Democratic Services Section Chief Executive’s Department Belfast City Council City Hall Belfast BT1 5GS

4th May, 2018

MEETING OF PLANNING COMMITTEE

Dear Alderman/Councillor,

The above-named Committee will meet in the Banqueting Hall - City Hall on Tuesday, 15th May, 2018 at 5.00 pm, for the transaction of the business noted below.

You are requested to attend.

Yours faithfully,

SUZANNE WYLIE

Chief Executive

AGENDA:

1. Routine Matters

(a) Apologies

(b) Minutes (Pages 1 - 10)

(c) Declarations of Interest

2. Committee Site Visit (Pages 11 - 12)

3. Draft Council Response to DAERA on Draft Marine Plan for NI (Pages 13 - 22)

4. Abandonment and Extinguishment of Public Rights of Way (Pages 23 - 28)

5. Planning Appeals Notified (Pages 29 - 32)

6. Planning Decisions Issued (Pages 33 - 60)

7. Miscellaneous Items

(a) Listed Buildings (Pages 61 - 68) - 2 - 8. Planning Applications

(a) Reconsidered Item - LA04/2016/2359/F - Demolition of existing buildings for 7 storey office building with retail unit on ground floor at 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington Street (Pages 69 - 84)

(b) LA04/2017/2629/RM - 2 Storey Community Building to provide indoor play area, training and education facilities including outdoor play area at 75 Alliance Avenue (Pages 85 - 94) Planning Committee

Tuesday, 17th April, 2018

MEETING OF PLANNING COMMITTEE

Members present: Councillor McDonough-Brown (Deputy Chairperson); Alderman McGimpsey; Councillors Armitage, Carson, Dorrian, Garrett, Hussey, Hutchinson, Johnston, Magee, McAteer and Mullan.

In attendance: Mr. K. Sutherland, Development Planning and Policy Manager; Ms. N. Largey, Divisional Solicitor; Mr. E. Baker, Development Engagement Manager; and Ms. E. McGoldrick, Democratic Services Officer.

Apologies

Apologies were reported on behalf of Councillor Lyons.

Minutes

The minutes of the meeting of 13th and 15th March were taken as read and signed as correct. It was reported that those minutes had been adopted by the Council at its meeting on 9th April, subject to the omission of those matters in respect of which the Council had delegated its powers to the Committee.

Declarations of Interest

Regarding item 6.g. LA04/2018/0593/F - Temporary single storey open timber structure at CS Lewis Square, Councillors Armitage, Dorrian and Johnston declared an interest, in so far as they sat on the board of the Eastside Partnership, however they had not formed any opinion on the matter prior to the meeting.

In respect of item 6.l. LA04/2017/0875/F - New 2 , 3 and 4 storey building proposed use class B2 and B4 (light industrial and storage and distribution) on the ground floor and use class B1 (b) and (c) (call centre and research and development) on the upper floors with demolition of existing two storey building (current use class B1 (c) and the existing 3.1 metre high metal railings and fence at Duncairn Gardens, Councillor McDonough-Brown declared an interest, in that a family member was a tenant of the North City Business Centre, however, he had not formed any opinion on the matter prior to the meeting.

Committee Site Visits

Pursuant to its decision of 13th March, it was noted that the Committee had undertaken a site visit on 28th March in respect of the following planning applications:

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 LA04/2016/0564/F - Additional waste types, and the installation of a metal shredder and associated conveyor belt systems at Avenue Recycling, 1 Advantage Way, Ballygomartin Road; and  LA04/2016/0563/F - Variation of conditions 3 and 7 of planning permission Z/2005/2312/F to allow for external unloading, transfer and storage of waste and increase to opening hours, additional 2 hours per day.

Vesting Order

The Committee noted the receipt of correspondence from the Department for Communities in relation to the Notice of Intention to make a Vesting Order of land between North Street and Samuel Street.

Planning Appeals Notified

The Committee noted the receipt of correspondence in respect of a number of planning appeals which had been submitted to the Planning Appeals Commission, together with the outcomes of a range of hearings which had been considered by the Commission. Planning Decisions Notified

The Committee noted a list of decisions which had been taken under the delegated authority of the Director of Planning and Place, together with all other planning decisions which had been issued by the Planning Department between 6th March and 9th April, 2018.

Withdrawn Items

The Committee noted that item LA042018/0522/F - Remove condition 7 - LA04/2015/1102/F (Occupancy Condition) on 42 Strathmore Park had been withdrawn from the agenda.

Planning Applications

THE COMMITTEE DEALT WITH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN PURSUANCE OF THE POWERS DELEGATED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL UNDER STANDING ORDER 37(e)

LA04/2017/2525/F - 2 storey rear extension with side elevation changes at 10 Rosetta Drive

The Committee was apprised of the principal aspects of the application.

It was noted that the application, in accordance with the Scheme of Delegation, had been presented to the Committee since the applicant was related to a member of Council.

The case officer informed the Committee that, after the agenda had been published, the following points of objection had been received from residents:

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 A signed petition;  Objection to the approval of the planning application on the basis that it was a business venture for rental accommodation and the impact it would have on the surrounding area and residents;  The dwelling would be used as a House of Multiple Occupancy (HMO); and  Loss of light to the rear of objector’s property.

The case officer outlined the response of the Planning Department to the aforementioned issues raised, as set out in the Late Items Report Pack.

The Committee received a representation from Mr. M. Marshall in objection to the application, on behalf of residents. He suggested that the applicant, Mr. S. Boyle, was not currently living in the property and might never live at the property in the future. He suggested that the development of the property was intended for profit and was a business venture of Councillor Boyle.

He suggested that the property had been advertised ‘To Let’ for the last two months by Boyle Properties. He suggested that the design was unprecedented in the area and was typical of a property intended for a House of Multiple Occupancy and not for family use.

He highlighted that there had been a number of objections submitted to the Planning Department together with a signed petition from surrounding residents who had not been consulted by the applicant. He suggested further that the development would have a detrimental impact on the residents of the area and that the Committee should refuse the application to preserve the community and neighbourhood.

The Committee received representation from Councillor Craig who outlined his support for the case officer’s recommendation for approval. In relation to the objectors’ comments regarding the use of the property, he suggested that they were just assertions and the Committee should judge the application as set out in the report. He highlighted that if the house was to be used as a HMO in the future, the applicant would be required to apply for HMO status. He suggested that the property had been in the applicant’s family for many years and had been purchased by the applicant who intended to live in it. He suggested there had been a number of similar applications that had been approved in the area.

During discussion, the case officer clarified that:

 the petition which had been received from the residents had 58 signatures;  the site was not within a HMO node; and  there were no record of HMO’s on the street at present.

She advised that there were a number of two storey extensions in the area and the addition of a condition in relation to usage or ownership would not be appropriate in

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this case. She highlighted that any change of use to the property would be subject to application and enforcement, if required.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out within the case officer’s report.

LA04/2018/0122/F - Demolition of existing teaching block; development of new science building containing 10 classrooms, "social amphitheatre", 6th form study space, WC’s, plant room, roof terrace and greenhouse; landscaping; and reconfiguration of existing car park and drop-off areas to be accessed from existing site access and internal road, Campbell College , Belmont Road

The Committee considered the aforementioned application at a site located within the Campbell College and Ormiston Site of Local Nature Conservation Importance/ Local Landscape Policy Area as designated in the Draft Belfast Metropolitan Area Plan.

The case officer highlighted that, during consultation, the Northern Ireland Environment Agency’s Natural Environment Division (NED) had requested some points of clarification that the Planning Department had responded to, however, a final response from the NED remained outstanding.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the case officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

LA04/2016/2359/F - Demolition of existing buildings for 7 storey office building with retail unit on ground floor at 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington Street

The Case officer outlined the application for the demolition of existing buildings (LA04/2016/2341/DCA) and the erection of a 7-storey office building with a retail unit on the ground floor.

During discussion, Members raised concerns in relation to the merits of the proposal when considered against the contribution of the existing building to the character of the Conservation Area and the wider streetscape together with the potential impact on Wellington Street.

The case officer confirmed that internal site visits had confirmed that no architectural features remained and the upper floors were not currently occupied. He confirmed that the conservation officer considered that the building should be retained, although it was not listed.

The Committee, given the issues which had been raised regarding the contribution of the building to the character of the area, agreed to defer consideration of the application to enable a site visit to be undertaken to allow the Committee to acquaint itself with the location and the proposal at first hand.

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Reconsidered Item LA04/2017/1505/F – 15 residential apartments at 1-3 Eia Street

(Councillor Hutchinson took no part in the discussion or decision-making of the application since he had not been in attendance at the meeting on 13th February or 13th March when it had originally been considered.)

The Committee was reminded that, at its meeting on 13th February, it had agreed to defer consideration of the application to enable a site visit to be undertaken, and at its meeting on 13th March, it had agreed to further defer consideration of the application to enable it to be reconsidered by officers and potential reasons for refusal to be outlined for consideration in an amended report at the next meeting.

The case officer advised that on review of the issues raised, two possible reasons for refusal had been outlined in the report as follows:

1. The proposal was contrary to Policy QD1 of PPS 7 and Policy LC1 of PPS 7 Addendum in that it represented overdevelopment of the site and the proposed resulting density was significantly higher than that found in the established residential area in that the proposal was inappropriate and harmful to the character of the site and did not respect the surrounding context; and

2. The proposal was contrary to Policy QD1 of Planning Policy Statement 7 in that adequate provision had not been made for appropriate private open space as an integral part of the development.

However, the recommendation remained that the application should be approved.

The Committee refused the application for the reasons as set out in the case officer’s report.

Reconsidered Item LA04/2016/0563/F - Variation of conditions 3 and 7 of planning permission Z/2005/2312/F to allow for external unloading, transfer and storage of waste and increase to opening hours (additional 2 hours per day) at1 Ballygomartin Industrial Estate, Ballygomartin Road; and

Reconsidered Item LA04/2016/0564/F - Additional waste types and construction of noise barriers walls at 1 Ballygomartin Industrial Estate, Ballygomartin Road

(Councillor Hutchinson took no part in the discussion or decision-making of the applications since he had not been in attendance at the meeting on 13th March when it had originally been considered.)

(Councillor Garrett had left the room whilst the items were under consideration.)

The Committee agreed to consider the aforementioned applications together.

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The Committee was reminded that, at its meeting on 13th March, it had agreed to defer consideration of the applications to enable a site visit to be undertaken to allow the Committee to acquaint itself with the location and the proposals at first hand.

LA04/2016/0563/F

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the case officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

LA04/2016/0564/F

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the case officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

(Councillors Garrett and Hutchinson returned to the Committee table at this point.)

LA04/2018/0593/F - Temporary single storey open timber structure at CS Lewis Square

It was noted that the application, in accordance with the Scheme of Delegation, had been presented to the Committee since the Council was the landowner of the development site.

The case officer advised that, since the agenda had been published, a consultation response had been received from Environmental Health with no objection to the application.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the case officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

LA04/2018/0098/F - Change of use from retail to amusement arcade and alterations to shop front [relocation of Oasis centre from 19 North Street] 73-75 North Street

The Development Engagement Manager provided an overview of the application.

During discussion, the Development Engagement Manager advised that the proposed Oasis amusement arcade was relocating to the site from 19 North Street, however, since planning permission was attached to the land, a formal mechanism would be needed to ensure that the existing and proposed premises did not operate concurrently as amusement arcades and the applicant had been asked to put forward a mechanism for this.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

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LA04/2018/0095/F - Demolition of partition wall to amalgamate part of 9 Wellington Place into 7 Wellington Place to extend existing amusement/gaming centre use and conversion from retail use, subdivision of 9 Wellington Place to form a retail unit at 9 Wellington Place

The Development Engagement Manager outlined the application for the internal extension of a gaming centre into the adjoining building and associated internal reconfiguration.

The Development Engagement Manager advised that Listed Building Consent was also sought under associated application LA04/2018/0131/LBC.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out within the officer’s report.

LA04/2015/1492/F - Residential development comprising of 5 townhouses and 13 apartments with associated car parking and landscaping on land adjacent to McKinney House, Musgrave Park

The Committee was apprised of the principal aspects of the application and the context for where the proposed development would take place.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out within the case officer’s report.

LA04/2017/0875/F - New 2 , 3 and 4 storey building proposed use class B2 and B4 (light industrial and storage and distribution) on the ground floor and use class B1 (b) and (c) (call centre and research and development) on the upper floors with demolition of existing two storey building (current use class B1 (c) and the existing 3.1 metre high metal railings and fence at Duncairn Gardens

The case officer provided an overview of the application for the demolition of an existing office building and the construction of a replacement office building of a greater height and floor space.

The Committee granted approval to the application, subject to the imposing of the conditions set out in the case officer’s report and delegated power to the Director of Planning and Place for the final wording of the conditions.

Miscellaneous Items

Restricted Item

The Information contained in the following report is restricted in accordance with Part 1 of Schedule 6 of the Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 2014

Local Development Plan Draft Strategy

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Before the item was presented, the Committee agreed to defer consideration of the report so that Members could review the LDP Draft Strategy further and requested that a special meeting be scheduled in May to discuss the matter.

Green and Blue Infrastructure Plan

Before the item was presented, the Committee agreed to defer consideration of the report so that Members could review the Green and Blue Infrastructure Plan further and requested that this item also be placed on the agenda of the aforementioned special meeting.

Belfast Housing Land Availability Summary Reports

The Committee considered the undernoted report:

“1.0 Purpose of Report or Summary of main Issues

To provide an overview of the Council’s Housing Land Availability Summary Reports for the 2015/16 and 2016/17 monitoring periods.

These reports present the outcomes of annual housing land monitoring and help inform the preparation of the new Local Development Plan (LDP) for the District. They provide a snapshot of the amount of land available for new residential development as of 1st April each year.

2.0 Recommendations

Note the outcomes of the annual Housing Monitor reports for 2015/16 and 2016/17 contained at Appendix 1 and 2 (copy available here) respectively and the intention to publish these summaries on the Council’s website.

3.0 Main report

Background

Monitoring of housing delivery has been on-going across the Region since the late 1990s, under the responsibilities of the former Department for Environment’s (DOE) Planning Service. Summary Reports for the Region, including a breakdown within the old Belfast local government district, are available from the NI Planning Portal1 to cover the period from 2004 to 2013. However, no data was published following 1 August 2013.

1 www.planningni.gov.uk/index/policy/dev_plans/policy_housing_availability.htm

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The Planning Act (NI) 2011 requires that the Council to make an annual report to the Department for Infrastructure outlining the extent to which the objectives set out in the LDP are being achieved. As the Council are currently preparing the first new LDP for Belfast under this new legislation, the production of Annual Monitoring Reports has not yet commenced. Instead, annual Housing Land Availability Monitor (referred to as the ‘Housing Monitor’) reports are being prepared by the Council until the new LDP is adopted.

Housing Land Availability Reports

The primary purpose of the Housing Monitor is to inform the formulation of the Council’s new LDP. However, it will also help the Council identify where a shortfall in potential land supply might exist and can inform house-builders on the availability of land that may be suitable for housing.

