Planning applications in Mid and East Antrim, July 2026

11m south east of no. 40 Ballybracken Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9QZ

Proposed Replacement Dwelling, with integrated carport & attached Agricultural Store.

Site 250m West of 411 Old Glenarm Road, Ballygally, Larne

Proposed Change of House Type, from current approval LA02/2022/0332/F

116 Moorfields Road, Ballymena, BT42 3HJ

Discharge of condition 14 of LA02/2021/0492/F -Preliminary Risk Assessment (PRA) and Generic Quantitative Risk Assessment (GQRA received

Land Approximately 100m North West of 34 Skerdan Road, Portglenone, BT44 8EY

Proposed Erection of a Free Range Organic Poultry Shed with 2No. Feed Bins, a Storage Shed, Roof-Mounted PV Panels, construction of a Swale, a NAP Compliant Slurry Tank and all associated Site Works (Poultry Shed to Contain 6,500 Free Range Organic Egg Laying Hens)

108 Galgorm Road, Ballymena, BT42 1AE

Refurbishment of existing garage/outbuildings including first floor balcony to rear

Adjacent to 28 Bally Road Ballymena BT43 6QT

Proposed detached dwelling & garage

ADJ TO 30 Bally Road, Ballymena, BT43 6QT

PROPOSED DETACHED DWELLING & GARAGE

Tully Quarry 116 Moorfields Road, Ballymena, BT42 3HJ

Non-Material Change to LA02/2021/0492/F - related to reduced scale of plant (tanks), reduced administration building and reconfiguration of other development and/or plant

17 Main Street Kells BT42 3JH

Proposed domestic garage

Carnfunnock Country Park, Coast Road, Larne, BT40 2QZ

New external signage for new visitor centre and amenity block at Carnfunnock Country Park

52 Main Street, Larne, BT40 1SP

Replacement of fascia sign

Ballyboley Primary School 36 Braepark Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9UW

Removal of existing modular and installation of 1 No. Modular Accommodation with associated site works.

35 Ballyrickard Road, Larne, BT40 3EQ

Demolition of the existing derelict farmhouse and the erection of a detached domestic garage.

To the rear of 18 Garvaghy Road, Portglenone

Proposed replacement dwelling

210m SE of 21 MOUNT STAFFORD ROAD GORTFAD PORTGLENONE BT44 8AQ

Outline for replacement dwelling

19 Broughdone Lane Cullybackey Ballymena BT43 5QJ

Replacement dwelling and Garage

73-75 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena, BT43 6AN

2 Shop sign, 1 Projecting sign, 2 Digital, 12 Prismatic

Land opposite 24 & 26 Sourhill Road, Ballymena, BT42 2NB

Proposed residential development comprising of 14 no. two storey detached dwellings and 10 no. apartments in two detached three storey blocks inc. parking, landscaping, amenity spaces, access roads and associated site works. Retention of previously approved site entrance location and access geometry granted for residential development G/2013/0156/RM and LA02/2021/0711/F.

7 Rossland Park, Ballymena, BT43 7LG

Proposed Garage Conversion with associated internal alterations and level access to front of dwelling.

Approx 282m NE of 17 Doagh Rd Kells

Proposed free-range layer unit for up to 29600 free-range hens, new access onto the public road, new access lane, concrete area for collections and deliveries, new litter stores, meal bins, swale for stormwater attenuation, PV panels to roof and associated landscaping.

Larne High School 20 Sallagh Park, Larne, BT40 1NT

Proposed erection of a 1-1 teaching pod to be located by the school's playing fields

Lands at and to the west, north and northwest including no.22 Finlaystown Road, Portglenone

Discharge of Condition No. 6 of LA02/2024/0287/F- Prior to the construction of the drainage network, the applicant shall submit a Drainage Assessment, compliant with FRD 3 of the LDP, to be agreed with the Council which demonstrates the safe management of any out of sewer flooding emanating from the surface water drainage network, agreed under Article 161, in a 1 in 100 year event, including an allowance for climate change (10%) and urban creep (10%).

30A PAISLEY ROAD COMMONS CARRICKFERGUS BT38 9AH

Detached Garage with first floor storage space.

Adjacent to 71 Ballyalbanagh Road, Ballyclare

Site of replacement dwelling and garage

163 Blackthorn Rise Larne BT40 2NB

Proposed two-storey side extension to dwelling and alteration of part of existing boundary wall.

