Planning applications in BT23

13 Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT23 8NN

Change-of-use from dwelling to short-term holiday let accommodation and associated in-curtilage illuminated signage to front of property

47-67 Court Street (including lands to rear), Newtownards, BT23 7NX

Demolition of the partially standing remains of a terrace and reconstruction of 8no. dwellings to replace former terrace housing, together with 1no. additional dwelling and 12no. new dwellings to the rear, with associated access, car parking and landscaping. All 21no. dwellings to be provided as social housing.

Cross Island House, 1 Cross Island, Comber, Newtownards, BT23 6EW

Replacement dwelling with attached garage and associated hard and soft landscaping

47-67 Court Street (including lands to rear), Newtownards, BT23 7NX

Demolition of the partially standing remains of a terrace and reconstruction of 8no. dwellings to replace former terrace housing, together with 1no. additional dwelling and 12no. new dwellings to the rear, with associated access, car parking and landscaping. All 21no. dwellings to be provided as social housing.

Lands South of 37-77 Court Street and 1-11 Canal Row, situated within Bawn Wall and bounded by the canal, Newtowards

Discharge of Condition 15 of previously approved application LA06/2023/2434/F which states - On completion of the remediation and prior to the occupation of any dwelling hereby approved, the applicant shall provide to the Council, for approval in writing, a Verification Report. This report shall demonstrate that the remediation measures outlined in the report titled; ‘Contaminated Land Assessment (Phase 1 PRA, Phase 2 GQRA and Outline Remediation Strategy) Lands within the Bawn Wall, Newtownards, referenced P3098-1 and dated November 2023, have been fully implemented. This report shall demonstrate the successful completion of remediation works and demonstrate that the site is now fit for end-use and include details of: • Capping system • The methodology and programme of the capping system • Photographs and records of any excavation works within the source area including photographs showing depths to accommodate the capping layer • Photographs of the clean material being used and placed on the source area, also showing depths being placed • Records and photographs showing the depth of the capping system as required • Details of the materials that were used for the capping system along with laboratory certificates and results which confirm that the materials are suitable for use. Reason: Protection of human health. VERIFICATION REPORT FOR PHASE 5 (UNITS 1-6 AND 34-41)

45 Abbeydale Park, Newtownards, BT23 8RE

Two storey rear extension and first floor side opaque window.

Lands to the South of Newtownards Road and to the SW of Little Enler Crescent and to the NW of Little Enler Place, Comber

Non-material change to LA06/2018/0997/RM comprising omission of garden rooms, bays and decorative detailing and minor amendments to fenestration and external finishes on Plots 266-315 and 327-352

95F Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7BZ

Single-storey detached garage to front (retrospective).

Land at North Road, Newtownards to support directions to business premises located at 141 Quarry Heights, Newtownards, BT23 7SZ

1 Other - Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Lands immediately North of 155a Movilla Road, Newtownards

Farm dwelling with integral garage and associated hard and soft landscaping

Zoned housing land (HPA 1) and former builders yard, lands to rear of 10 Prospect Road, accessed from and North of 100-118 Oakdale, South of 1-4 Prospect Court, SW of 14-30 (even) Prospect Road and East of 9 & 10 The Paddock, Ballygowan

Discharge of Condition 3 of previously approved application LA06/2021/0834/F which states - No development shall take place until the method of sewage disposal has been agreed in writing with NIW See attached letter from WSC Consulting containing Article 161 approval & NI Water WWIA Stage 2 approval

Site approx 115M NW of 62 Green Road, Conlig, BT23 7PZ

6 no. dwellings: Change of house type to units 138-143 of approval W/2003/1085'

238 Donaghadee Road Newtownards BT23 7QP

Single-storey extension and level access to rear.

43 Frances Street Newtownards BT23 7DX

1x sign on existing totem and 2x signs on gable wall

43 Frances Street Newtownards BT23 7DX

1x sign on existing totem and 2x signs on gable wall

Mental Health Outpatients Centre Ards Community Hospital Church Street Newtownards BT23 4AS

Installation of storage container on concrete slab for secure file storage, with covered canopy to existing mental health unit.

10 Loughries Road, Newtownards BT23 8RN

2No. Camping Pods

NE of No.43 Prince Regent Park, Newtownards, BT23 7FT

Bay windows amended to render finish as per previously approved LA06/2023/2180/F

Former NIW premises, Lands North of 43 Prince Regents Park, West of 175 Bangor Road and West of 40 Orchard Lane, Newtownards

Bay windows amended to render finish as per prior approval LA06/2024/1097/F

Land at Craigantlet Quarry 73 Holywood Road, Newtownards, BT23 4TQ

Erection of a Coated Road Stone Plant and associated ancillary development to include bitumen storage tanks, aggregate storage bays, staff facilities, weighbridge and recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) processing and storage area. Retention of development in non-compliance with Condition 2 of Planning Approval LA06/2022/0689/F To be varied from: The noise level at nearby sensitive receptors due to the operation of the roadstone coating plant, associated traffic movements and the proposed RAP processing operations(daytime) shall not exceed the predicted noise levels (dB LAeq, 1hr) detailed in the table below. The noise sensitive receptor loctaions are as detailed within the Noise Impact Assessment, prepared by AONA Environemntal and dated March 2022. To: The total noise from the operation of the coated road stone development shall not exceed 55dB LAeq,1hr (free field) as measured at any noise sensitive property between the hours of 0700 and 2300 and 42dB(A) LAeq,1hr (free field) between the hours of 2300 and 0700 hours.