The two Housing Land Availability Summary Reports contained at Appendix 1 and 2 present the headline figures from a register of potential housing land maintained by the Council, based on current planning policy designations and planning permissions. This includes the net gains in housing units each year, as well as providing a snapshot of the amount of land available for new homes and capacity for future housing units as at 1st April each year. This information is summarised within each report in relation to:

 Each settlement within the District, including settlement areas in the case of Belfast City;  Whether land falls within the existing urban footprint2 or is classified as greenfield land; and  The type of land use zoning (i.e. land zoned for housing, land zoned for mixed use development, non- zoned land, etc.).

During the 2016/17 monitoring year 714 units were completed on 17.4 ha of land across the District. 425.8 ha of land remains, with potential capacity for 23,170 residential units. The total number of dwellings completed in the district has risen by 28.6% from 555 in 2015/16 to 714 in the current monitor year. The proportion of dwellings completed within the Urban Footprint is recorded at over 93% during both monitoring periods and, as at 1 April 2017, almost 40% of the remaining potential available for future dwellings is on land zoned for housing or mixed use development.

2 The continuous built-up area of the settlement.

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It is emphasised that the monitor represents a register of housing land based on current policy designations and planning permissions, rather than an accurate picture of viable housing land. It is the role of an Urban Capacity Study, which forms part of the evidence base for the new LDP, to assess the suitability, availability and achievability of monitored sites, alongside the identification of new sites that could be later zoned for residential use as part of the LDP process. Potential sources of additional capacity over and above housing monitor sites could include, for example, increasing density of development on existing sites, utilising vacant floor space above commercial premises, the re-zoning of employment land or consideration of urban extensions.

The 2015/16 Report at Appendix 1 also contains a summary of the historic DOE housing monitor from 2004 to 2013, remodelled to the new Belfast District boundary. Although this data matches the new boundary, differences in methodology and the annual monitoring periods mean this information cannot be directly compared to the Council monitoring data produced since the transfer of planning on 1 April 2015.

Members are asked to note the outcomes of the two annual Housing Monitor reports and the intention to publish these summaries on the Council’s website. Future housing monitor reports will then be published on an annual basis as soon as practical following the completion of each monitoring period (31 March each year).

Financial & Resource Implications

There are no financial or other resource implication arising from this report.

Equality or Good Relations Implications

The Housing Monitor reports present factual information and make no recommendations relating to the future allocation of land for housing. There are therefore no equality or good relations implications arising from this report.”

The Committee adopted the recommendations.

Chairperson

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Wednesday, 2nd May, 2018

PLANNING COMMITTEE SITE VISIT – NOTE OF MEETING

Members Present: Councillor Lyons (Chairperson); Councillors Johnston, McAteer and Mullan.

Officers in Attendance: Ms. U. Caddell and Ms. E. McGoldrick.

Site Visit

Further to its decision of 17th April, the Committee convened at 12:30 pm at the application site for the purpose of undertaking site visit in respect of planning application LA04/2016/2359/F - Demolition of existing buildings for 7 storey office building with retail unit on ground floor at 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington Street.

The Chairperson reminded the Members, given the issues which had been raised regarding the contribution of the building to the character of the area, that the Committee had agreed to defer consideration of the application to enable a site visit to be undertaken.

To gain access to the properties, the Letting Agent directed Members around the site during the visit, however, did not enter into discussion with the Members present in relation to the planning application.

The Committee noted that the application would be reconsidered in due course.

The site visit concluded at 1.00 pm. Noted.

Chairperson

PLANNING COMMITTEE

Subject: Draft Marine Plan for Northern Ireland - Public Consultation

Date: 15th May 2018

Reporting Officer: Keith Sutherland, Development Plans and Policy Manager

Contact Officer: Mark Whittaker, Senior Planning Officer

Restricted Reports

Is this report restricted? Yes No X

If Yes, when will the report become unrestricted?

After Committee Decision After Council Decision Some time in the future Never

Call-in

Is the decision eligible for Call-in? Yes X No

1.0 Purpose of Report or Summary of Main Issues 1.1 To present for consideration and comment the draft Marine Plan for Northern Ireland published for consultation on the 18th April 2018 by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)). The consultation period closes on 15 June 2018. A copy of the Draft Summary Plan is attached at Appendix 2 of this report.

1.2 The draft Marine Plan seeks to support the sustainable use and management of the marine resource. This includes safeguarding its importance for nature and seascape, whilst balancing its economic use, including for fishing, transportation, leisure and energy. The draft Plan is intended to enable public authorities, including the Council, to make decisions that may affect the marine area in a balanced and sustainable manner, integrating economic, environmental and social considerations. This includes any authorisation or enforcement decisions that affects (or might affect) the marine area, being the area generally below the high water mark. The purpose of the this report is to consider implications that the Marine Plan may have, in particular for planning decisions and Council projects in and around the harbour or 1.3 otherwise potentially affecting the marine area. 2.0 Recommendation 2.1 It is recommended that the Committee notes the consultation on the draft Marine Plan. It is further recommended that the Committee considers the draft written response to the Plan (see Appendix 1) and, if appropriate, approve it for submission to DAERA.

3.0 Main Report 3.1 DAERA is consulting on the draft Marine Plan for Northern Ireland, which has been developed within the framework of the UK Marine Policy Statement. The Marine Plan (when adopted) will be used by all public authorities in taking decisions which affect or might affect the marine area, including authorisation or enforcement decisions.

3.2 The draft Marine Plan is made up of a number of high level policies aimed at facilitating the sustainable development of the marine area. It consolidates existing legislation, policy measures and practices in the Northern Ireland marine area. The purpose of the Plan is to inform and guide the regulation, management, use and protection of the NI marine area, including both inshore and offshore regions. This generally applies to all areas below the mean high water spring tide, which includes parts of Belfast Harbour and the lower River Lagan.

3.3 The draft Marine Plan sets its Vision as: “A healthy marine area which is managed sustainably for the economic, environmental and social prosperity of present and future generations.” There are 8 crosscutting objectives, as follows:

1. To promote the sustainable development of productive activities, which support employment at all skill levels, while fully considering the requirements of other marine interests. 2. To help realise the potential of energy resources and energy storage within the marine area, while fully considering the requirements of other marine interests. 3. To promote the development of vibrant, accessible and sustainable coastal communities. 4. To promote the marine resource, its recreational value and the wider economic, environmental and social benefits to all. 5. To promote the preservation and enjoyment of marine related heritage assets. 6. To promote a healthy, resilient and adaptable marine ecosystem and an ecologically coherent network of Marine Protected Areas. 7. To contribute towards climate change mitigation and adaptation measures. 8. To continue to develop a sound marine evidence base in a co-ordinated manner, to increase understanding and to support the development, monitoring and review of marine plans.

3.4 There is a presumption in favour of sustainable development in the draft Marine Plan. It contains a number of core policies, which cover the general issues to be considered, and key activity policies, which apply to particular marine activities. The core policies include Air Quality; Climate Change; Coastal Processes; Land and Sea Interaction; Marine Litter; Noise; Natural Heritage and Water Quality. Core policies apply to all proposals and public authorities must consider them when taking decisions. The key activities policies include Aquaculture; Commercial Fishing; Dredging; Energy; Ports, harbours and shipping; and tourism and Recreation. Key activity policies must be considered by public authorities where there is direct or indirect relevance.

3.5 The Marine Plan seeks to provide a pro-active approach to the management of the NI marine area, its resources and the activities and interactions that take place within it. It will sit alongside and interact with the terrestrial planning regime and, taking account of its strategic level, has been drafted to ensure compatibility with Development Plans and the Regional Development Strategy. This is also acknowledged in the SPPS, which states that all public authorities taking authorisation or enforcement decisions that affect (or might affect) the UK marine area must do so in accordance with the UK Marine Policy Statement or any adopted Marine Plan. It further states that, whilst the terrestrial planning system and the marine planning and licensing system are legally and functionally separate (with some physical overlap in the inter-tidal area), LDPs and marine plans should be complementary and particular consideration should be given to any terrestrial area development necessary to support development in the marine area.

3.6 The draft Plan’s general presumption in favour of sustainable development of the NI marine resource, adopting a balanced approach between the interests of the economy, people and the environment. This approach is consistent with current national and local planning policy and remains consistent with the Council’s aims and objectives, including those in the Belfast Agenda and the emerging LDP. Therefore, there are not considered to be any significant negative implications arising from the forthcoming Marine Plan for Belfast and, indeed, its overall aim to secure the long-term sustainable management and development of the marine resource, including socio-economic and environmental benefits, are supported. It is also considered appropriate to ensure that any decision-making takes account of potential impacts on the marine resource, including decisions about terrestrial plans and projects.

3.7 DAERA is facilitating consultation through an on-line survey of set questions on each section of the draft Plan. Many of these questions are not directly relevant to Belfast City Council. Therefore, it is recommended that the Council responds to DAERA in writing generally in accordance with the draft response at Appendix 2, which also includes responses to relevant questions from the on-line questionnaire.

Finance and Resource Implications There are no resource implications associated with this report.

Asset and Other Implications None noted.

Equality or Good Relations Implications There are no relevant equality or good relations implications attached to this report. DAERA carried out an EqIA screening exercise on the draft Plan and concluded no negative impact on any of the Section 75 groups, disability duties or human rights.

4.0 Appendices Appendix 1 – Draft Marine Plan Summary (Easy Read) Document Note: The full draft Plan and associated documents can be found on the DAERA website at: https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/consultations/consultation-proposed-marine-plan Appendix 2 – Proposed Consultation Response to the Draft Marine Plan for NI

Appendix 1: Draft Council Response to DAERA on Draft Marine Plan for NI Planning & Place

Your reference P/FP/LDP/52

Our reference 245189

Date

Mr Colin Armstrong Marine Plan Team Marine and Fisheries Division Klondyke Building Cromac Avenue Malone Lower Belfast BT7 2JA

Dear Mr Armstrong,

Consultation on the proposed Marine Plan for Northern Ireland

I refer to your letter dated 18th April 2018 in relation to the public consultation on the draft Marine Plan for NI and thank you for affording the City Council the opportunity to comment on the documents. I can confirm that the City Council has considered the consultation documents and wishes to make the following comments at this time.

The draft Marine Plan generally represents a positive and proactive approach to the sustainable development and management of the marine resource. This is of significance to Belfast as a long- established port city and the regional capital and economic driver. This balanced approach is welcomed and is consistent with the City Council’s approach to our own sustainable growth.

The council considers it appropriate that any decision-making takes account of potential impacts on the marine resource, including decisions about terrestrial plans and projects given this resource’s importance to the city as it includes part of Belfast Harbour and the lower River Lagan.

The draft Plan’s general presumption in favour of sustainable development of the NI marine resource, adopting a balanced approach between the interests of the economy, people and the environment is consistent with current national and local planning policy and remains consistent with the Council’s aims and objectives, including those in the Belfast Agenda and the emerging LDP.

There are not considered to be any significant negative implications for the City Council arising from the Draft Marine Plan for Belfast and, indeed, its overall aim to secure the long-term sustainable management and development of the marine resource, including socio-economic and environmental benefits, are supported.

In addition to the above comments, please also find attached a response to the online survey questionnaire that you used to facilitate public consultation. Whilst some of the specific questions are of limited relevance to Belfast City Council and the Council’s operational area, responses have been given to as many of the questions as possible.

I trust that the above comments and the attached questionnaire responses are helpful and will be taken into account when finalising the Marine Plan documents. Should you require any further clarification, please contact Mark Whittaker, Development Planning & Policy Team, Planning & Place, Tel: 02890 320202 ext. 2321.

Yours sincerely

Director of Planning and Place Draft Marine Plan for NI – Online Consultation Questionnaire Belfast City Council Responses to Consultation Questions

Are you content with the Marine Plan vision and objectives? Yes BCC agrees with the draft Marine Plan and its vision and 8 objectives. The general approach is in line with the Belfast Agenda, current planning policy and our emerging LDP policy approach. Similarly, the draft Plan gives due recognition and balance to the three pillars of sustainability.

Does the section on ‘Using this Marine Plan’ explain how the Marine Plan should be used in decision making? Yes The section explains how the Plan should be used by all relevant authorities and stakeholders.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Stakeholder Engagement? Yes BCC agrees that proposers should undertake appropriate and proportionate prior consultation on proposals – this is similar to normal procedures for major planning applications.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Air Quality? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental protection policy and our emerging LDP policy approach, including our Air Quality Management Plan.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Climate Change Mitigation? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Climate Change Adaptation? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Coastal Processes? Yes This is generally in line with current planning policies and our emerging LDP policy approach. BCC has full regard to flood risk and hazard maps and the advice of DfI Rivers.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Resilience to Coastal Processes? As above

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Co-Existence? Yes It is fully accepted that one activity or development should not prejudice another legal and appropriate use and this is a long-standing planning principle. Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Cumulative Impacts? Yes The council gives consideration to cumulative impacts through the Development Management or EIA process and the SEA process.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Designated Heritage Assets? Yes This is in line with current planning policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Undesignated Heritage Assets? Yes This is in line with current planning policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Invasive Alien Species? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach. Also in line with the Invasive Alien Species Strategy and EU Maritime Spatial Planning Directive.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Land and Sea Interaction? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Marine Litter? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Marine Noise? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach, including environmental protection policies.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on International and National Designated Sites and Protected Species? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach, including natural heritage and biodiversity policy.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Other Habitats, Species or Features of Importance? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach, including natural heritage and biodiversity policy.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Seascape? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies and our emerging LDP policy approach, including landscape protection policy.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Use of Evidence? Yes The use of the best evidence available at the time is an essential basis for good decision- making.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Water Quality? Yes This is in line with current planning/environmental policies, the River Basin Management Plans and our emerging LDP policy approach, including water quality and environmental protection policy. Do you have any general comments on the Core Policies? No

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Aquaculture? Yes BCC generally supports the presumption in favour of development, provided there is no significant adverse impact on the marine environment and other appropriate marine uses.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Carbon Capture and Storage? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Commercial Fishing? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Defence and National Security? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Dredging? Yes BCC generally supports the presumption in favour of dredging, subject to consideration of potential adverse impact on the marine environment, as this is crucial to maintaining vital port operations.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Energy? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Marine Aggregates? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Navigational Safety? Yes It is important to safeguard navigational safety as this is crucial to maintaining vital port operations.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Shipping? Yes BCC generally supports the presumption in favour of shipping and port operations as this is crucial to maintaining the vital role that the port plays for Belfast’s economy, people, culture and reputation.

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Ports and Harbours? As above

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Telecommunications Cabling? No comments

Do you agree with the approach that is taken on Tourism and Recreation? Yes BCC generally supports the presumption in favour of tourism and leisure developments as this is important for Belfast’s economy, people and international reputation.