47 Argyll View, Larne, BT40 2JS

Single storey rear extension to dwelling

Adjacent to and North of No 48 Watch Hill Rd, Larne

Proposed Infill Dwelling & Garage

80m Northwest of 42 Tully Road Portglenone Ballymena BT44 8DG

Dwelling and Garage

83-111 Church Street Ballymena BT53 6DG

Proposed reconfiguration of existing retail units at Church Street with erection of new-build residential units above, including the demolition of storage buildings and erection of new residential block with access via Meeting House Lane (circa 91 residential units in total).

Ballymena Livestock Market Woodside Road Ballymena BT42 4QJ

Erection of storage shed for the storage, display and sale of agricultural machinery, plant and other implements/equipment in conjunction with the Ballymena Livestock Market auctions (retrospective)

Between 34a and 36 Drumramer Road, Ahoghill, Ballymena

Site of dwelling and garage (Infill)

Vacant industrial land north of Nos 2-34 Montague Avenue, west of Nos 21-51 Toome Road and 1-5 Riverside Terrace, south of Ballee Burn and east of Railway Line, Ballymena

Reconfiguration of plots and road layout for 12 No dwellings within development which has been approved under LA02/2023/1788/F.

Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway Carrickfergus BT38 7BG

Removal of inappropriate modern buildings to allow for the provision of a new visitor facility building and improved access to and within Carrickfergus Castle. Demolitions and Removals include: Partial lowering of portcullis at the Gatehouse, removal of existing Visitor Building and Education Building within the Outer Ward, partial excavation of north face ditch at the Middle Ward Wall, removal of Accessible WC in the Ordonnance Store, partial reconstruction of the Middle Ward wall, removal of modern fit out of the Great Tower. Partial demolition of the existing modern access ramp leading from the marine Highway to the Castle. Section of existing basalt masonry wall to be dismantled and cleared to accommodate new ramp. Removal of some street furniture and lighting to the front of the Castle.

Former bank building and adjacent High Street car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AL

Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building at 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, and erection of a three-storey visitor centre of approximately 1,005 sq. m, comprising reception and tourist-information facilities, retail space, interpretation and exhibition galleries, an audio-visual experience, education and sensory spaces, public toilets including accessible and Changing Places facilities, flexible multipurpose and event spaces, kitchen facilities, staff offices and welfare accommodation, and an external terrace overlooking Belfast Lough and Carrickfergus Castle; together with the reconfiguration of the adjoining High Street car park, provision of coach drop-off and accessible parking facilities, pedestrian and cycle access, refuse and servicing arrangements, landscaping, public-realm works, drainage, utilities and all associated site works

Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG

Heritage-led visitor, access and interpretation works at Carrickfergus Castle, comprising removal of the existing Visitor Building, Education Building and other modern additions; erection of a new entrance and visitor facilities building; alterations and improvements to the Gatehouse, Outer Ward, West Battery, Grand Battery, Middle Ward, Inner Ward, Great Hall, Flash Room and Ordnance Store; partial re-excavation of the Middle Ward ditch, partial reconstruction of the Middle Ward wall and provision of a new bridge; formation and enhancement of visitor routes, including new paving, level-access works, ramps, lifts, stairs, handrails, balustrades and guarding; alterations to gun emplacements and wall walks; reinstatement and adaptation of historic features; internal and external works to the Great Tower, including removal of modern fit-out, replacement floor finishes, new lift and stair access, fire-safety and servicing works, reinstatement of the south-west spiral stair, public access to the roof and associated roof balustrading; installation of interpretive fit-out, setworks and displays; provision of plant, WCs and ancillary visitor accommodation; together with associated conservation, repair, landscaping, drainage, lighting, services and all ancillary site works. Construction of a new landscaped, curving and universally accessible raised ramp between the Marine Highway pedestrian crossing and the entrance to Carrickfergus Castle, incorporating landings, handrails, balustrades, integrated seating and planters; partial demolition and alteration of the existing modern access ramp and reconstructed basalt wall to form the new connection; relocation and reinstatement of existing memorials, benches and other site furniture; and associated steps, surfacing, planting, lighting, drainage, public-realm and ancillary site works.

Former Danske Bank and adjacent car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AL

Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building.

4 Carnview Park, Ballymena, BT43 5NH

NIHE single storey front extension and alteration to provide for assisted living

Galgorm Resort & Spa 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, BT42 1EA

Change of use from existing storage building to new gym facility and office accommodation (ancillary to the main hotel), with internal layout alterations and changes to the external appearance of the building. Associated external works to provide access.

