Planning applications in BT23

88 Ballyrainey Road Newtownards BT23 5JU

Change of use of 4 no existing farm outbuildings to Whiskey Distillery, Cask Storage, Bottling and Distribution

Lands between 102 and 108 Glen Road, Comber

Two Infill Dwellings

Lands approx 310m north east from 42 Beverley Walk, Newtownards BT23 7UQ, lands approx 210m north west from 250 Donaghadee Rd, Newtownards BT23 7QD.

Proposed erection of 25no. dwellings at site no.s 290-308, 372-375 & 404-405 (9no. detached & 16no. semi-detached) change of house type from previous approval LA06/2015/0935/RM (same site numbers) with landscaping, site access, pedestrian crossing points & associated site works (Ecological Impact Assessment and Shadow Habitats Assessment submitted).

Lands approx 230m north east from 42 Beverley Walk, Newtownards BT23 7UQ, lands approx 270m north west from 250 Donaghadee Rd, Newtownards BT23 7QD.

Proposed erection of 8no. dwellings at site 280-281, 285-289 & 410 (3no. detached & 5no. semi-detached) change of house type for sites 280, 285-289, 410 & boundary change plus garage for site 281 from previous approval LA06/2015/0935/RM, with NIE substation, landscaping, site access, pedestrian crossing points & associated site works. (Ecological Impact Assessment and Shadow Habitats Assessment submitted).

6 Mossvale Avenue, Ballygowan, BT23 6LG

Rear dormer

Lands to the rear of Nos. 23-61 Castle Street, Comber, BT23 5EA

Discharge Condition 5 of LA06/2021/1220/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 3. These measures shall be implemented and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to and agreed in writing with the Council within 12 months of the completion of archaeological site works, or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Council."

88 Ballyrainey Road, Newtownards, BT23 5JU

Erection of Company Logo to front Elevation

88 Ballyrainey Road, Newtownards, BT23 5JU

Change of use of 4 no existing farm outbuildings to Whiskey Distillery, Cask Storage, Bottling and Distribution

25 Bridge Street, Comber, BT23 5AT

Change of use from photographic studio to residential dwelling including single storey extensions to the rear and side, first floor windows to side and both gables (amended description)

86 Belfast Road, Comber, BT23 5QP

Single storey rear extension with ramped access (Amended Drawings)

Lands directly north of 107 Whiterock Road, Whiterock, Killinchy

Replacement NI Water Overground Control Kiosk and all associated site works.

23 Abbot Gardens, Newtownards, BT23 8UL

Change to approved LA06/2025/0866/F- new fire escape door to the side of narrower window on the bedroom extension and adjustment of ramp to suit.

Lands South of 37-77 Court Street Newtownards, BT23

Non-Material Change to LA06/2023/2434/F to include: Amendment to tree planting locations and specifications

36 The Burn Road, Ballygowan, Newtownards, BT23 5RY

New vehicular access, entrance gates, pillars and associated landscaping

LANDS SOUTH OF NOS 37-77 COURT STREET, NEWTOWNARDS, BT23

Discharge of Condition 11 and 12 Condition 11 - No site works of any nature or development shall take place other than in accordance with the programme of archaeological work approved under condition 10. Condition 12 - 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 10. 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.

3, 5 & 7 Comber Road, Balloo, Killinchy, BT23 6PA

Demolition of existing retail premises and adjacent dwelling and replacement with new shop and café, additional retail unit, hot food unit, petrol filling station, parking, access, landscaping and associated operational development. Variation of Conditions 3, 14, 20 and 21 of planning permission LA06/2016/0853/F - to enable the commencement of works including excavation, concrete foundation and blockwork to subfloor level of part of the approved building prior to compliance with the relevant conditions relating to visibility splays, sewage disposal, tree protection and utility infrastructure. (Full proposal description available on the NI Planning Portal).

107 Ballygowan Road, Comber, BT23 5RR

Single storey side extension

Lands South of Nos. 37-77 Court Street Newtownards BT23

Approved LA06/2023/2434/F -Residential development of 95 dwellings (reduction in density from 108 dwellings approved under LA06/2019/0603/F) to include roads, parking, infrastructure, landscaping and retention of bawn wall. Vehicular access to site will be from Castlebawn Drive. Discharge of Condition 7 of planning approval LA06/2023/2434/F which states: 7. The long-term management and maintenance of the open space and gated accesses, as indicated on Drawing No. 03A, shall be undertaken by a management company commissioned by the developer. Details of the arrangements to be put in place to establish the management company and details of the alternative measures which will take effect in the event that the management arrangements break down, must be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Council prior to the occupation of any dwelling hereby approved. Reason: To ensure the provision and maintenance of public open space within the site. Radius Letter and contract details confirming how site landscaping will be managed to satisfy condition 7.