Do you have any general comments on the Key Activity Policies? No comments

Is the section on 'Monitoring and Review' easily understood? No comments

Have you any suggestions on how the Marine Plan should be monitored? Yes It is agreed that monitoring of the Plan should, as far as possible, draw on existing monitoring programmes and data.

Do you have any comments on the Marine Plan Assessments? No comments Department for Eastern Division Infrastructure An Roinn Bonneagair

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Your Ref: Our Ref: MD2/Y/03/1063

Date: / Co April 2018 Dear Sir/Madam

ROADS (Nl) ORDER 1993 PROPOSED ABANDONMENT AT FINVOY STREET, BELFAST

An application has been received from Belfast City Council proposing to abandon the land as shown hatched/highlighted on the attached map.

The abandonment is necessary to facilitate re-development in the area. I have attached a plan which shows the proposed layout.

Please let me have your comments on the above proposal as soon as possible.

If I do not receive your reply I shall assume you have no objection and will proceed accordingly.

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INVESTORS \ / IN PEOPLE

REGIONAL SERVICES Norwich Union House 7 Fountain Street Housing Land and Regeneration Belfast Executive BT1 5EA T 03448 920 900 W nihe.gov.uk 5^ ©nihecommunity

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Our Ref: EXTINGUISHMENT OF PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY AT GAINSBOROUGH MOUNTCOLLYER ORDER NO. 6, 2018

9th April 2018

Dear Sir/Madam,

RE: Extinguishment of Public Rights of Way at Gainsborough Mountcollyer Order No.6 2018

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive made an Order on 28th March 2018 that certain Public Rights-of- Way within the undernoted area be extinguished. Approval for the extinguishment is at present being sought from the Department for Communities, Causeway Exchange, 1-7 Bedford Street, Belfast BT2 7EG.

The Extinguishment of Public Rights of Way at Gainsborough Mountcollyer Order No.6 2018 has been requested by Land & Regeneration Services. The Extinguishment is required to facilitate the sale of land on the open market.

The Press Notices regarding the Making of the Order are enclosed together with a map showing the area affected.

If you wish to make any comments, could you please let me have them by the 14th May 2018.

I will write to you again to let you know the results of this submission.

Yours faithfully.

RECEIVED Danielle McLaughlin 1 6 . .PR 2018 Land & Regeneration Services, Belfast Area 02895982727 NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE

THE HOUSING (NORTHERN IRELAND) ORDER 1981

NOTICE Is hereby given that the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, having its principal office at 2 Adelaide Street in the City of Belfast, in pursuance of its powers under Article 88D of the Housing (Northern Ireland) Order 1981, on 28th March 2018 made an Order, which will be submitted to the Department for Communities for approval, ordering that the Public Rights-of-Way described in the Schedule hereunder be extinguished.

Copies of the said Order and of the map (dated 28th March 2018) referred to therein may be inspected at The Housing Centre, 2 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8PB.

The Housing (Northern Ireland) Order 1981 provides that an Order shall not have effect until approved by the said Department and that an Order to which any objection is made and not withdrawn shall not be approved until a local public inquiry is held into the rViatter.

Objections to the Order must be made in writing stating the grounds for objection and addressed to The Secretary, Department for Communities, Housing Investment Branch, Causeway Exchange, 1-7 Bedford Street, Belfast BT2 7EG on or before 14th May 2018.

SCHEDULE

Extinguishment of Public Right-of-Way Order Mountcollyer/Gainsborough No. 6, 2018

The length of alleyway that extends between Esther Street and North Queen Street and is bounded by Gainsborough Drive and Alexandra Park Avenue.

The portion of footpath fronting Esther Street and extending from the above said alleyway to Alexandra Park Avenue

The length of alleyway that extends between Esther Street and North Queen Street and bounded to the front by Alexandra Park Avenue, along with the alleyway to the rear of the former 248/254 North Queen Street and along with the alleyway that extended from the rear of the former 53 Alexandra Park Avenue.

The portion of footpath that extends from the former 115 Alexandra Park Avenue to the boundary of the former 8 Brantwood Street.

The alleyway that runs to the rear of the former 2-8 Brantwood Stfeeitv—= BCC CHIEF EXECUTIVE S DEPARTMENT Dated this day 9th April 2018. R-ceived 1 a .;pa /0;3

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PLANNING COMMITTEE – 15 MAY 2018

APPEALS NOTIFIED

COUNCIL: BELFAST

ITEM NO 1 PAC REF: 2018/A0014

PLANNING REF: LA04/2016/1398/A

APPLICANT: Gunna Limited

LOCATION: Lands adjacent 22 Bloomfield Avenue, Belfast, BT5 5AD

PROPOSAL: Two advertising signs at site frontage (amended)

PROCEDURE:

ITEM NO 2 PAC REF: 2018/A0013

PLANNING REF: LA04/2016/1397/F

APPLICANT: Gunna Limited

LOCATION: Lands adjacent to 22 Bloomfield Avenue, Belfast, BT5 5AD

PROPOSAL: Use of forecourt for hand-wash car wash (retrospective application)

PROCEDURE:

APPEAL DECISIONS NOTIFIED

ITEM NO 1 PAC REF: 2017/A0184

PLANNING REF: LA04/2017/0483/A

RESULT OF APPEAL: Allowed

APPLICANT: Mr Martin Heatley, Exterion Media

LOCATION: Junction of Sydenham Road and Airport Road, Belfast

PROPOSAL: 1 No 48 sheet lightbox internally illuminated advertising hoarding. Temporary permission for 2 No years

1. ITEM NO 2 PAC REF: 2017/A0157

PLANNING REF: LA04/2016/0487/F

RESULT OF APPEAL: Allowed

APPLICANT: Arabica Investments

LOCATION: No 1 St Agnes Drive, Andersonstown Road, Belfast, BT11 8GZ

PROPOSAL: Change of use from dwelling to coffee shop at ground floor and first floor store. Single storey side and rear extension

ITEM NO 3 PAC REF: 2017/A0125

PLANNING REF: LA04/2017/0642/A

RESULT OF APPEAL: Allowed

APPLICANT: Madden and Finucane Solicitors

LOCATION: 88 Castle Street, Belfast, BT1 1HE

PROPOSAL: Signage

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Decisions issued between 10 April and 4 May 2018 Reference Number Location Proposal Decision Date Decision Issued

LA04/2015/0189/F Former QUB Observatory site Off Dub Lane Queens Erection of 5 No. detached dwellings with associated Permission 03/05/2018 University Playing Fields Upper Malone Road Belfast landscaping, car parking and operational development inc. Granted access off Dub Lane with turning head

LA04/2015/0463/F Land adjacent to 2 Gray's Lane Belfast BT15 4HT and 792 Construction of 5 No new terraced general needs dwellings Permission 03/05/2018 Shore Road Newtownabbey BT36 7DG Granted

LA04/2015/0670/F Lands at Castlehill Manor Castlehill Road Belfast Residential development of 53No. units comprising 33 No. Permission 19/04/2018 detached, 4 No. semi detached, and 16 No. apartments with Granted associated car parking and landscaping.

LA04/2015/1492/F Land adjacent to McKinney House Musgrave Park Malone Proposed residential development comprising of 5 Permission 19/04/2018 Lower Belfast BT9 7HZ No.Townhouses & 13 apartments with associated car Granted parking and landscaping.

LA04/2016/0563/F 1 Ballygomartin Industrial Estate Ballygomartin Road Belfast Variation of conditions 3 and 7 of planning permission Permission 03/05/2018 BT13 3LZ Z/2005/2312/F to allow for external unloading, transfer and Granted storage of waste and increase to opening hours (additional 2 hours per day) ( ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) LA04/2016/0564/F Avenue Recycling One Advantage Way Ballygomartin Road Additional waste types and construction of noise barriers Permission 03/05/2018 Belfast BT13 3LZ walls (AMENDED DESCRIPTION, ADDITIONAL Granted INFORMATION

LA04/2016/1360/F Lands opposite junction of Stewartstown Road and Suffolk Proposed filling station, shop, 2no. retail units, forecourt Permission 24/04/2018 Road Belfast BT11 9NB canopy and associated petroleum installation. Granted

LA04/2016/1397/F Lands adjacent to 22 Bloomfield Avenue Belfast BT5 5AD Use of forecourt for hand-wash car wash (retrospective Permission 26/04/2018 application) Refused

LA04/2016/1398/A Lands adjacent 22 Bloomfield Avenue Belfast BT5 5AD Two advertising signs at site frontage (Amended) Consent 26/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2016/1550/F Site approximately 30m West of 15 and 17 Antrim Road Two semi-detached dwellings Permission 03/05/2018 Newtownabbey BT36 7PR Granted

LA04/2016/1703/F 19 Hopefield Avenue Antrim Road Belfast BT15 5AP Proposed development to rear of 19 Hopefield Avenue to Permission 03/05/2018 provide 3No. 2 bedroom apartments (Additional Info) Granted

LA04/2016/1858/F 38 Gortin Park Belfast BT5 7EP 2 storey side extension (Amended Plans) Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/0005/F 807-809 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 Alterations and two storey side extension to private hospital. Permission 24/04/2018 Including demolition of two houses 807-909 Lisburn Road Granted and provision of vehicular access and car parking (Amended Description) LA04/2017/0087/F 527-531 Lisburn Road and 2-3 Ferndale Street Malone Amalgamation of 3 no ground floor retail units to create 1 no. Permission 03/05/2018 Lower Belfast BT9 7GQ retail unit. New shopfront and single storey rear extension. 3 Granted no. first floor and second floor rear extensions.

LA04/2017/0235/F Lands at Rosepark House Upper Newtownards Road Demolition of existing office building and construction of Permission 17/04/2018 Belfast BT4 3NR. residential development comprising of 53 No. units (18 Granted apartments, 21 detached, 14 semi-detached, with associated car parking and landscaping.

LA04/2017/0875/F Lands between unit 19 and unit 31 North City Business Erection of a new 2/3/4 storey building proposed use class Permission 20/04/2018 Centre Duncairn Gardens Belfast BT15 2GG B2 and B4 on the ground floor and use class B1 (b) and (c) Granted on the upper floors with demolition of existing two storey building (current use class B1 (c) and the existing 3.1metre high metal railings and fence.

LA04/2017/0898/F 15 Grange Park Dunmurry Belfast BT17 0AN 2 storey side and rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/0903/F 24 Osborne Gardens Belfast BT9 6LF Two and a half storey dwelling with associated hard and soft Permission 19/04/2018 landscaping, and new vehicular entrance to Bawnmore Granted Gardens.

LA04/2017/1004/F 26 Glandore Avenue Belfast BT15 3FB Erection of a fence (Retrospective) Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/1039/A 69 Sydenham Road Belfast Retention of Digital LED Projecting Sign Consent 26/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2017/1052/A 3 Glenmachan Street Belfast Shop signage and pole sign with led lighting (amended Consent 30/04/2018 description and plans). Granted LA04/2017/1059/F 50 Knockeden Park Belfast BT6 0JF Roof conversion with dormer window to rear, ground floor Permission 16/04/2018 side extension, ground floor rear extension. Granted

LA04/2017/1252/F 48 Wellington Park Belfast BT9 6DP Construction of driveway to provide incurtilage parking and Permission 17/04/2018 associated lowered kerb access onto Wellington Park Refused

LA04/2017/1378/F 15 Beechlands Malone Belfast BT9 5HU 2 storey side and rear extension. Attic conversion with roof Permission 30/04/2018 terrace Granted

LA04/2017/1505/F 1-3 Eia Street Belfast BT14 6BT Construction of 15no residential apartments (11no 3P2B and Permission 20/04/2018 4no 2P1B) together with associated communal garden Refused space, bin storage and cycle packing provision.

LA04/2017/1561/F 1138 Crumlin Road Belfast BT14 8SA New access Permission 03/05/2018 Refused

LA04/2017/1569/HSC BOC Gases Prince Regent Road Castlereagh BT5 6RW Hazardous substances consent Consent 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/1571/DCA 48 Wellington Park Belfast BT9 6DP Demolition of existing wall and fence Consent 17/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2017/1584/F BOC Gases Limited Prince Regent Road Belfast BT5 Installation of two cryogenic storage tanks (argon and liquid Permission 20/04/2018 6RW oxygen) Granted

LA04/2017/1591/F 1 Norton Drive Belfast BT9 6ST Two storey side/ rear extension and alterations to existing Permission 30/04/2018 dwelling. Granted LA04/2017/1645/F 82 Circular Road Belfast BT4 2GE Demolition of existing dwelling and garage to facilitate the Permission 03/05/2018 development of 2No. detached dwellings, garages, Granted associated accesses, landscaping and all other associated site works (amended description and scheme)

LA04/2017/1646/F 74 Stewartstown Park Belfast BT11 9GN Single storey rear extension (Amended Proposal) Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/1697/DCA 15 Beechlands Malone Belfast BT9 5HU Demolition of parts of the rear walls and roof. Consent 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/1783/F 12-14 Castle Lane Belfast BT1 Change of use from retail to Sui Generis use as a Permission 03/05/2018 restaurant/café for the sale of food or drink for consumption Granted on the premises or of hot food for consumption off the premises with inclusion of extract system and flue.

LA04/2017/1887/F Site adjacent to 1 Pirrie Lane Belfast BT4 3NP Erection of 2 dwellings, one with separate building Permission 03/05/2018 comprising sunroom and garage. Driveway access from Granted Pirrie Road and Pirrie Lane.

LA04/2017/1986/F 96-100 Ann Street Donegall Quay Princess Street Belfast Proposed alterations to existing bar comprising; demolishing Permission 26/04/2018 1st floor toilets to extend existing roof terrace (smoking Granted area/beer garden); replacing existing roof with new flat roof terrace; new escape stair from roof terrace; new stair well from 1st to 2nd floor to access new 2nd floor toilets (Retrospective).

LA04/2017/2046/F 25 Cregagh Road Belfast BT6 8PX Demolition of existing building and construction of a three Permission 30/04/2018 storey building with 5 apartments. Refused LA04/2017/2111/F Site adj to 14 Rosetta Parade Belfast BT7 3HJ Two storey dwelling (amended scheme) Permission 30/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2017/2151/F 166 Ormeau Road Belfast BT7 2ED Change of use of ground floor from solicitor office to hot food Permission 30/04/2018 takeaway. Elevation changes. Granted

LA04/2017/2163/F Unit 9 DC Enterprise Centre Kennedy Way Belfast BT11 Single storey front extension Permission 03/05/2018 9AP Refused

LA04/2017/2165/O 3 Wilmont Park Dunmurry Belfast BT17 9JW Proposed Detached dwelling Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2206/F 33 Crocus Street Belfast BT12 7AP Change of use from dwelling to house in multiple occupation Permission 03/05/2018 (HMO) Refused

LA04/2017/2217/PAN Albert Street from Nr. 23 (at Albert Court) to Nr 121 / Public Realm Environmental Improvements Scheme along Pan 12/04/2018 junction with Falls Road Cullingtree Road from Nr 40 to Albert Street, Cullingtree Road and St Peters Close, Accepted junction with Grosvenor Road St Peters Close. including new kerbs to replace existing, footpath resurfacing using a mixture of natural stone paving and asphalt, new street lighting columns, revitalization of existing railings and fences, new safety bollards and railings and other speed reduction measures (eg table top ramps).