60m North of 92 Bowtown Road, Newtownards, BT23 8SL

Machinery store for farm equipment

Lands approx. 70m NE of 12 Drumreagh Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6LJ

Farm dwelling, garage

1 Orchard Drive, Killinchy, BT23 6QT

3-bay garage/boat store to front

12 Frances Street and 2-6 North Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DE

5no. Dwellings (Change of House Type A to that approved under LA06/2024/0926/F).

39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RW

Repositioning of access

39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RW

Detached single storey garage

26 Holymount Road Newtownards BT23 7DL

Single-storey rear extension

Cordners,13 Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4DA

Discharge of Condition 2 of previously approved application LA06/2025/1089/F 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 Ards and North Down Borough Council (ANDBC) 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 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. Reason: As required by Section 61 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) to ensure that archaeological remains within the application site are properly identified, and protected or appropriately recorded. Archaeological Impact assessment and Programme of Works proposed development works at Cordners, 13 Conway Square, Newtownards BT23 4DA

9 Ballygraffan Road, Comber, BT23 5NB

Conversion and alteration to barn to form extension (via new link).

18-20 Victoria Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 7EB

NMC to approval LA06/2023/2042/F. Reposition of dwelling (Site No.3) approx 3 meters East

49 Ardmillan Road, Killinchy, BT23 6QW

Single-storey detached garage to rear

Lands 200m SE of 110 Kempstones Road Newtownards

Glamping accomodation and ancillary facilities (retention of existing buildings and one additional shepherds hut)

Lands 53m N of 51 Ringhaddy Road Killinchy BT23 6TU

Private Boathouse

1 Burnreagh Drive, Newtownards, BT23 8UF

Single storey rear extension and new drive way.

Land between 183 and 183A Donaghadee Road, Newtownards

Infill dwelling between 183 and 183A Donaghadee Road Newtownards

Approx 80m NW of 101 Carrickmannon Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6JR

Off-site replacement dwelling for 99 Carrickmannon Road, with upgrade to existing access (Amended Plans)

Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road Newtownards

Discharge of Condition 24 of previously approved application LA06/2021/1476/F which states - No development activity, including ground preparation or vegetation clearance, shall take place until a Badger Mitigation Plan (BMP) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Council. The approved BMP shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details, and all works on site shall conform to the approved BMP, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Council. As a minimum the BMP shall include the following: a) Details of updated surveys for badgers; b) Provision of 25m buffers between all development activity and all retained badger setts; c) Details of wildlife corridors to allow movement of badgers to and from setts and/or foraging areas; d) Details of appropriate fencing to protect badgers and their setts/wildlife corridors; e) Details of appropriate measures to protect badgers from harm during the construction phase; f) Details of the appointment of a competent ecologist to oversee the implementation of badger mitigation measures during the construction phase, including their roles, responsibilities and timing of visits. A Badger Mitigation Plan (BMP)

Vacant Land Adjacent to 11 The Square Comber

Shipping conatiner of use as coffee pod (Retrospective)

Lands at 111 Quarry Heights and 24 North Road, Newtownards, BT23 7AN

Housing development comprising 22no. units - retention of units in non-compliance with condition 18 of LA06/2023/2222/F regarding long-term management / maintenance of communal open space.

1 Old Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PU

Use of land for parking of sanctuary vehicles, with two shipping containers to store food and machinery/equipment (Retrospective) with one proposed shed building (Amended description and plans) Request to vary condition 3 of previously approved LA06/2022/0508/F From -The shipping containers hereby permitted shall be removed and the land restored to its former condition within 3 years of this permission being granted. Reason: This type of temporary storage is such that its permanent retention would harm the character and amenity of the area. To -The shipping containers hereby permitted shall be removed and the land restored to its former condition within 6 years of the original permission being granted, i.e. by 25th January 2029. Reason: This type of temporary storage is such that its permanent retention would harm the character and amenity of the area.

Approximately 60m northwest of 31a Ballygowan Road, Comber, Newtownards

Change of use from agricultural sheds to funeral church and associated catering rooms including extension, glazed linkage (as per approval LA06/2022/0373/F). Single storey building for funeral business, office and headstone display, wash bay and associated carparking

1 Hazelwood Glen, Comber, BT23 6AU

Single-storey extension and patio to rear; Rear dormers.

