Planning applications in Ards and North Down, October 2025

67 Saratoga Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 4BD

Single-storey side extension and graded access to front

Lands SE of the Copelands Link roundabout at the Comber Bypass, Comber

Discharge of condition 10 to the planning approval LA06/2018/0997/RM, which states: No site works of any nature or development shall take place until a programme of archaeological work (POW) has been prepared by a qualified archaeologist, submitted by the applicant and approved in writing by the Council in consultation with Historic Environment Division, Department for Communities. The POW shall provide for - the identification and evaluation of archaeological remains within the site; - mitigation of the impacts of the development through licensed excavation recording or by preservation of remains in-situ post-excavation analysis sufficient to prepare an archaeological report, to publication standard if necessary; and – preparation of the digital, documentary and material archive for deposition .

1 Seahill Drive, Holywood, BT18 0DF

Single-storey rear extension

Lands south east of Copelands Link Roundabout at the Comber Bypass, Comber, BT23 5ZP

Discharge of condition 12 of planning approval LA06/2020/0129/RM which states: No site works of any nature or development shall take place until a programme of archaeological work (POW) has been prepared by a qualified archaeologist, submitted by the applicant and approved in writing by the Council in consultation with Historic Environment Division, Department for Communities. The POW shall provide for - the identification and evaluation of archaeological remains within the site; - mitigation of the impacts of the development through licensed excavation recording or by preservation of remains in-situ post-excavation analysis sufficient to prepare an archaeological report, to publication standard if necessary; and - preparation of the digital, documentary and material archive for deposition .

89b Mill Street, Newtownards,BT23 4LW

2 Painted signs (Retrospective)

29 Church Road, Holywood, BT18 9BU

Discharge of Condition 2 of previously approved application LA06/2025/0394/F which states:- Prior to operation of the restaurant hereby approved, full details and specifications of the extract ventilation and odour control system shall be submitted to the Council for approval in writing prior to installation. The extract ventilation and odour control system shall be installed in accordance with the approved details prior to operation of the restaurant hereby approved and shall be permanently retained thereafter. Reason: To ensure the occupiers of nearby residential premises are not adversely affected by noise or cooking odours.

89b Mill Street, Newtownards, BT23 4LW

Retrospective Change of Use from a car repair garage (sui generis) to office (Class B1) with ancillary car parking and all associated site works

2a Green Lane, Conlig, BT23 7GL

Alteration to garage (including extension, dormer, external steps, and use of garage roofspace for home office)

Approx. 23m East of 55 Morey Hills, Donaghadee, BT21 0NW

Erection of dwelling and integral garage (Change of house type approved under X/2015/0155/F) to include sunroom

10 Perry Drive, Bangor, BT19 6UD

Demolition of rear return and construction of a one and a half storey rear extension and front dormer (amended description)

Ards Containers Depot 278 Killaughey Road Donaghadee BT21 0ND

Replacement office building

Springhill Shopping Centre, Killeen Avenue, Bangor, BT19 1NB

Variation of condition 9 of planning permission ref: W/2007/1028/F – to Amalgamate units 4 + 5 of Springhill shopping centre, Killeen Avenue, Bangor. (Full proposal description available on NIPP) [Amended address, plan & information]

8 Andrews Shorefield. Groomsport, BT19 6LJ

Replacement dwelling (Amended Plans)

17 Ringbuoy Cove, Cloughey, BT22 1LL

Single-storey rear extension

Ards Containers Depot, 278 Killaughey Road, Donaghadee, BT21 0ND

Extensions to existing Waste Transfer building

Lands 207m SW of 210 Old Holywood Road, Holywood, BT18 9QS

Erection of store with hardstanding and associated siteworks (Retrospective)

39 First Avenue Rivenwood, Newtownards, BT23 8HJ

Single-storey rear extension. New ground-floor gable window

Units 4 and 5, Springhill Shopping Centre, Killeen Avenue, Bangor, BT19 1NB

3 Internally Illuminated Shop signs

16 Thorny Hill Road Killinchy BT23 6SL

First-floor side extension with a balcony and stairs, and dormer windows and roof lights to the front and rear

8 The Crescent Holywood BT18 9AY

Two-storey extension side and rear; renovation works (demolition of side and rear returns)

39 Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT23 8NN

Retention of change of use from sui generis (car sales) to retail (bulky electrical goods), access, parking and ancillary site works

12a Grey Point, Helen's Bay, BT19 1LE

Demolition of the rear conservatory. Single-storey rear and side extension, raised patio to rear and side, detached garage and all associated works

8 The Crescent Holywood BT18 9AY

Two-storey extension side and rear; renovation works (demolition of side and rear returns)

6 Beverley Mews, Newtownards, BT23 7YD

Lifting platform to front; new vehicle access and parking area (including retaining walls)

Lands located approx. 250m to the South of 61 Ballybarnes Road (Northstone Quarry), Newtownards, BT23 4UE

Replacement dwelling and garage as per LA06/2022/0494/O

Lands 50m South of 46 Portaferry Road, Kircubbin, BT22 2RY

New detached dwelling and garage

Woburn House, 120 Ballywalter Road, Millisle and adjacent lands bound by Drumfad Road to the southeast and Ballywalter Road to the north located to the west and south-west of Nos. 26 & 27 Woburn Drive and approximately 215m north-east of 25 Drumfad Road, Millisle, BT22.