LA04/2017/2257/F 52 Windsor Avenue Belfast BT9 6EJ Single storey front extension, 2 storey front extension, Permission 30/04/2018 alterations to entrance gate and associated works Granted LA04/2017/2354/F 26 Ardenlee Parade Belfast BT6 0AL Two storey rear extension and elevational changes Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2420/F 276 Shankill Road Belfast BT13 2BN Change of use of part of ground floor from utility/storage Permission 30/04/2018 area to retail unit. Change of use on first and second floor Granted from office/storage to duplex apartment. Elevation changes

LA04/2017/2451/F 90 Sydenham Road Belfast BT3 9DJ Amendment to existing planning approval Permission 30/04/2018 (LA04/2016/0089/F) to include alterations to site layout, Granted omission of 2 wash bays & inclusion of 1No. speed wash building.

LA04/2017/2456/F 87 Hawthorn Glen Belfast 2 storey side and rear extension. New windows at rear and Permission 30/04/2018 detached garage.(Amended Plans) Granted

LA04/2017/2496/F 14 Hillside Drive Belfast BT9 5EJ 2 storey side extension with rear terrace. Widening of Permission 30/04/2018 vehicular access and new boundary wall Granted

LA04/2017/2497/DCA 39 Adelaide Park Belfast BT9 6FY Demolition of garage and parts of side and rear walls. Consent 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2498/F 39 Adelaide Park Belfast BT9 6FY Alterations to kitchen/dining area to include a new flat roof. Permission 30/04/2018 Demolition of garage, provision of a garden room and Granted associated works.

LA04/2017/2519/F 19 Boucher Crescent Belfast Alterations to existing showroom including new side Permission 03/05/2018 entrance. Reconfiguration of car park area and fencing. Granted Erection of three wash bay station.

LA04/2017/2525/F 10 Rosetta Drive Belfast BT7 3HL 2 storey rear extension with side elevation changes. Permission 20/04/2018 Granted LA04/2017/2542/F Unit B Ground Floor The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Change of use to restaurant/café to allow the sale of food Permission 30/04/2018 Place Belfast BT1 3LP and drink on the premises and hot food off the premises Granted

LA04/2017/2543/F Unit E Ground Floor The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Change of use to restaurant/café to allow the sale of food Permission 30/04/2018 Place Belfast BT1 3LP. and drink on the premises. Granted

LA04/2017/2544/F Unit C Ground Floor The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Change of use to restaurant/café to allow the sale of food Permission 30/04/2018 Place Belfast BT1 3LP and drink on the premises. Granted

LA04/2017/2545/F Unit D Ground Floor The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Change of use to restaurant/café to allow the sale of food Permission 30/04/2018 Place Belfast BT1 3LP and drink on the premises. Granted

LA04/2017/2546/F Unit F Ground Floor The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Change of use to restaurant/café to allow the sale of food Permission 30/04/2018 Place Belfast BT1 3LP and drink on the premises. Granted

LA04/2017/2552/NMC Sites 5 & 6 Kincora Mews Kincora Avenue Belfast BT4 Non material change Z/2001/3270/F Consent 03/05/2018 3DW Refused

LA04/2017/2578/F 8 Windsor Avenue Belfast BT9 6EE Retrospective works to two storey rear extension, side Permission 30/04/2018 elevation modification, raised wall plate height and raised Granted ridge height.(Additional Documentation Received) LA04/2017/2592/LBC Malone Telephone Exchange 226 Lisburn Road Belfast Change of use from office to 9 no. 2 bed apartments. Consent 18/04/2018 BT9 6GD Rooftop extension to provide 1 no. 3bed penthouse Granted apartment. 4 storey side extension and single storey side extension. Provision of additional car parking, new boundary wall and railing to rear, hard and soft landscaping and other associated works (Amendment to planning application LA04/2015/1425/F)

LA04/2017/2601/DC 149-153 Springfield Road Belfast BT12 7DA Discharge of conditions 6 & 7 LA04/2015/1046/F Refused 23/04/2018

LA04/2017/2613/F Malone Telephone Exchange 226 Lisburn Road Belfast Change of use from office to 9no. 2 bed apartments. Rooftop Permission 18/04/2018 BT9 6GD extension to provide 1no. 3 bed penthouse apartment. 4 Granted storey side extension and single storey side extension. Provision of additional car parking, new boundary wall and railing to rear, hard and soft landscaping and other associated works (Amendment to planning application LA04/2015/1425/F)

LA04/2017/2634/A Former Government Offices south boundary facing onto Three free standing 96 sheet display panels Consent 30/04/2018 Exchange Street Belfast Refused

LA04/2017/2643/F 2 Upton Park Belfast BT10 0LZ Roofspace conversion with rear dormer and front roof Permission 19/04/2018 windows Granted

LA04/2017/2645/A 16-20 Hillview Road Belfast BT14 7BT 3 x Totem panels, 6 x external fence signage, 1 x illuminated Consent 03/05/2018 fascia sign, 1 non illuminated fascia sign, 1 x entrance sign, Granted various specialist signs and other minor signage on building. LA04/2017/2657/F 174 Upper Knockbreda Road Belfast BT6 9QF Garage (ground floor) conversion to studio with elevational Permission 03/05/2018 changes Granted

LA04/2017/2670/F McCrackens Bar 4 Joy's Entry Belfast BT1 4DR Change of use from vacant storage warehouse to public Permission 01/05/2018 house (to include amalgamation with existing public house); Granted Minor internal alterations to existing public house; elevational changes & associated works.

LA04/2017/2676/F 2 Imperial Street Ballymacarret Belfast BT6 8JN Erection of 2 dwellings Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2677/F 16 Lisdarragh Park Belfast BT14 8JB Single storey rear extension Permission 01/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2688/F 16-20 Hillview Road Belfast BT14 7BT Change of use of vacant industrial unit, with associated Permission 03/05/2018 development, to Builders Merchants premises and stock Granted yard

LA04/2017/2692/DCA 8 Windsor Avenue Belfast BT9 6EE Rear outhouse to be demolished, existing rear party wall to Consent 30/04/2018 be demolished, existing openings to be extended/altered to Granted suit new windows

LA04/2017/2724/DC Land at existing DRD surface car park at Frederick Street Discharge of condition No. 19 of Planning Appeal Ref 7 Refused 03/05/2018 Belfast BT1 2LW Z/2012/1034/F

LA04/2017/2755/F 86 Sunnyside Street Ballynafoy Belfast BT7 3EG Single storey rear extension and erection of front first floor Permission 30/04/2018 window Granted LA04/2017/2756/F 19 Knockdarragh Park Belfast BT4 2LE Two storey side extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2790/F 32 Osborne Park Belfast BT9 6JN Single storey rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2017/2796/F 270 Donegall Road Belfast Sub-Division of existing ground floor unit to create 2 retail Permission 30/04/2018 units & conversion of 3 bedroom apartment to 3No. 1 bed Granted apartments, works to include dormer window and new shop front.

LA04/2017/2804/F 76 Belmont Church Road Belfast BT4 3FG Partial demolition of front wall for driveway access with Permission 20/04/2018 dropped kerb. Granted

LA04/2017/2813/F 66 Ailesbury Road Belfast BT7 3FH Single storey extension to rear, part demolition of rear store. Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0012/F 123 Malone Road Belfast BT9 6SP Proposed replacement single storey utility room and storage Permission 30/04/2018 / study to side of existing dwelling. Including window / door Granted alterations and change of existing finish from brickwork to sand cement render as remedial work for structural defects.

LA04/2018/0013/F 58 Lenadoon Avenue Belfast BT11 9HD Single storey rear extension and associated alterations with Permission 12/04/2018 new door on gable. Granted

LA04/2018/0014/F 1 Laburnum Park Dunmurry Single storey side extension. Permission 17/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0016/F 29 Knockvale Park Belfast BT5 6HJ Two storey side extension Permission 17/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0019/F 20 Casaeldona Park Belfast BT6 9RB Single storey side extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0024/F 21 Stormont Park Belfast BT4 3WG 2 storey extension to rear replacing single storey return. Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0025/A Units E & F Westwood Shopping Centre 51 Kennedy Way Shop signage Consent 17/04/2018 Belfast BT11 9BQ Granted

LA04/2018/0026/F 106A Old Holywood Road Belfast BT4 2HL Single storey extension to side and rear of existing dwelling Permission 17/04/2018 and internal alterations. Granted

LA04/2018/0028/F 7 Carrington Street Belfast BT6 8GF Single storey rear extension Permission 18/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0030/LDP 165 Cregagh Road Belfast BT6 0LB Roofspace conversion with rear dormer. Erection of front Permission 30/04/2018 velux window. Granted

LA04/2018/0038/A Sydenham Road Belfast Approx 55m from corner with Old Six sheet advertising display panel incorporated into a three Consent 03/05/2018 Channel Road and opposite CITI Building. bay insignia type Adshel Bus Shelter. Granted

LA04/2018/0039/A Airport Road Belfast Opposite to entrance of Bombardier Six sheet advertising display panel incorporated into a three Consent 23/04/2018 Aircraft Works. bay insignia type Adshel Bus Shelter. Granted LA04/2018/0054/F Colin Glen Park between Colin Glen and NIE substation Application to vary condition 11 Z/2015/0205/F to change Permission 19/04/2018 south of Glen Road Belfast BT17 0HS timeframe for submission of verification report from pre- Granted occupation to within 12 months of development being occupied and how gas ingress protection measures are identified, agreed and installed.

LA04/2018/0055/F Colin Glen Park Between Colin Glen and NIE substation Application to vary condition 3 Z/2011/0181/O to change Permission 18/04/2018 South of Glen Road Belfast BT11 timeframe for submission of verification report from pre- Granted occupation to within 12 months of development being occupied and how gas ingress protection measures are identified, agreed and installed.

LA04/2018/0056/F Colin Glen Park between Colin Glen and NIE substation Application to vary condition 11 Z/2015/0204/F to change Permission 18/04/2018 south of Glen Road Belfast BT2 8LE. timeframe for submission of verification report from pre- Granted occupation to within 12 months of development being occupied and how gas ingress protection measures are identified, agreed and installed.

LA04/2018/0066/A 96 Sandy Row Belfast BT12 5EX Shop sign Consent 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0077/F 7 Cabin Hill Gardens Ballycloughan Belfast BT5 7AP Single storey rear extension Permission 17/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0079/F 14 Malone View Road Belfast BT9 5PH Internal alterations and extension to rear of dwelling to allow Permission 19/04/2018 an additional bedroom and extended kitchen, dining and Granted garden room accommodation to rear. LA04/2018/0080/F 111 Kilcoole Park Belfast BT14 8LE Single storey extension to rear and bay window extension to Permission 19/04/2018 front. Granted

LA04/2018/0081/F 36 Willesden Park Belfast BT9 5GX Single storey rear extension Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0085/O Lands at 1 Colinton Gardens Newtownabbey BT36 Erection of 2 detached dwellings and new access to No.1 Permission 30/04/2018 Colinton Gardens. Refused

LA04/2018/0095/F 9 Wellington Place Belfast Demolition of partition wall to amalgamate part of No.9 Permission 20/04/2018 Wellington Place into No.7 Wellington Place to extend Granted existing amusement/gaming centre use and conversion from retail use. Subdivision of No.9 Wellington Place to form a retail unit.

LA04/2018/0101/F Existing yard (Revised local description) 86A Tildarg Street Erection of 3no. storage units. Permission 03/05/2018 Ballymacarret Belfast BT6 8NJ Refused

LA04/2018/0102/F Equality House 6-14 Donegall Pass Belfast BT7 1BS Change of use to place of worship with ancillary staff Permission 30/04/2018 accommodation, bookshop, café, meeting rooms and Granted associated works

LA04/2018/0103/F Opposite entrance to Bombardier Aircraft Airport Road Installation of three bay Insignia type bus shelter Permission 23/04/2018 Belfast Granted

LA04/2018/0105/F Sydenham Road approx 55m from corner with Old Channel Installation of three bay Insignia type bus shelter Permission 03/05/2018 Road Belfast Granted LA04/2018/0106/LDP 178 Deerpark Road Belfast BT14 7PY Demolition and replacement rear extension and associated Permission 30/04/2018 works Granted

LA04/2018/0111/LDP 55 Galwally Park Belfast BT8 6AG Demolition of brick built stores at rear and erection of single Permission 30/04/2018 storey extension Granted

LA04/2018/0122/F Campbell College Belfast Belmont Road Belfast BT4 Proposed demolition of existing teaching block; development Permission 30/04/2018 2ND of new science building containing 10No. classrooms, Granted "social amphitheatre", 6th form study space, WCs, plant room, roof terrace and greenhouse; landscaping; and reconfiguration of existing car park and drop-off areas to be accessed from existing site access and internal road.

LA04/2018/0133/F 29 Blenheim Drive Ballyrushboy Belfast BT6 9GB Single storey rear and side extension . Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0140/F Land at 81-107 York Street Belfast Erection of a building to house electricity substation. Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0144/LDE 2 Prince Regent Road Belfast BT56QR Cafe ancillary to retail warehouse unit. Permission 19/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0145/NMC Lands bounded by 30-101 Royal Avenue Church Street Internal amalgamations of units within Block 04 of approved Consent 03/05/2018 William Street Writers Square 40 to 16 Donegall Street 2 development LA04/2016/2327/F. Granted Waring Street 1-21 Bridge Street 2-18 High Street 1-27 Lombard Street 33 to 55 Rosemary Street 2-14 Lower Garfield Street Belfast.