41a Copeland Crescent, Comber, BT23 5JA

Single storey garage extension to side of dwelling

35m South West of 12 Little Enler Way, Comber, BT23 5AU

Construction of new retail unit, petrol filling station, ATM, bulk fuels and associated access, parking, site works and landscaping (Amended/Additional documents)

1 The Grange, Comber, BT23 5TB

Single storey rear extension. including flue for wood burning stove

Lands between 40b & 44 Lisbarnet Road, Comber

2No infill dwellings with garages

Lands immediately NW of 1 Castlebawn Way, Newtownards, BT23 4DP and circa 100m South of 4 Castlebawn Drive, Newtownards

Erection of 24hr drive thru restaurant with external seating area, associated car parking, and all other associated site and access works (Additional information received)

11b The Square, Comber, BT23 5DX

Two-storey extension to front (replacing utility room), alterations to finishes and windows,

Lands immediately NW of 1 Castlebawn Way, Newtownards, BT23 4DP and circa 100m south of 4 Castlebawn Drive, Newtownards

Proposed advertisement associated with drive-thru restaurant to include, 6 no. shop signs, 4 no. digital advertisements, 1 no. totem pole/way finder and 18 no. car park signage

Lands located immediately to the South of 181 and 183 Donaghadee Road, and immediately to the East and SE of 171 Donaghadee Road, Newtownards (portion of zoned land, NS20)

Residential development comprising 90 no. dwellings, play area, open space and all associated site works. Site accessed via the northern portion of the future eastern distributor road that will serve the zoned NS20 lands.

43 Bridgelea Avenue, Conlig, BT23 7HX

Attic conversion, rooflight to the front, and rear dormer window

Land immediately west of No. 3 Ardmillan Road, Lisbane, BT23 6AH

Barn conversion to dwelling

12 Clatteringford, Comber, BT23 5QH

Discharge of Condition 2 of previously approved application LA06/2025/0141/F which states - A Construction Environmental Management Plan will be prepared for the project which will identify the perceived risks to the aquatic environment, potential pollution pathways and detail the mitigation measures which will be employed to negate the risk to the hydrologically linked aquatic environment. The CEMP must be submitted to council for approval prior to commencement of works hereby permitted. Reason: To protect priority and protected Habitats/species.

33 Ardnavalley Avenue, Comber, BT23 5WW

Detached garage and single-storey side extension

Site is 50M NW of 50 Saintfield Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6HN

Agricultural improvement of land and widening of established access (retrospective) and replacement of storm damaged wooden shed with new bird pens and associated housing for established game farm business

Cemetery, 39 Old Movilla Road, Newtownards, BT23 8HH

Extension to Movilla Cemetery

Lands between 19 & 23 Ballycreely Road, Comber

Infill dwelling & garage, access & associated site works

Approximately 410m SE of Florida Manor, 14 Florida Road, Killinchy

Proposed Sauna & Yoga Deck in association with application LA06/2021/0148/F

Lands south east of the Copelands Link roundabout at the Comber By Pass, Comber, BT23 5BW

Discharge of condition 12 of approval LA06/2019/0568/RM Final Archaeological Report A programme of post-excavation analysis, preparation of an archaeological report, dissemination of results and preparation of an excavation archive shall be undertaken in accordance with the programme of archaeological work approved under condition 10. These measures shall be implemented and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to the local council within 12 months of the completion of archaeological site works, or as otherwise agreed in writing with council.

68 Belfast Road, Comber, Newtownards, BT23 5QP

Changes to roof design and minor window adjustments.