Carrickfergus town centre extending to the railway line to the north, King William Pier and the Bollards to the south, Joymount to the east and Albert Road to the west. Works included on North Street, High Street, Antrim Street, Castle Street, Market Place, West Street, Governors Place, Lancasterian Street, Lancastrian Street Car Park, Victoria Street, St. Brides Street, St. Brides Street Car Park, Joymount House Car Park, Carrickfergus Bowling Club, Shaftesbury Park, Marine Highway and land adjacent to Carrickfergus Castle.

Comprehensive public realm regeneration works across Carrickfergus town centre and waterfront, comprising the creation and reconfiguration of the Waterfront Park, Castle Parade Square and associated car parking; provision of an urban beach, interactive water feature and flexible event spaces; enhancement of streets, civic spaces and historic gateways, including North Gate, Irish Gate and the North East Bastion; formation of a continuous, universally accessible heritage route along the historic town walls; accessibility improvements; and associated hard and soft landscaping, planting, lighting, street furniture, public art, interpretation, drainage, utilities and ancillary works.

Carrickfergus Town Hall, Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DG

Refurbishment and alteration of Carrickfergus Town Hall, the Museum and Civic Centre and the former Community Advice Building to create an integrated civic, arts, cultural and community hub, including internal reconfiguration and removal of later non-original additions; upgrading of the Jubilee Hall, Dobbs Room, foyer, reception, bar, ancillary, museum and atrium spaces; conversion of the former Advice Building to a lifelong-learning and education suite with Changing Places provision; relocation and enhancement of the Civic Centre café and erection of an associated glazed winter-garden extension following removal of the existing covered porch; reconfiguration of the courtyard, including removal of car parking, to provide a flexible space for events, markets and community gatherings; accessibility improvements comprising new ramps, steps and entrances; and associated landscaping, paving, lighting, interpretation, building-services, drainage, refuse, servicing and ancillary works.

Carrickfergus Town Hall, Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DG

Refurbishment and alteration of Carrickfergus Town Hall, the Museum and Civic Centre and the former Community Advice Building to create an integrated civic, arts, cultural and community hub, including internal reconfiguration and removal of later non-original additions; upgrading of the Jubilee Hall, Dobbs Room, foyer, reception, bar, ancillary, museum and atrium spaces; conversion of the former Advice Building to a lifelong-learning and education suite with Changing Places provision; relocation and enhancement of the Civic Centre café and erection of an associated glazed winter-garden extension following removal of the existing covered porch; reconfiguration of the courtyard, including removal of car parking, to provide a flexible space for events, markets and community gatherings; accessibility improvements comprising new ramps, steps and entrances; and associated landscaping, paving, lighting, interpretation, building-services, drainage, refuse, servicing and ancillary works.

Kells & Connor Pharmacy 34 Church Road, Kells, Ballymena, BT42 3JU

Change of use of first floor storage and office of existing pharmacy to Doctor's Surgery

Flat B 48 Scotch Quarter Carrickfergus BT38 7DP

The proposed works to the rear elevation involve the replacement the existing kitchen window opening, with an external door to facilitate direct access from the apartment onto a rear first floor terrace. For the front elevation overlooking Scotch Quarter, the proposal is to lower the sill height therefore increasing the amount of glazing associated with the main living space.

The Swift Restaurant 2 Rodgers Quay Carrickfergus BT38 8BE

Discharge of Condition No.2 of LA02/2024/0900/DCA - Signed extract from the JCT Standard Building Contract (without quantities) for the construction of the approved development.

Between 179 & 181 ROGUERY ROAD KILKNOCK TOOME BT41 3RR

SITE FOR INFILL DWELLING

7 Alexander Park, Carrickfergus, BT38 7LL

Proposed replacement of single storey gable garage with new 2 storey gable extension to provide new bedroom, family room, utility and ground floor WC

69 HAZELBANK ROAD TAMYBUCK BALLYMENA BT42 4LT

PROPOSED REAR SINGLE STOREY EXTENSIONS & ALTERATIONS TO DWELLING

Adjacent and north of 30 DOCTORS ROAD BALLYMARLAGH BALLYMENA BT42 4HL

PROPOSED GARAGE WITH FIRST FLOOR GAMES ROOM TO ACCOMPANY ALREADY APPROVED DWELLING (LA02/2023/1445/F)

7 Manse Road Clough Ballymena BT44 9RE

Side Extension to Dwelling to create new Utility Room with internal alterations to Kitchen.

120m NE of 118 Deerfin Road Ballymena BT42 4HR

Erection of agricultural building and associated siteworks.