LA04/2018/0158/F Land south west of 33 Kingswood Street Belfast BT5 Community facility to include gym facility, outdoor event Permission 19/04/2018 4QW space, BBQ area, bicycle workshop and associated works Granted

LA04/2018/0163/DC Block A/School House Methodist College 1 Malone Road Discharge of conditions No's 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, Approval 03/05/2018 Belfast BT9 6BY 17,18, 19 and 20 of planning ref. LA04/2017/0499/F

LA04/2018/0166/DC Block A/School House Methodist College Belfast 1 Malone Discharge of conditions No's 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, Approval 03/05/2018 Road Belfast BT9 6BY 17,18, 19 and 20 of planning ref. LA04/2017/0927/LBC

LA04/2018/0170/A 9 Lanyon Place Belfast BT1 3LZ Erection of 3No. mesh banner signs (retrospective). Consent 26/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2018/0172/NMC 15-19 Ballygowan Road Belfast BT5 7LN Non material change Y/2009/0285/F Consent 25/04/2018 Refused

LA04/2018/0178/F 3 Utility Walk Belfast Single storey rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0179/F 185 Templemore Avenue Belfast BT5 4FR Conversion of existing dwelling to provide two apartments Permission 30/04/2018 and ancillary works. Granted

LA04/2018/0201/F 237 Upper Newtownards Road Belfast BT4 3JF Change of use from retail shop (A1) to estate agent (A2), Permission 19/04/2018 new shopfront, alterations to elevations, replacement roof Granted

LA04/2018/0213/A Unit D Westwood Retail Park Belfast BT11 9BQ Installation of two internally illuminated sign Consent 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0214/F 26 Ardenlee Avenue Belfast Demolition of garage and other out buildings. Construction of Permission 23/04/2018 single storey extension Granted

LA04/2018/0228/F Longbridge House 16-24 Waring Street Belfast BT1 Alterations to elevation to facilitate new windows and doors Permission 03/05/2018 2DX at ground floor level(amendment to previous approval Granted LA04/2016/2286/F)

LA04/2018/0241/F 2 Kensington Park Belfast BT5 6NR Conversion of three apartments into a single occupancy Permission 19/04/2018 house, includes extending the property to the rear and into Granted the roof space

LA04/2018/0242/F 3 Vandyck Crescent Newtownabbey BT36 7HF Single storey rear extension and roofspace conversion Permission 19/04/2018 (including new dormers to rear). Granted

LA04/2018/0255/DCA 32 Osborne Park Belfast BT9 6JN Removal of existing single storey rear return, balcony & Consent 19/04/2018 railings. Changing first floor door (existing balcony access) Granted into window.

LA04/2018/0257/A Donegall House 7 Donegall Square North Belfast BT1 Illuminated projecting sign Consent 03/05/2018 5GB Granted LA04/2018/0265/A South boundary fence of Park Centre shopping mall Donegall Free standing 96 sheet display panel Consent 03/05/2018 Road Belfast Refused

LA04/2018/0270/F 25 Massey Park Belfast BT4 2JX Modifications to and conversion of existing garage into Permission 19/04/2018 residential annex Granted

LA04/2018/0274/LDE 25 Laganvale Street Belfast BT9 5FR Existing two storey dwelling house rear extension. Permission 18/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0289/DC Lands to the south of Kitchener Drive North of 2-30 Discharge of condition 4 LA04/2017/0431/F Approval 03/05/2018 (Evens) Frenchpark Street & West Of 59-149 (odds) Donegall Avenue Belfast

LA04/2018/0298/F 125a Orby Drive Belfast BT5 6BB Two storey side extension and single storey rear extension Permission 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0302/LDE 12 Allworthy Avenue Belfast BT14 6BU Residential use - 2 No. apartments Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0306/DCA 123 Malone Road Belfast BT9 6SP Demolition of existing single storey utility room, storage and Consent 30/04/2018 garage to side of existing dwelling due to structural defects. Granted

LA04/2018/0311/F 38 Edgecumbe Gardens Belfast BT4 2EH Two storey extension to side and rear. Re render of existing Permission 30/04/2018 dwelling. Replacement of front porch. Granted

LA04/2018/0324/F 344 Ormeau Road Belfast BT7 2HL Partial demolition of rear walls and single storey rear Permission 18/04/2018 extension. Replacement of side window. Granted LA04/2018/0330/F 2 Ashton Park Finaghy Belfast BT10 0JQ Demolition of existing bungalow and construction of 2 semi- Permission 30/04/2018 detached dwellings & widened vehicular access. Granted

LA04/2018/0333/F 28 Horn Walk Stewartstown Road Belfast BT11 9NG Single storey extension to side Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0335/F 52-54 Boucher Crescent Belfast BT12 6HU Extension to rear of existing retail unit (reduction in size of Permission 19/04/2018 extension previously approved under LA04/2016/0868/F). Granted Net retail floorspace within extension to remain at 660 sqm (measured internally).

LA04/2018/0350/F East Of Pantridge Road and North/West of Good Shepherd Renewal of application for new single storey building Permission 20/04/2018 Road BT17 0PP comprising of football changing facilities, meeting room with Granted refreshment kitchen and fitness suite.

LA04/2018/0360/F 8 Cherryvalley Park Belfast BT5 6PL Single storey rear and side extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0362/F 28 Inishmore Crescent Belfast BT11 8NL Single storey flat roof rear extension with internal alterations Permission 30/04/2018 and new side door giving access to utility room. New Granted external side wall.

LA04/2018/0363/F 17 Clonallon Court Belfast BT4 2AB Single storey rear extension. Permission 24/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0372/F The Soloist Building 1 Lanyon Place Belfast BT1 3LP Existing ground floor unit to have 4 new external opening Permission 03/05/2018 (double doors) in existing glazed shopfront. Granted LA04/2018/0373/F 539 Antrim Road Belfast BT15 3BU Change of use from a commercial premises to four Permission 20/04/2018 apartments including internal alterations, demolition of Granted external rear lean to, car parking, amenity space, bicycle stand and ancillary site works.

LA04/2018/0377/A City Quays Hotel 90 Donegall Quay Belfast BT1 3FE Hotel restaurant brand signature to the east (river) side of Consent 03/05/2018 the Hotel at 1) ground level externally and 2) above the Granted entrance lobby door.

LA04/2018/0383/LDE 17 Sandymount Street Stranmillis Belfast BT9 5DP House in multiple occupation. Permission 18/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0387/DC Land south of Franklin Street East of Brunswick Street Discharge of condition 7 LA04/2015/0418/F Approval 03/05/2018 and West Of McClintock Street Belfast BT2 7GX

LA04/2018/0390/F 10 Malone Meadows Belfast BT9 5BG 1 storey side extension to dwelling to allow for a larger Permission 23/04/2018 kitchen and boot room. Granted

LA04/2018/0391/LBC Stormont House Stormont Estate Belfast BT3 3SH Renovation of 3No. bedrooms to convert into office spaces. Consent 18/04/2018 Room 1-removal of en-suite, including demolition of stud Granted walls, to return room to original state. Room 2- reduction of en-suite (to smaller size), including demolition of stud wall. Room 3- demolition of stud walls, to return room to original state. All rooms to be re-decorated, including painting to walls, skirting , windows, cills, cornice and ceilings as well as new carpet to all rooms. LA04/2018/0394/NMC Former clinic lands between 2 and 4 Gilnahirk Rise Non Material Change LA04/2017/1525/F Consent 03/05/2018 Belfast BT5 7DT Granted

LA04/2018/0396/F Wheatfield PS Alliance Road Belfast BT14 7JE Small extension at front of the building to create a secure Permission 19/04/2018 foyer. The existing front entrance will be extended out by Granted approx. 19m2 (gross) to create a secure waiting area and office.

LA04/2018/0400/F 52-54 Botanic Avenue Belfast BT7 1JR Change of use of retail unit to sale of food and drink Permission 18/04/2018 including consumption on the premises (sui generis) and Granted replacement plant.

LA04/2018/0405/F Harberton Special School Harberton Park Belfast BT9 Double classroom modular unit Permission 03/05/2018 6TX Granted

LA04/2018/0409/LBC QUB Elmwood Learning & Teaching Centre (former school of Internal alterations to the QUB Elmwood Learning & Consent 20/04/2018 geography/geology) to the rear of Students Union Building Teaching Centre to accommodate a temporary relocation of Granted Elmwood Avenue Belfast. the QUB Students Union, with associated site works.

LA04/2018/0412/F 122a Upper Knockbreda Road Belfast BT6 9QB Single storey rear extension Permission 23/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0414/F 8 Bloomfield Park Belfast BT5 5JW Single storey rear extension. Permission 19/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0417/F QUB Elmwood Learning & Teaching Centre (former School Part change of use of ground floor lecture theatre and break Permission 20/04/2018 Of Geography/Geology) to the rear of the Students Union out learning space, to the QUB Students Union shop and Granted Building Elmwood Avenue Belfast bank (temporary relocation), with associated alterations and site works.

LA04/2018/0421/F 92 Ebor Street Belfast Change of house type to previously approved house and 2 Permission 19/04/2018 storey rear extension Granted

LA04/2018/0422/F 101 Kilburn Street Belfast BT12 6JT Erection of 2 storey replacement dwelling (retrospective) Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0431/DC 263-287 Beersbridge Road Belfast BT5 4RS Discharge of condition 8 LA04/2015/1310/F which refers to Approval 03/05/2018 Remediation Validation Report

LA04/2018/0438/F 24 Sydenham Gardens Belfast BT14 1PY Single storey rear extension Permission 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0440/F The Metropolitan Building 29-31 Alfred Street Belfast BT2 Change of use of ground floor from offices to medical Permission 30/04/2018 8ED assessment centre Granted

LA04/2018/0444/F Side garden of 22 St James Road Belfast BT12 6ED Erection of attached 2 storey dwelling to side of dwelling Permission 12/04/2018 including new access and modifying No. 22 existing hip roof Granted to a pitch roof.

LA04/2018/0449/F 9 Brucevale Park Belfast BT14 6BQ Single storey rear extension and loft conversion Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0450/F 13 Tullymore Gardens Belfast BT11 8ND Single storey rear extensions and associated alterations Permission 19/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0451/F 39 Monagh Parade Belfast BT11 8EH Single storey side extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0452/F 52 Rochester Avenue Belfast BT6 9JW Single storey rear and side extension and demolition of walls Permission 30/04/2018 to the rear and removal of detached garage (Amended Granted description)

LA04/2018/0472/DC Lands to the south of Wolfhill Avenue and Ligoniel Road Discharge of conditions 12, 13 and 14 - Z/2012/1279/F Refused 10/04/2018 Belfast

LA04/2018/0478/F 22 Thornhill Park Belfast BT5 7AR Single storey rear extension Permission 18/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0480/F 78 Mount Eagles Glen Belfast BT17 0WR Two storey side extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0507/F 16 Woodside Park Dunmurry BT17 0SS Single storey rear extension Permission 19/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0510/F 91 Premier Drive Belfast BT15 3LZ Single storey rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0516/F 131 Deramore Avenue Belfast BT7 3ET Two storey rear and side extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0520/A Unit 3 Hanwood Business Park Dundonald Fascia sign Consent 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0523/NMC 208-212 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 6ET Non-material change to LA04/2017/0106/F Consent 20/04/2018 Refused LA04/2018/0532/F 3 Edenvale Gardens Belfast BT4 2BD Single storey rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0533/F 31 Wynchurch Terrace Belfast BT6 0HP Proposed single storey side and rear extensions, two storey Permission 03/05/2018 side and rear extension, elevation changes and alterations Granted to driveway (Amended Description)

LA04/2018/0536/F 9 Deramore Park Belfast BT9 5JW Proposed single storey side and rear extension Permission 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0546/F 50 Finaghy Park Central Belfast BT17 Two storey rear extension Permission 30/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0547/F 43 Wynchurch Road Belfast Single storey rear extension, conversion of existing garage Permission 03/05/2018 and elevation changes to dwelling Granted

LA04/2018/0548/F 8 Locksley Park Belfast BT10 0AR Proposed single storey extension Permission 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0553/NMC Peter Pan Complex 90-120 Springfield Road adjoining NMC to Z/2014/1665/F Omission of 2 no houses from the Consent 30/04/2018 Springfield Avenue Belfast application. Provision of enclosed bin storages. Granted

LA04/2018/0554/NMC Lands at 163 Ormeau Road Belfast BT7 1SP Non Material Change to LA04/2016/2531/F Consent 25/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0593/F C.S. Lewis Square Newtownards Road BT4 1HU Temporary single storey open timber structure Permission 03/05/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0600/F 12 Glenfearna Wood Dunmurry Single storey rear extension Permission 20/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0601/F 10 Colinbrook Green Dunmurry Single storey rear extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0602/F Stormont Estate Upper Newtownards Road Belfast BT4 Replacement of existing play park Permission 03/05/2018 3SH Granted

LA04/2018/0616/CONTPO137 Shandon Park Belfast Works to trees in conservation area Consent 13/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0647/PAN Templemore Baths Templemore Avenue Belfast BT5 Restoration of the existing listed building with minor Pan 23/04/2018 4FW demolition and internal alterations Accepted

LA04/2018/0669/F 69 Donegall Avenue Belfast BT12 6LX First floor rear extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0678/PAN Botanic link - lands stretching between University Road and Multi-storey office development Pan 23/04/2018 Botanic Avenue Accepted

LA04/2018/0685/F 39 Sunningdale Park Belfast BT14 6RW Single storey extension Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0687/F 10 Springfield Parade Belfast BT13 3QR Single storey rear extension and loft conversion with dormer Permission 03/05/2018 to rear Granted

LA04/2018/0692/DC 136-152 Beersbridge Road Belfast BT5 4RY Discharge of condition 12 - LA04/2016/1920/F Approval 03/05/2018 LA04/2018/0705/DC Londonderry House 19-27 Chichester Street Belfast BT1 Discharge of conditions 5 and 6 - LA04/2016/0548/F Refused 20/04/2018 4JB

LA04/2018/0723/LDP 27 Rushfield Avenue Belfast BT7 3FP Single storey extension to rear Permission 03/05/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0756/PAN Lands at former Sirocco Works Short Strand and adjacent to Erection of creative cluster with public realm provision and Pan 24/04/2018 Bridge End and the River Lagan Belfast associated infrastructural works Accepted

LA04/2018/0757/PAN Lands at former Sirocco Works Short Strand and adjacent to Four residential apartment blocks, provision of private Pan 23/04/2018 Bridge End and the River Lagan Belfast amenity space, parking and public realm with associated Accepted infrastructural works

LA04/2018/0769/PAN Lands to the North East of 3 Westbank Road Belfast Harbour Construction of warehouse distribution facility Pan 23/04/2018 Estate Belfast BT3 9JL Accepted

LA04/2018/0823/DC 78 College Avenue Belfast BT1 6BU Discharge of condition 12 - LA04/2015/0419/F Approval 03/05/2018

LA04/2018/0865/DC 41-49 Queen Street 24-30 College Street and 29 Wellington Discharge of condition - LA04/2017/1383/F Approval 03/05/2018 Place Belfast

LA04/2018/0974/CONTPO116A Malone Road Belfast BT9 5HQ Works to tree in Conservation Area Consent 25/04/2018 Granted LA04/2018/0978/CONTPOFront of Malone Square Malone Road Belfast Works to trees in a Conservation Area Consent 25/04/2018 Granted

LA04/2018/0981/CONTPO4 Cyprus Avenue Belfast BT5 5NT Works to trees in a Conservation Area Consent 25/04/2018 Granted

Z/2014/1277/F 581 Shore Road BT15 4HP Proposed residential development comprising 31no Permission 30/04/2018 dwellings (1no detached, 12no semi-detached and 18no Granted townhouses)

PLANNING COMMITTEE

Subject: Listing of Buildings

Date: Tuesday, 15th May 2018

Reporting Officer: Keith Sutherland, Ext 3578

Contact Officer: Dermot O’Kane, Ext 2293

Is this report restricted? Yes No X

Is the decision eligible for Call-in? Yes xX No

1.0 Purpose of Report or Summary of main Issues

1.1 Correspondence has been received from the Historic Environment Division (HED) regarding the proposed listing of buildings in Belfast. Article 80 (3) of the Planning Act (NI) 2011 requires the HED to consult with the Council before placing any building on the statutory list of buildings of special architectural or historic interest.