237 Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PH

Demolition of conservatory at rear; Single-storey extension to rear; Alterations to roof.

40 Heathermount Court, Comber, BT23 5NT

Dormer at front; Roof light at rear.

140 Belfast Road Comber BT23 5JN

Ground-floor extension to garage

Lands to and South of Nos 37-77 Court Street and Nos 1-11 Canal Row, situated within Bawn Wall and bounded by the Canal, Newtownards

Discharge of condition 15 of planning approval LA06/2023/2434/F Which States: "On completion of the remediation and prior to the occupation of any dwelling hereby approved, the applicant shall provide to the Council, for approval in writing, a Verification Report. This report shall demonstrate that the remediation measures outlined in the report titled; ‘Contaminated Land Assessment (Phase 1 PRA, Phase 2 GQRA and Outline Remediation Strategy) Lands within the Bawn Wall, Newtownards, referenced P3098-1 and dated November 2023, have been fully implemented. This report shall demonstrate the successful completion of remediation works and demonstrate that the site is now fit for end-use and include details of: • Capping system • The methodology and programme of the capping system • Photographs and records of any excavation works within the source area including photographs showing depths to accommodate the capping layer • Photographs of the clean material being used and placed on the source area, also showing depths being placed • Records and photographs showing the depth of the capping system as required • Details of the materials that were used for the capping system along with laboratory certificates and results which confirm that the materials are suitable for use."

Phase 3, Rivenwood Boulevard, Newtownards

Discharge of condition 2 of approvalLA06/2025/0566/F: All hard and soft landscape works shall be carried out in accordance with details shown on Drawing No.06C of LA06/2021/0061/F; the approved planting plans Drawings No.28B of LA06/2021/0061/F and No.29B of A06/2021/0061/F, and the approved planting schedule (except in so far as they relate to the proposed SuDS Pond which shall be carried out in accordance with details to be subsequently approved under condition no. 17) and the appropriate British Standard or other recognised Codes of Practice. Prior to the occupation of any dwelling details of the proposed phased implementation of all hard and soft landscaping works must be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Council. The hard and soft landscaping works shall be implemented in accordance with the details and timings agreed in the approved phasing plan. All hard landscape works shall be permanently retained in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure the provision, establishment and maintenance of a high standard of landscape.

Phase 3, Rivenwood Boulevard, Newtownards

Discharge of Condition 7 of previously approved application LA06/2025/0566/F which states:- A final Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to and agreed by the Council prior to any development activity including ground preparation or vegetation clearance. The final CEMP must identify the perceived risks to the aquatic environment, potential pollution pathways and mitigation measures to negate such risks. The final CEMP must, as a minimum, include the mitigation measures included within the outline CEMP as well as: a) Construction Method Statement(s) – including details of construction and excavation and timing of works; b) Pollution Prevention Plan – including details of a suitable buffer of 10m between the location of all construction works, refuelling, storage of excavated spoil/oil/fuel/substrate/construction materials/machinery, concrete mixing and washing areas and any watercourses or any surface drains present on or adjacent to the site. c) Site Drainage Plan; including details of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), foul waste disposal, surface water disposal/treatment and silt management measures; d) Spoil Management Plan; including location of spoil storage areas outwith the 10m buffer zone, management and handling of spoil and details of the reinstatement of excavated spoil; e) Environmental Emergency Plan; including details of emergency spill procedures and regular inspections of machinery onsite; f) Water Quality Monitoring Plan; g) Details of mitigation measures to protect badgers; h) Details of the appointment of an Ecological Clerk of Works and their roles and responsibilities. The final approved CEMP shall be fully implemented and adhered to during the construction phase to the reasonable satisfaction of the Council. Reason: To ensure effective avoidance and mitigation measures have been planned for the protection of the water environment and designated sites.

Phase 3, Rivenwood Boulevard, Newtownards

Discharge condition 4 of LA06/2025/0566/F: No dwelling shall be occupied until the final details of the equipment to be provided in the play park shown on Drawing No. 06C of LA06/2021/0061/F is submitted to and agreed in writing by the Council. No more than 100 of the dwellings hereby approved shall be occupied on the site until the proposed play park has been provided in accordance with the approved details. The play park shall be permanently retained thereafter and shall not be used for any purpose other than a play park. Reason: To ensure the provision of a play park within the site.

Phase 3, Rivenwood Boulevard, Newtownards

Discharge of condition 5 of LA06/2025/0566/F: A final landscape and play park management and maintenance plan for the development, including long term design objectives, performance indicators, management responsibilities and maintenance schedules for all landscaped areas including the play park, other than small, privately owned domestic gardens, (except for trees or other vegetation retained in the public interest) shall be submitted to and approved by the Council in writing prior to the commencement of development. The landscape and play park management plan shall be carried out as approved in perpetuity. Reason: To ensure the provision and maintenance of public open space within the site.