Proposed enabling development to allow for the restoration and conversion of the Grade B2 Listed Woburn House to apartments through associated new residential development of c. 190 units, landscaping and site works

13 Ranfurly Avenue, Bangor, BT20 3SN

Single-storey rear extensions, re-roofing of main dwelling, internal refurbishment, and all associated works

Land Approx 124m SW of 11 Lusky Road, Ballygowan

Hen house for 39k broilers, incorporating new access onto Lusky Road, ancillary building, 2 x meal silos, new swale for storm water attenuation, pv panels to roof, of hen house. New concreted turning area, retaining walls and additional landscaping around site

39 Woburn Road, Millisle, BT22 2HY

Demolition of the rear conservatory. Single-storey rear extension, changes to fenestration, including a new first-floor side window

18 Ballyblack Road, Loughries, Newtownards, BT22 2AP

Pole mounted CCTV Cameras for domestic use (retrospective)

6 Ben Vista Park, Holywood, BT18 0LS

Two-storey front extension, double garage, 2m boundary wall, and alterations to access

45 Ballyrainey Road Newtownards BT23 5AD

Detached Garage. Single storey rear extension. Relocation of access and all associated works

18 Hibernia Street, Holywood, BT18 9JE

Discharge of Condition 8 of previously approved application LA06/2022/0674/F, which states: A programme of post-excavation analysis, preparation of an archaeological report, dissemination of results and preparation of the excavation archive shall be undertaken in accordance with the programme of archaeological work approved under condition 7. These measures shall be implemented, and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to the Council within 12 months of the completion of archaeological site works, or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Council. Reason: To ensure that the results of archaeological works are appropriately analysed and disseminated and the excavation archive is prepared to a suitable standard for deposition.

Unit 1, Bloomfield Retail Park, Bangor, BT19 7JD

Replacement of existing shopfronts and entrance doors with new comprising 2 no. increased height shopfronts, and 1 no. shopfront to suit existing opening together with automatic bi-parting entrance doors

Unit 1 Bloomfield Retail Park, Bangor, BT19 7JD

1 Other - High level front elevation - Sign A, 2 Other - Panels to North Totem Pole - Sign C, 2 Other - Panels to South Totem Pole - Sign B, 1 Other - Directional signage -Sign G, 1 Other - Sign F Loading Bay sign

39 Loughries Road Loughriscourse BT23 8RW

Single storey replacement dwelling

Field between Nos. 118 & 122 Killinchy Road, Comber, BT23 5NE.

Infill dwelling on existing vacant field between 118 & 122, Killinchy Road Comber. Renewal of previously approved application LA06/2022/0376/O

18 Hibernia Street, Holywood, BT18 9JE

Discharge of Conditions 11 & 12 of LA06/2022/0674/F. Condition 11: If during the development works, new contamination and risks are encountered which have not previously been identified, works shall cease, and the Council 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 Council in writing and subsequently implemented to its satisfaction. Reason: Protection of environmental receptors and human health to ensure the site is suitable for use. Condition 12: After completing all remediation works under Condition 11 and prior to occupation of the development, a verification report shall be submitted in writing and agreed with the Council. This report shall be completed by competent persons in accordance with the Land Contamination: Risk Management (LCRM) guidance. The verification report shall 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 and human health to ensure the site is suitable for use.

15 Ballymenoch Park, Holywood, BT18 0LP

Demolition of the attached garage and single-storey front element. Two-storey side and single-storey front extension, including new bay windows to the front

Royal Ulster Yacht Club 101 Clifton Road, Bangor, BT20 5HY

The removal and replacement of 1No. existing cabinet and ancillary works

Royal Ulster Yacht Club 101 Clifton Road, Bangor, BT20 5HY

The removal and replacement of 1No. existing cabinet and ancillary works

Public open space approximately 10m East of 1-6 Mount Pleasant, Bangor

Erection of art installation with associated lighting and site works within proposed public realm associated with Queen's Parade redevelopment (planning permission reference LA06/2024/0559/F)

Approx. 46m northwest of 12 Queen's Parade, Marine Gardens, Queen's Parade, Bangor, BT20 3BJ

Erection of art installation with associated lighting and site works within proposed public realm associated with Queen's Parade redevelopment (planning permission reference LA06/2024/0559/F)

62 Gransha Road, Kircubbin, BT22 1AJ

Demolition of existing dwelling

16 Tullynakill Road, Comber, BT23 6EJ

Single-storey extension to sides and rear; new detached shed

144 Crawfordsburn Road, Bangor, BT19 1HY

Single-storey rear and side extension (to replace existing rear return)

30 Firmount Crescent, Holywood, BT18 9QL

Single-storey extension to side

4 Castle Espie Road, Comber, BT23 5SY

Single-storey extension to side

Lands 75m SW of Castlebawn Roundabout, Newtownards, BT23 4XE

Erection of 4No. EV charging stations (8No. EV charging ports) and associated electricity infrastructure, hard and soft landscaping and all other site works