2.0 Recommendations

2.1 Committee is requested to:  note the contents of Appendix 1; and  Support the proposed listings of the buildings as detailed in paragraphs 3.5 of this report.

3.0 Main report

3.1 The Second Survey of all of Northern Ireland's building stock, is currently underway, to update and improve on the first List of buildings of special architectural or historic interest which began in 1974. This second survey for Belfast is due to be completed in 2017.

3.2 In considering whether to include a building as Listed, the Historic Environment Division (HED) takes into account the architectural and historic interest of a structure and is also given the power to consider: ● any respect in which its exterior contributes to the architectural or historic interest of any group of buildings of which it forms part; and ● the desirability of preserving, on the ground of its architectural or historic interest, any feature of the building which consists of a manmade object or structure fixed to the building or which forms a part of the land and which is comprised within the curtilage of the building.

3.3 Should the Department for Communities decide to list a property, this places certain responsibility on the owner, for example, a listed building has to be maintained in a way appropriate to its character and cannot be altered or demolished without prior approval.

3.4 The summaries set out in Appendix 1 for the proposed listed buildings are taken from the property evaluation and detail the main features alongside the recommended class of listing. The appendix also sets out the summary of the four categories (A to B2) for Listed Buildings in Northern Ireland under the ongoing work as part of the Second Survey.

3.5 The Department based on the completion of detailed surveys, is currently considering the listing of the following properties and has requested the Council’s comments in relation to:

3.6 ● 10 Mount Pleasant, Belfast, BT9 5DS ● Street sign at Strangford Avenue on corner with Shrewsbury park, Belfast ● Street sign at Harberton Park on corner with Upper Malone Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Donegal Park Avenue on corner with Antrim Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Parkmount Road, on corner with Antrim Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Glastonbury Avenue, on corner with Antrim, Belfast ● Street sign 2 on Glastonbury Avenue, on corner with Antrim Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Fortwilliam Park, on corner with Somerton Road, Belfast ● Street sign beside 354 Ormeau Road, Belfast ● Street sign on corner of Rosetta Avenue and Ormeau Road, Belfast ● Street sign Belmont Church Road on Corner with Belmont Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Massey Avenue, on corner with Belmont Road, Belfast ● Street sign on Earlswood Road, on corner with Belmont Road, Belfast ● Street sign Broomhill Park, Belfast ● Street sign Broomhill Park Central, Belfast

3.7 Financial & Resource Implications None

3.8 Equality or Good Relations Implications None

4.0 Appendices – Documents Attached

APPENDIX 1: Property Evaluations APPENDIX 1: Listed Building Property Evaluations

Background

The Second Survey of all of Northern Ireland's building stock, is currently underway, to update and improve on the first List of buildings of special architectural or historic interest which began in 1974. This second survey in Belfast is due to be completed in 2017.

In considering whether to include a building as Listed, the Department (NIEA) takes into account the architectural and historic interest of a structure and is also given the power to consider:-  any respect in which its exterior contributes to the architectural or historic interest of any group of buildings of which it forms part; and  the desirability of preserving, on the ground of its architectural or historic interest, any feature of the building which consists of a manmade object or structure fixed to the building or which forms a part of the land and which is comprised within the curtilage of the building.

Should the Department for Communities decide to list, this places certain responsibility on the owner, for example, a listed building has to be maintained in a way appropriate to its character and cannot be altered or demolished without prior approval.

The summaries below are taken from the property evaluation and detail the assessment in relation to the class of listing proposed.

1. 10 Mount Pleasant, Belfast, BT9 5DS (HB26/17/038) Two storey detached Victorian house built in 1871, L-shaped on the plan and located near the end of a U-shaped cul-de-sac adjacent to the listed Summer Hill, HB26/17/008 and facing a listed terrace of 9 houses HB26/17/001A – I across a private central garden. Constructed in a mixture of red brick and render, with a natural slate roof it has retained its original Victorian character both internally and externally and is a fine example of a detached house of this period in this part of Belfast. Although the right-hand bay was added shortly after the main construction the house reads as a single composition. Its interest is enhanced by the secluded setting across from a private garden and close to several other listed houses and also by its small but well-tended side garden bounded by a tall red brick boundary wall.

Proposed NIEA listing – B1

Extent of proposed Listing: – House (currently not listed)

2. Street sign at Strangford Avenue on corner with Shrewsbury park, Belfast (HB26/18/095) Tiled street sign supported by flute cast iron post, located in Strangford Avenue at the junction with Malone Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, following their takeover of the city’s tram system. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and in the raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has a group value with other nearby listed street signs at Broomhill Park (HB26/17/097), Broomhill park Central (HB/17/134) and Harberton Park Malone (HB/18/2014).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2 Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

3. Street sign at Harberton Park on corner with Upper Malone Road, Belfast (HB26/18/204) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Harberton Park Malone at the junction with Malone Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Broomhill Park (HB26/17/097), Broomhill Park Central (HB26/17/134) and Strangford Avenue (HB26/18/095).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

4. Street sign on Donegal Park Avenue on corner with Antrim Road, Belfast (HB26/45/022) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Donegal Park Avenue at the junction with Antrim Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Parkmount Road (HB26/46/032), Fortwilliam Park (HB26/46/034) and two signs at Glastonbury Avenue (HB26/46/032 and HB2/46/034).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

5. Street sign on Parkmount Road, on corner with Antrim Road , Belfast (HB26/45/024) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Parkmount Road Avenue at the junction with Antrim Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Donegal Park Avenue (HB26/46/032), Fortwilliam Park (HB26/46/034) and two signs at Glastonbury Avenue (HB26/46/032 and HB2/46/034).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

6. Street sign on Glastonbury Avenue, on corner with Antrim, Belfast (HB26/46/032) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located on Glastonbury Avenue at the junction with Antrim Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Donegal Park Avenue (HB26/46/032), Parkmount Road (HB26/45/024), Fortwilliam Park (HB26/46/034) and a matching sign on the opposite side of Glastonbury Avenue (HB26/46/033).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

7. Street sign 2 on Glastonbury Avenue, on corner with Antrim Road, Belfast (HB26/46/033) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located on Glastonbury Avenue at the junction with Antrim Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Donegal Park Avenue (HB26/46/032), Parkmount Road (HB26/45/024), Fortwilliam Park (HB26/46/034) and a matching sign on the opposite side of Glastonbury Avenue (HB26/46/032).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

8. Street sign on Fortwilliam Park, on corner with Somerton Road, Belfast (HB26/46/034) Tiled street sign supported by flute cast iron post, located on Fortwilliam park at the junction with Somerton Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, following their takeover of the city’s tram system. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and in the raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Donegal Park Avenue (HB26/46/032), Parkmount Road (HB26/45/024), and two signs at Glastonbury Avenue (HB26/46/032 and HB26/46/033).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street Sign (currently not listed)

9. Street sign beside 354 Ormeau Road, Belfast (HB26/01/068) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located on Ormeau Road where it joins Ravenhill Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street sign at Rosetta Avenue (HB26/01/077).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

10.Street sign on corner of Rosetta Avenue and Ormeau Road, Belfast (HB26/01/077) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Rosetta Avenue at the junction with Ormeau Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street sign at Ormeau Road (HB26/01/068).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

11.Street sign Belmont Church Road on Corner with Belmont Road, Belfast (HB26/13/054) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Belmont Church Road at the junction with Belmont Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Massey Avenue (HB26/13/055) and Earlswood Road (HB26/14/023).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

12.Street sign on Massey Avenue, on corner with Belmont Road, Belfast (HB26/13/055) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located on Massey Avenue at the junction with Belmont Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Belmont Church Road (HB26/13/054) and Earlswood Road (HB26/14/023).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

13.Street sign on Earlswood Road, on corner with Belmont Road, Belfast (HB26/14/023) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located on Earlswood Road at the junction with Belmont Road. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Belmont Church Road (HB26/13/054) and Massey Avenue (HB26/13/055).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

14.Street sign Broomhill Park, Belfast (HB26/17/097) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Broomhill Park at the junction with Broomhill Park Central. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Broomhill Park Central (HB26/17/134) Strangford Avenue (HB26/18/095) and Harberton Park Malone (HB26/18/204).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

15.Street sign Broomhill Park Central, Belfast (HB26/17/134) Tiled street sign supported on fluted cast iron post, located in Broomhill Park Central at the junction with Broomhill Park. This is a fine example of a tiled sign, many of which were erected on or close to major thoroughfares in the early twentieth century by Belfast Corporation, probably to help passengers locate their stops on the city’s tram system. Whilst the tram system ceased to operate many years ago, these prominently positioned signs, still serve as a useful function for today’s public transport passengers. The sign exhibits fine detailing, particularly in its classically inspired cast iron post and its raised tiled band around the sign. They are of historic interest to the citizens of Belfast and are part of the city’s rich legacy of cast iron street furniture, which includes Parliamentary Boundary Posts, Post Boxes and Telephone Kiosks. This example has group value with other nearby listed street signs at Broomhill Park (HB26/17/097) Strangford Avenue (HB26/18/095) and Harberton Park Malone (HB26/18/204).

Proposed NIEA listing – B2

Extent of proposed Listing: – Street sign (currently not listed)

Note:

Listed buildings in Northern Ireland are divided into four categories:

Grade A

Special buildings of national importance including both outstanding grand buildings and the fine, little altered examples of some important style or date.

Grade B+

Special buildings that might have merited A status but for relatively minor detracting features such as impurities of design, or lower quality additions or alterations. Also buildings that stand out above the general mass of grade B1 buildings because of exceptional interiors or some other features.

Grade B1 and B2

Special buildings of more local importance or good examples of some period of style. Some degree of alteration or imperfection may be acceptable. Development Management Officer Report Committee Application Addendum Report (Deferred for Site Visit)

Summary Committee Meeting Date: 15 May 2018 Application ID: LA04/2016/2359/F & LA04/2016/2341/DCA Proposal: Location: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington 7 storey office building with retail unit on Street Belfast BT1 6FD ground floor.

Referral Route: Receipt of representations contrary to recommendation

Recommendation: Approval Applicant Name and Address: Agent Name and Address: Hegan and Company Ltd Turley Athgarvan House Hamilton House Shawford 3 Joy Street Winchester Belfast SO21 2AA BT2 8LE

Site Visit Details / Further Consideration:

The application was presented to Committee on 17th April 2018, at which members deferred consideration to undertake a visit of the site and its environs. The full planning report presented at that meeting is appended below.

The visit was undertaken on 2nd May 2018. Members viewed the site from Upper Queen Street and Wellington Street, and undertook an internal inspection of ground and first floors of the building.

A further submission was received from the Agent Turley entitled ‘Member Briefing’ was received in advance of the site visit. This representation is considered below.

The document summarises the main issues set out in the Planning Report and in summary states that the existing building makes limited contribution to the character of the area, and complies with relevant policies. Additional matters raised are summarised below:

 Developer Information – the developer is identified as Hegan Developments, a NI registered company who have maintained properties within Northern Ireland for more than 60 years including the application site.

 The proposal contributes to the City Objectives including the BCC Regeneration & Investment Strategy and the aims of the Belfast Agenda. The proposal will contribute to a need for Grade A office space within the city.

No other representations have been received since presentation of the application at April Committee. Application ID: LA04/2016/2359/F

Having regard to the policy context and other material considerations detailed in the planning report, the application is considered acceptable and compliant with relevant policies.

Approval is recommended with delegated authority requested for senior officers to finalise the wording of conditions.

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Development Management Officer Report Committee Application

Summary Committee Meeting Date: 17 April 2018 Application ID: LA04/2016/2359/F & LA04/2016/2341/DCA Proposal: Location: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington 7 storey office building with retail unit on Street Belfast BT1 6FD ground floor.

Referral Route: Receipt of representations contrary to recommendation

Recommendation: Approval Applicant Name and Address: Agent Name and Address: Hegan and Company Ltd Turley Athgarvan House Hamilton House Shawford 3 Joy Street Winchester Belfast SO21 2AA BT2 8LE

Executive Summary:

The proposed site is located at the junction of 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington Street. It comprises a three storey terrace building finished in render with slate roofs. The ground floors are in use as a café, barbers, and a shop. To the rear of the building, and fronting onto Wellington Street is a return, three storeys in height and also finished in render. This element is also operating as a self-contained retail unit. The building originates from approximately 1860 and is located within a Conservation Area.

The proposal seeks demolition of existing buildings (LA04/2016/2341/DCA) and erection of 7 storey office building (1281 sqm of offices on the upper floors) with retail unit on ground floor. key issues in the assessment of the proposal are as follows:

- The principle of the proposal at this location; - Demolition of a building within the Conservation Area; - Impact on amenity / character of the area and a listed building; - Impact on transport and other infrastructure.

The layout/siting of the building replicates the adjacent buildings and is therefore sympathetic to the existing streetscape form. The fenestration and solid to void ratios of the front elevation are considered sympathetic to the locality. The materials proposed are similar to those in the adjacent building and are therefore acceptable. There is a mix of building designs and finishes in the locality and the proposal would be similar in terms of the commercial/industrial character of the area.

An important consideration in this case is the merits of the proposal against the contribution of the existing building to the character of the Conservation Area. Given the Conservation officer opinion that the contribution is limited to its age only, in terms of design, the proposal would make an equal or greater contribution to the character of the Conservation Area. It is considered on

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No objections have been received from any consultees including TNI Roads, Environmental Health, DEARA, and Historic Environment Division.

Representations have been fully considered, however having regard to the policy context and other material considerations above is considered acceptable and compliant with relevant policies. Approval is recommended with delegated authority requested for senior officers to finalise the wording of conditions.

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Case Officer Report Site Location Plan

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Representations: Letters of Support None Received Letters of Objection 4 Number of Support Petitions and No Petitions Received signatures Number of Petitions of Objection and No Petitions Received signatures Representation s from Elected None received Representatives 1.0 Characteristics of the Site and Area

1.1 The proposed site is located at the junction of 46-52 Upper Queen Street and 11a Wellington Street. It comprises a three storey terrace building finished in render with slate roofs. The ground floors are in use as a café, barbers, and a shop. To the rear of the building, and fronting onto Wellington Street is a return, three storeys in height and also finished in render. This element is also operating as a self-contained retail unit. The building dates from approximately 1860.

1.2 The site is located within the City Centre Conservation area. Neighbouring buildings consist of Royston house seven storeys in height, to the north, with Queens Court to the south which is 5 and a half storeys in height. A car park access road runs adjacent to the rear site boundary of Wellington Street which in turn is abutted by a modern office building in brick 6 storeys in height.

2.0 Description of Proposal

Demolition of existing buildings and erection of 7 storey office building with retail unit on ground floor.

3.0 Planning History 3.1 LA04/2017/0461/F - Extensions / Alterations to Oyster House and Royston House comprising of extensions to the 7th floor and 1 additional floor above for offices, an 9 storey lift core extension within the courtyard, creation of roof terrace, alterations to existing elevations and reconfiguration of ground floor to form to 2 new retail units and new entrance lobby on Wellington Place. Approved 17th August 2017.

