Antrim and Newtownabbey·LDP 2030 Plan Strategy (adopted 2025)·Page 69·SP 1.15

Securing infrastructure and contributions (SP 1.15)

The Council will secure required infrastructure works and contributions through planning conditions where possible, or through Section 76 Planning Agreements if necessary. Contributions may be required for transport, public transport, open space, public realm, facilities, heritage, drainage, waste management, and affordable housing.

Where the necessary infrastructure, works and/or contributions can be secured satisfactorily by means of planning conditions attached to planning permissions, this will be done. If this cannot be achieved, the Council will seek to secure the required works and/or contributions by means of a Section 76 Planning Agreement (or other legal agreement as necessary) before planning permission is granted. Contributions may be required towards the following matters: Transport infrastructure, including cycling and walking routes; Public transport; Open space and recreational facilities; Public realm and cultural facilities, including public art; Local neighbourhood and community facilities; The historic environment and natural heritage assets; Flood risk and sustainable drainage; Waste management; and Affordable housing.

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