof A roof that has two slopes on all the four sides; the lower pitches being steeper than the upper pitches. Microgeneration Small-scale production of heat and/or electricity from a low carbon source. Natural light (or daylight) Combined skylight and sunlight Plot An area of land with defined boundaries and a specified use, for example a plot of land containing a dwelling. Regional Development Strategy (RDS) 2035 Region-wide strategy that aims to take account of the economic ambitions and needs of the Region, and put in place spatial planning, transport and housing priorities that will support and enable the aspirations of the Region to be met.