3.2 LA04/2017/2333/F - Extension to Oyster and Royston House comprising two additional floors of office accommodation (floors 8 and 9), reconfiguration of lift core (on nine floors) at courtyard to rear, modifications to courtyard elevations, removal of existing facades on Wellington Place and Upper Queen Street and replacement with glass and steel façade. Approved 30th March 2018.

4.0 Policy Framework

4.1 Belfast Urban Area Plan 2001 Belfast Metropolitan Area Plan 2015

4.2 Regional Development Strategy (RDS); Strategic Planning Policy Statement (SPPS); Planning Policy Statement 3 (PPS3) - Access, Movement and Parking Planning Policy Statement 13 (PPS13) - Transportation and Land Use Planning Policy Statement 4 (PPS4) – Planning and Economic Development Planning Policy Statement 15 (PPS15) - Planning and Flood Risk Planning Policy Statement 6 (PPS6) – Planning Archaeology and the Built Environment Belfast City Centre Conservation Area Booklet

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Supplementary Planning Guidance including Development Control Advice Note 15 Vehicular Access Standards and Parking Standards

5.0 Statutory Consultee Responses Transport NI – no objections NIEA – no objections subject to revised design and condition and/or informatives; NI Water – no objections;

6.0 Non Statutory Consultee Responses

Environmental Health - no objections subject to conditions and/or informatives. Conservation Officer – contribution to Conservation Area due to building age. Limited architectural merit. Urban Design Officer – no objections.

7.0 Representations The application has been neighbour notified and advertised in the local press.

5 representations (including an email received 5/4/2018) raising concerns including building height, loss of historic fabric/buildings and their associated contribution, impact on character, inappropriate design and loss of retailing.

No further representations were received following advertisement/notification of revisions to the proposal.

8.0 Other Material Considerations None

9.0 Assessment

9.1 The key issues in the assessment of the proposal are as follows:

- The principle of the proposal at this location; - Demolition of a building within the Conservation Area; - Impact on amenity / character of the area and a listed building; - Impact on transport and other infrastructure; and - Loss of retailing.

Policy Considerations:

9.2 Policy SFG3 of the RDS seeks to enhance the role of Belfast City Centre as the regional capital and focus of administration, commerce, specialised services and cultural amenities. This policy states ‘Belfast City Centre has developed its regional shopping offer. A precautionary approach needs to be continued in relation to future major retail development proposals based on the likely risk of out of centre shopping developments having an adverse impact on the city centre shopping area’.

9.3 The SPPS sets out five core planning principles of the planning system, including improving health and well-being, supporting sustainable economic growth, creating and enhancing shared space, and supporting good design and place making. The SPPS states at paragraph 1.13 (page 7) that a number of policy statements, including PPS3, remain applicable under ‘transitional arrangements’.

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9.4 Paragraphs 4.11 and 4.12 require the safeguarding of residential and work environs and the protection of amenity. Paragraphs 4.13-8 highlight the importance of creating shared space, whilst paragraph 4.23-7 stress the importance of good design. Paragraphs 4.18-22 details that sustainable economic growth will be supported.

9.5 Following the recent Court of Appeal decision on BMAP, the extant development plan is now the BUAP. However, given the stage at which the Draft BMAP had reached pre- adoption through a period of independent examination, the policies within the version of BMAP purported to be adopted still carry weight and are a material consideration in the determination of planning applications. The weight to be afforded is a matter of judgement for the decision maker. Within the Draft BMAP the site is identified as falling within a Conservation Area, and also within the primary Retail Core. In the version of BMAP purported to be adopted, Upper Queen Street is excluded from the Primary Retail Core in acknowledgement of limited retail use within the area. It is predominantly a commercial area characterised by offices and non-retail use including restaurant / cafe use. PPS6 is a relevant consideration due to the Conservation Area designation and proximity to Listed Buildings. The site itself is not subject to any zonings.

Consideration

9.6 The primary policy considerations are set out in BH12 – new development in a Conservation Area. BH12 sets out 7 general criteria for proposals. Section 104 of the 2011 Act and the related policy direction of the SPPS take precedence over criterion (a) of PPS6 Policy BH12 New Development in a Conservation Area, which requires the development to preserve or enhance the character of the area. The remaining criteria of this policy however remain. (b) and (c) broadly seek development that is in sympathy with the characteristic built form, scale material and detailing of the area; (d) that proposal will not result in environmental problems such as noise, nuisance and disturbance; (e) that important views within, into and out of the area are protected, and (f) that trees and other landscape features are protected. Criterion (g) seeks redevelopment that conforms to the guidance set out in conservation area documents.

Given the site context, which consists entirely of non-residential uses, the proposed 9.7 ground floor retail and upper floor office uses are considered acceptable in principle subject to other satisfactory design and character issues. One representation raises concerns about loss of retailing but the proposal includes a retail unit at the ground floor.

Principle of Demolition

The Conservation Officer advises that the existing building is of limited architectural 9.8 merit, and it is evident that a significant number of alterations have been undertaken over the years. Internal site visits confirmed that no architectural features remain. Accordingly, and taking account of the Conservation assessment submitted in support of the application, the Conservation Officer considers the contribution to the Conservation Area to be limited to the historic / age of the building, given that it was constructed in approximately 1860 and constitutes the last of buildings of this age within this section of Upper Queen Street. Demolition therefore must be weighed against other material considerations.

Design and character of the Area;

The proposal is seven storeys in height, with the seventh floor set back from the front 9.9 elevation and has a glazed finished with a flat roof with a taller element for plant (31m to highest part of roof, 24.2m to shoulder height). The building is to be finished in brick with

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and metal framed windows, with aluminium louvers to screen the roof plant area.

The layout/siting of the building replicates the adjacent buildings and is therefore 9.10 sympathetic to the existing streetscape form. The fenestration and solid to void ratios of the front elevation are considered sympathetic to the locality. The materials proposed are similar to those in the adjacent buildings and are therefore acceptable. There is a mix of building designs and finishes in the locality and the proposal would be similar in terms of the commercial character of the area. Urban design advice indicated the elevation treatment to be acceptable.

The proposal would not appear as visually discordant within the various streetscapes 9.11 given the scale and massing of neighbouring buildings. A building of similar height has been approved on the adjacent site (LA04/2017/0461/F) on 17th August 2017. The height of this approved building is illustrated above on the proposed elevation. Vistas of and from the City Hall and Spires buildings would not be adversely impacted, and HED have no objections regarding the setting of any listed buildings.

Economic Considerations

The proposal includes retail space at ground floor, which essentially replicates the 9.12 exiting uses and accords with the BMAP retail strategy and location within the Primary Retail Core.

The proposal also includes 1281 sqm of offices on the upper floors. This accords with 9.13 broader economic policies in terms of facilitating new office space within the city centre as discussed within BUAP, BMAP, and regional policy.

Impact on Amenity

Criteria (d) of BH12 requires development that does not result in environmental 9.14 problems. Given the commercial nature of adjoining land uses and their associated site characteristics, it is considered that the proposal will not adversely impact on existing properties in terms of noise, nuisance, privacy, overshadowing or dominance.

Access, Parking and Transport:

In relation to traffic, access, and parking issues, Transport NI was consulted and is 9.15 satisfied with the traffic, parking and access arrangements. Accordingly, the proposal is considered compliant with requirements in PPS3 and associated guidance.

Other Considerations:

Environmental Health has no objection subject to conditions and/or informatives, and 9.16 the proposal will not result in an unacceptable impact in terms of noise, air quality, or related issues. NIEA have no objections in terms of contamination subject to conditions. NI Water has no objection in relation to sewerage or flooding.

Summary of recommendation: Approval

10.0 The critical consideration in this case is the merits of the proposal against the contribution of the existing building to the character of the Conservation Area. Given the Conservation opinion that the contribution is limited to its age only, it is considered on balance, that the economic benefits and compliance with the majority of policies as discussed above outweigh the loss of this building. In terms of design, the proposal

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would make an equal or greater contribution to the Conservation Area.

10.1 Representations have been fully considered, however, having regard to the policy context and other material considerations above, it is considered acceptable and compliant with relevant policies. Approval is recommended and delegated authority is requested for senior officers to finalise conditions.

Neighbour Notification Checked Yes

Conditions

1.The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 5 years from the date of this permission.

Reason: As required by Section 61 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011.

2.No development shall take place until samples of all external finishes has been submitted to and been approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved sample details.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and the character and appearance of the area.

3.All services (including those for water supply, drainage, heating, and gas supplies) shall be laid underground or housed internally within the building hereby approved.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity.

4.No development shall commence until the Planning Authority has received in writing and agreed that suitable risk assessments and supporting data have been provided which identify all unacceptable risks to health and the water environment. The investigations should include, but not be restricted to: - identifying all potential contaminant sources within the planning boundary. - Site investigations and groundwater monitoring designed and implemented in accordance with British Standard BS 10175:2011 + A1:2013 ‘Code of practice for investigation of potentially contaminated land sites’ to identify the contamination risks associated with the potentially contaminating activities which took place at this site. - Provision of risk assessment(s) in accordance with the guidance on Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination (CLR11) to identify all unacceptable risks to health and the water environment and provision of remedial criteria to be met through a remedial strategy. These works are required to ensure that the land will be in a condition suitable for the development.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure that the site is suitable for use.

5. The development hereby permitted shall not commence until a detailed remediation strategy to address all unacceptable risks to environmental receptors identified at Condition 1 has been submitted in writing and agreed with the Planning Authority. This should identify all unacceptable risks on site, the remedial objectives / criteria and the measures which are proposed to mitigate them (including maps / plans showing the remediation design, implementation plan detailing timetable of works, remedial criteria, monitoring program etc.).

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure that the site is suitable for use.

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6. The development hereby permitted shall not be occupied until the remedial measures as described in the remediation strategy submitted under Condition 2 have been fully implemented to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority. The Planning Authority must be given two weeks written notification prior to the commencement of remediation work.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure that the site is suitable for use.

7.No piling work should commence on this site until a piling risk assessment has been submitted in writing and agreed with the Planning Authority. Piling risk assessments should be undertaken in accordance with the methodology contained within the Environment Agency document on “Piling and Penetrative Ground Improvement Methods on Land Affected by Contamination: Guidance on Pollution Prevention”, available at: http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20140328084622/http:/cdn.environmentagency. gov.uk/scho0202bisw-e-e.pdf In the event of unacceptable risks being identified, a remediation strategy shall be agreed with the Planning Authority in writing, and subsequently implemented and verified to its satisfaction.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure that the site is suitable for use.

8. As part of site clearance works, all remaining fuel storage tanks and associated infrastructure on the site shall be fully decommissioned in line with Pollution Prevention Guidance No. 2 (PPG2) and No. 27 (PPG27). Soil and groundwater sampling shall be undertaken for a suitable analytical suite. Should contamination be identified the requirements of Condition 6 will apply.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure the site is suitable for use.

9.If during the development works, new contamination or risks are encountered which have not previously been identified, works should cease and the Department shall be notified immediately. This new contamination shall be fully investigated in accordance with the Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination (CLR11). In the event of unacceptable risks being identified, a remediation strategy shall be agreed with the Department in writing, and subsequently implemented and verified to its satisfaction.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure the site is suitable for use.

10. After completing any remediation works required under Conditions 1 – 6 and prior to occupation of the development, a verification report needs to be submitted in writing and agreed with Department. This report should be completed by competent persons in accordance with the Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination (CLR11). The verification report should present all the remediation and monitoring works undertaken and demonstrate the effectiveness of the works in managing all the risks and achieving the remedial objectives.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure the site is suitable for use.

11. No site works of any nature or development shall take place until a programme of archaeological work has been implemented, in accordance with a written scheme and programme prepared by a qualified archaeologist, submitted by the applicant and approved by the Department. The programme should provide for the identification and evaluation of archaeological remains within the site, for mitigation of the impacts of development, through excavation recording or by preservation of remains, and for preparation of an archaeological

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Reason: to ensure that archaeological remains within the application site are properly identified, and protected or appropriately recorded.

12. Access shall be afforded to the site at all reasonable times to any archaeologist nominated by the Department to observe the operations and to monitor the implementation of archaeological requirements.

Reason: to monitor programmed works in order to ensure that identification, evaluation and appropriate recording of any archaeological remains, or any other specific work required by condition, or agreement is satisfactorily completed.

13. Works for demolition to facilitate the development hereby permitted shall not commence before a valid contract for the carrying out and completion of works of redevelopment of the site for which planning permission has been granted has been entered into, and evidence of that contract submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To ensure the demolition is followed by immediate rebuilding and to maintain the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.

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ANNEX

Date Valid 8th November 2016

Date First Advertised 2nd December 2016

Date Last Advertised 23rd February 2018

Details of Neighbour Notification (all addresses) The Owner/Occupier, 16 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, The Owner/Occupier, 16 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, The Owner/Occupier, 18 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, The Owner/Occupier, 2,Wellington Buildings,1 Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,, The Owner/Occupier, 2-4 Wellington Buildings,Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HT, The Owner/Occupier, 2-4 Wellington Buildings,Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HT, The Owner/Occupier, 2-4 Wellington Buildings,Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HT, The Owner/Occupier, 2-4 Wellington Buildings,Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HT, The Owner/Occupier, 22 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, Wallace Mount, 23, Chimera Wood, Helen'S Bay, Down, Northern Ireland, BT19 1XX The Owner/Occupier, 26 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, The Owner/Occupier, 27 Howard Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6NB, The Owner/Occupier, 27-29,Howard Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6NB, The Owner/Occupier, 28-30,Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, The Owner/Occupier, 34 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GF, The Owner/Occupier, 38 Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GF, The Owner/Occupier, 5 Wellington Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HT, The Owner/Occupier, 5-7 Eagle Star House,Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, The Owner/Occupier, 5-7 Eagle Star House,Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FS, The Owner/Occupier, 50-56 Johnson House,Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GF, The Owner/Occupier, 50-56 Johnson House,Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GF, The Owner/Occupier, 6 Wellington Court,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6HW, The Owner/Occupier, 9 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, David Flinn, Belfast Civic Trust Limited,Goodbody, 6th Floor,42/46 Fountain Street,Belfast,BT1 5EF David Flinn, Belfast Civic Trust Limited,Goodbody, 6th Floor,42/46 Fountain Street,Belfast,BT1 5EF The Owner/Occupier, Bradley House,23 Howard Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6NB, The Owner/Occupier, Bradley House,25 Howard Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6NB,

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The Owner/Occupier, Bradley House,25 Howard Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6NB, The Owner/Occupier, Capital House,3 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, The Owner/Occupier, Capital House,3 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, The Owner/Occupier, Capital House,3 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6PU, The Owner/Occupier, Capital House,3 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6PU, John Graham Claremont Court, Flat 28, Claremont Street, Belfast, Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT9 6UA The Owner/Occupier, Fisherwick Building,9 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, The Owner/Occupier, Floor 6,Capital House,3 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FB, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FA, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Royston House,34 Upper Queen Street,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6FD, The Owner/Occupier, Unit 6,Ferguson/royston House,Wellington Place,Town Parks,Belfast,Antrim,BT1 6GE, David Flynn

Date of Last Neighbour Notification 19/02/2018

Date of EIA Determination N/A ES Requested No

Drawing Numbers and Title Drawing No. 01, 03B, 04B

Notification to Department (if relevant) If members are minded to approve the application, the Council will be required to notify DFI under Section 105(6) of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011. Representations from Elected Members: None

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Summary Committee Meeting Date: 15 May 2018 Application ID: LA04/2017/2629/RM Proposal: Location: Proposed 2 storey community building to Vacant land to the west of 75 Alliance Avenue provide indoor play area, training and Belfast education facilities including outdoor play area, car parking and associated landscaping (amended plans and additional information)

Referral Route: Belfast City Council interest.

Recommendation: Approval Applicant Name and Address: Agent Name and Address: Grace Women’s Development Ltd WDR & RT Taggart C/O Ardoyne Community Centre Laganwood House 40 Herbert Street Newforge Lane Belfast Belfast BT14 7FE BT9 5NX

Executive Summary:

Reserved matters planning approval is sought for a 2 storey community building to provide indoor play area, training and education facilities including outdoor play area, car parking and associated landscaping.

The site is unzoned whiteland within the BUAP 2001 and draft BMAP 2015. The site falls within the development limits for Belfast in both Plans.

The main issues to be considered are; - The principle of the use of the proposal, - The impact of the development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, - The impact on traffic and parking; - Flood risk and; - Amenity.

The proposal has been assessed against the draft development plan (dBMAP 2015) and relevant regional planning policies. The proposal is considered to be compliant with the draft plan and prevailing regional policy.

No third party representations have been received.

Recommendation Having had regard to the development plan and other material considerations it is recommended that the application is approved subject to conditions. Case Officer Report Application ID: LA04/2017/2629/RM Site Location Plan

Third Party Representations: Letters of Support None Received Letters of Objection None Received Number of Support Petitions and No Petitions Received signatures Number of Petitions of Objection and No Petitions Received signatures

Characteristics of the Site and Area

1.0 Description of Proposed Development

Reserved matters planning approval is sought for a 2 storey community building to provide indoor play area, training and education facilities including outdoor play area, car parking and associated landscaping.

2.0 Description of Site

The site is an area of green space, grassed and bounded along the footpath by a metal railing approximately 1m in height. To the rear it is bound by a metal and brick pier 'peace-line' wall, beyond which lies open space as well as residential properties, some of which are derelict. To the east of the site is a two storey residential property along the boundary. To the west of the site are a number of commercial and retail properties, some of which are lying vacant. Directly opposite, across the road on Alliance Avenue there is a row of derelict shop units. The site is relatively flat but with a gentle slope towards rear (north).

The immediate local area is characterised by residential development, mostly terraced dwellings / social housing.

Planning Assessment of Policy and other Material Considerations

3.0 Site History

Z/2012/1414/O – Land to the west of No 75 Alliance Avenue, Belfast

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BT14 7PJ - Proposed two storey community building to provide childcare, indoor play area, training and education facilities including outdoor play area, car parking and associated landscaping. Approval.

4.0 Policy Framework

4.1 Draft Belfast Metropolitan Area Plan 2015 Belfast Urban Area Plan 2001

Following the recent Court of Appeal decision on BMAP, the extant development plan is now the BUAP. However, given the stage at which the Draft BMAP had reached pre- adoption through a period of independent examination, the policies within the Draft BMAP still carry weight and are a material consideration in the determination of planning applications. The weight to be afforded is a matter of judgement for the decision maker. 4.2 Regional Development Strategy 2035; Belfast Urban Area Plan 2001; Belfast Metropolitan Area Plan (BMAP) 2015 (draft); Strategic Planning Policy Statement for NI (SPPS); Planning Policy Statement 8 - PPS8: Open Space, Sport & Outdoor Recreation; Planning Policy Statement 6 – PPS 6: Planning, Archaeology and the Built Heritage; Planning Policy Statement 3 - PPS3: Access, Movement and Parking; and Planning Policy Statement 15 – Planning and Flood Risk.

5.0 Assessment

5.1 Consultations: The following bodies were consulted as part of the processing of this application: DfI Roads; NIEA; River Agency; Belfast City Council‘s Environment and Health Services Dept.; PSNI; and NIWater.

None have any objection in principle to the proposal.

5.2 Constraints: The site is unzoned whiteland within the BUAP 2001 and draft BMAP 2015. The site falls within the development limits for Belfast in both Plans.

5.3 Principle of Development The principle of the proposal at this location has been established by the granting of outline planning permission on this site under planning application ref. Z/2012/1414/O which expired on 26 November 2017. The current proposal was submitted before this date as required under Section 62 of the Planning Act (NI) 2011.

This leaves the following issues to be addressed: the impact of the proposal on the:

1. Character of the surrounding area; 2. Amenity; 3. Parking / traffic; and 4. Flood risk.

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5.4 Design: The proposed building will be two-storey with a 10 degree pitched roof. There will also be a single-storey element wrap-around on its east side; two storey protections to the south (front) and north/north-west (rear). The external finished materials will consist of a mix of clay red brick, render and metal cladding to walls; metal cladding to the roof; and double glazed windows in aluminium frames. There is a strong solid to void ratio. The form, massing and design of the proposed building will not result in demonstrable harm to the overall character of the surrounding area. This complies with paragraphs 4.23-4.36 of the SPPS.

5.5 Levels: The proposal responds to the existing levels on the site without the need for any retaining structures or/ and infilling. The proposed finished floor level is approximately the same height as the existing ground level.

5.6 Landscaping: The proposal has an adequate level of soft landscaping relative to the prevailing local area, including the retention of existing trees where possible. However, a landscape plan with details of all proposed hard and soft landscaping will be required to be submitted for approval prior to construction commencing to ensure that adequate plant species, number etc are planted and to ensure that existing trees are properly identified and retained where possible. This can be secured via a negative condition. Fencing and other means of enclosure are considered to be acceptable in the context of the site and surrounding area.

5.7 Amenity: The form, design and siting of the proposed building will not affect any neighbouring buildings. There are ample separation distances to surrounding properties. None of the proposed windows overlook onto any neighbouring residential properties. This complies with paragraphs 4.11-4.12 of the SPPS.

5.8 Access and Parking: Vehicular access is proposed from Alliance Avenue to the east side of the site, where proposed off-street car parking is to be located. DfI Roads has been consulted and has deemed the proposal to comply with relevant policies contained within PPS 3.

5.9 Flooding: A culvert passes through the east side of the site. The site also falls within the 1 in 100 year fluvial flood plain. As such Policy FLD 1 of PPS15 is applicable. This states that no new development shall be permitted within the 1 in 100 year fluvial flood plain unless it can be demonstrated that the proposal is an exception to this policy. The principle of the proposal has already been established by the granting of outline permission in 2014 which demonstrates the exception. The applicant has submitted a Drainage Assessment and Flood Risk Assessment in respect of the flood plain and the culvert. Rivers Agency has, on further consultation, advised that a Schedule 6 consent letter for proposed discharge to a watercourse is required before they will fully assess the Drainage Assessment. Rivers also advised that floodplain storage will be lost as a result of the proposal and have the potential to cause worsening of flooding other locations. As such they state that compensation proposals are required to mitigate against further floodplain storage. It is advised that these issues are resolved via a negative condition given that the principle of the proposed development has already been established via the outline permission.

5.10 Other material considerations: The proposal will bring significant community and regeneration benefits to a socially

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deprived area.

5.11 Conclusion The proposal will not have any detrimental impact on the character of the surrounding area or the amenity of any surrounding / adjoining land use. It will also bring significant social benefits through urban regeneration, employment and provision of a local community facility.

6.0 Recommendation Having regard to the policy context and other material considerations above, the proposal is considered acceptable and planning permission is recommended subject to the following conditions:

7.0 Conditions:

1. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 5 years from the date of this permission.

Reason: As required by Section 61 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011.

2. If during the development works, new contamination or risks are encountered which have not previously been identified, works should cease and the Planning Authority shall be notified immediately. This new contamination shall be fully investigated in accordance with the Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination (CLR11). In the event of unacceptable risks being identified, a remediation strategy shall be agreed with the Planning Authority in writing, and subsequently implemented and verified to its satisfaction.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure the site is suitable for use.

3. After completing the remediation works under Condition 2; and prior to occupation of the development, a verification report needs to be submitted in writing and agreed with Planning Authority. This report should be completed by competent persons in accordance with the Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination (CLR11).

The verification report should present all the remediation and monitoring works undertaken and demonstrate the effectiveness of the works in managing all the risks and achieving the remedial objectives.

Reason: Protection of environmental receptors to ensure the site is suitable for use.

4. The vehicular access, including visibility splays and any forward sight distance, shall be provided in accordance with Drawing No. 02A, bearing the date stamp 26 April 2018.

Reason: To ensure there is a satisfactory means of access in the interests of road safety and the convenience of road users.

5. The area within the visibility splays and any forward sight line shall be cleared to provide a level surface no higher than 250 mm above the level of the adjoining carriageway before the development hereby permitted is commenced and such

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splays shall be retained and kept clear thereafter.

Reason: To ensure there is a satisfactory means of access in the interest of road safety and the convenience of road users

6. The development hereby permitted shall not be occupied until hard surfaced areas have been constructed in accordance with Drawing No. 02A, bearing the date stamp 26 April 2018, to provide for parking within the site. No part of these hard surfaced areas shall be used for any purpose at any time other than for the parking and movement of vehicles in connection with the approved development.

Reason: To ensure that adequate provision has been made for parking within the site.

7. No development shall commence on site until details of all enclosures including fences and the bin store have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and the character and appearance of the area.

8. No development shall commence on site until a detailed landscape plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and the character and appearance of the area.

9. Prior to commencement of any works associated with the development hereby approved, the applicant / developer shall demonstrate in writing how loss of floodplain storage will be mitigated against. This shall be agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: To prevent flooding as a result of the development.

10 Prior to commencement of any works associated with the development hereby approved, the applicant / developer shall obtain a Schedule 6 consent from Rivers Agency to discharge into any watercourse.

Reason: To demonstrate the viability of the drainage from the development to the satisfaction of Rivers Agency.

Informatives

1. The purpose of the Conditions 2 – 3 is to ensure that any site risk assessment and remediation work is undertaken to a standard that enables safe development and end-use of the site such that it would not be determined as contaminated land under the forthcoming Contaminated Land legislation i.e. Part 3 of the Waste and Contaminated Land Order (NI) 1997. It remains the responsibility of the developer to undertake and demonstrate that the works have been effective in managing all risks.

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2. Notwithstanding the terms and conditions of the Planning Service approval set out above, you are required under Article 71-83 inclusive of the Roads (NI) Order 1993 to be in possession of the Department for Regional Development’s consent before any work is commenced which involves making or altering any opening to any boundary adjacent to the public road, verge, or footway or any part of said road, verge, or footway bounding the site. The consent is available on personal application to the TransportNI Section Engineer whose address is, 148-158 Corporation Street, Belfast, BT1 3DH. A monetary deposit will be required to cover works on the public road.

3. Precautions shall be taken to prevent the deposit of mud and other debris on the adjacent road by vehicles travelling to and from the construction site. Any mud, refuse, etc deposited on the road as a result of the development, must be removed immediately by the operator/contractor.

4. All construction plant and materials shall be stored within the curtilage of the site.

5. Public water supply within 20m of your proposal, the Developer is required to consult with NIW to determine how the proposed development can be served. Application to NIW is required to obtain approval to connect.

6. Foul sewer within 20m of your proposal, the Developer is required to consult with NIW to determine how the proposed development can be served.

7. Application to NIW is required to obtain approval to connect.

8. Surface water sewer within 20m of your proposal, the Developer is required to consult with NIW to determine how the proposed development can be served. Application to NIW is required to obtain approval to connect.

9. No construction to be made, trees planted or other obstruction made within • 3m (or 1.5 times the depth whichever is greater) of sewers, OR • 4m (or 1.5 times the depth whichever is greater) of watermains <350mm diameter or 8m of watermains of 350mm diameter or greater. A diversion may be necessary. Consultation with NIW is required at an early design stage.

10. The applicant is advised to contact NIW Waterline on 03457 440088 or [email protected], upon receipt of this consultation to discuss any areas of concern. Application forms and guidance are also available via these means.

11. If during the course of developing the site the developer uncovers a pipe not previously evident, NIW should be notified immediately in order that arrangements may be made for investigation and direction in respect of any necessary measures required to deal with the pipe. Notify NIW Waterline on 03458 770002.

12. Although it has been determined above if NIW infrastructure is within 20m of your proposal, consultation with NIW is required at an early design stage by means of a Predevelopment Enquiry to obtain details of the availability of existing water and sewerage infrastructure and how their proposal may be serviced.

13. Under the terms of Schedule 6 of the Drainage (NI) Order 1973, any proposals either temporary or permanent, in connection with the

Page 7 of 10 Application ID: LA04/2017/2629/RM development which involves interference with any watercourses such as culverting, bridging, diversion, building adjacent to or discharging storm water etc requires the written consent of DfI Rivers. This should be obtained from the Eastern Regional Office at Ravarnet House, Altona Road, Largymore, Lisburn BT27 5QB.

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ANNEX

Date Valid 22nd November 2017

Date First Advertised 8th December 2017

Date Last Advertised 9th February 2018

Details of Neighbour Notification (all addresses) The Owner/Occupier, 68 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 70 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 72 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 74 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 75 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 76 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 78 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 86 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 88 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7PJ, The Owner/Occupier, 90 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7NW, The Owner/Occupier, Jackies Hairdressers,99 Alliance Avenue,Belfast,Antrim,BT14 7NT,

Date of Last Neighbour Notification 1st February 2018

Date of EIA Determination ES Requested No

Planning History

Ref ID: Z/2012/1414/O Proposal: Proposed two storey community building to provide childcare, indoor play area, training and education facilities including outdoor play area, carparking and associated landscaping Address: Land to the west of No 75 Alliance Avenue, Old Park, Belfast, BT14 7PJ, Decision: Approval. Decision Date: 27.11.2014

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Drawing Numbers and Title

Drawing No. 01 Type: Site Location Plan

Drawing No. 02A Type: Proposed Site layout

Drawing No. 03 Type: Existing Site Constraints

Drawing No. 04B Type: Proposed Ground Floor Layout

Drawing No. 05B Type: Proposed First Floor Layout

Drawing No. 06A Type: Proposed Roof Layout

Drawing No. 07B Type: Proposed Elevations

Drawing No. 08 Type: Proposed Cross Sections

Drawing No. 09 Type: Proposed Longitudinal Section

Drawing No. 10 Type: Topographical Survey

Drawing No. 11 Type: Fence Details

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