Lands at Rivenwood, Newtownards, c.200 metres north west of No. 110 Movilla Road and c.300 metres north west of Nos. 41-55 (odds) Fourth Street Rivenwood; immediately north of Nos. 1, 3 and 10 Cloverhill Crescent, Nos. 5, 7 and 8 Deanswood Crescent, Nos. 12-26 (evens) Edenvale Crescent, Nos. 58 and 87 Stratheden Heights, Nos. 7, 8, 10 and 12 Kensington Park, and Nos. 2, 2A and 4 Earlswood Drive; immediately east of Nos. 15-27 (odds) Cronstown Cottage Avenue; immediately south of No. 8 Cronstown Lane; and c. 500 metres south east and c. 400 metres east of No. 171 Donaghadee Road, c.115 metres north of No 68 Regency Park, Newtownards (Part of Zoning NS 20)

Erection of 310 residential units (mix of townhouses, detached & semi-detached dwellings) including new areas of open space, playpark, landscaping and an additional section of distributor road (part of residential zoning N20) and associated site works.

10 Loughries Road, Newtownards, BT23 8RN

4 Shop signs (3x Banner, 1x Panel)

Lands at Rivenwood, Newtownards, c.400 metres north west of No. 110 Movilla Road and c.300 metres north west of Nos. 41-55 (odds) Fourth Street Rivenwood; north of Nos. 12-26 (evens) Edenvale Crescent, Nos. 58 and 87 Stratheden Heights, Nos. 7, 8, 10 and 12 Kensington Park, and Nos. 2, 2A and 4 Earlswood Drive; northeast of Nos. 15-27 (odds) Cronstown Cottage Avenue; southwest of No. 8 Cronstown Lane; and c. 450 metres south east of No. 171 Donaghadee Road, Newtownards (Part of Zoning NS 20)

Provision of Neighbourhood Centre to include Petrol Filling Station (PFS), convenience store, retail shops/services with up to 10 no. apartments above, car wash facilities, childcare provision with outdoor play area, community and /or healthcare facilities, together with associated parking, landscaping and all ancillary site works

Lands between 43b and 45 Ballyrainey Road, Newtownards, BT23 5AD

Discharge of Condition 9 of previously approved application LA06/2025/0626/F which states:- No development shall take place on-site until the method of sewage disposal has been agreed in writing with Northern Ireland Water or a Consent to discharge has been granted under the terms of the Water Order 1999 by the relevant authority. A Consent to discharge has been granted under the terms of the Water Order 1999 by the relevant authority consent to discharge has been granted under the terms of the Water Order 1999 by the Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs. The document is dated 20th October 2024.

Site approximately 200m NW of 62 Green Road, Conlig, BT23 7PZ

Fourteen dwellings - change of house design from two blocks of townhouses (W/2003/1085) to four blocks of townhouses

16-18 The Square, Ballygowan, BT23 6HU

Discharge of Conditions 2, 5 and 6 of previously approved application LA06/2018/0541/F - Discharge of Condition 2 which states - The vehicular access, including visibility splays and any forward sight distance, shall be provided in accordance with Drawing No.05C bearing the date stamp 6th October 2020, prior to the commencement of any other development hereby permitted. The area within the visibility splays and any forward sight line shall be cleared to provide a level surface no higher than 250mm above the level of the adjoining carriageway and such splays shall be retained and kept clear thereafter. Reason: To ensure there is a satisfactory means of access in the interests of road safety and the convenience of road users. Discharge of Condition 5 which states:- No development shall take place on-site until either the Waste Water Treatment Works at Ballygowan has been upgraded and becomes fully operational, in line with planning permission LA06/2018/1213/F, and it has been agreed with NI Water in writing that there is available capacity to serve the approved apartments or alternatively, a Consent to discharge for the private treatment plant has been granted in writing under the terms of the Water (NI) Order 1999. Reason: To ensure protection of the aquatic environment and to help the applicant avoid incurring unnecessary expense before it can be ascertained that a feasible method of sewage disposal is possible at this site. Discharge of Condition 6 which states:- Prior to any works commencing on site, a final Construction Environmental Management Plan and finalised Site Drainage Plan shall be submitted by the applicant/approved contractor to the Council for agreement in writing. This shall reflect and detail all the pollution prevention, mitigation and avoidance measures as outlined within the Outline Construction Environmental Management Plan (date stamped 24th May 2019) and all additional submitted information. All measures agreed in the final Construction Environmental Management Plan and finalised Site Drainage Plan shall be implemented as approved. Reason: To ensure that the appointed contractor is aware of and implements the appropriate environmental mitigation during construction phase that will protect the hydrologically connected European Site features.

Garden to South of 2a Quarry Road, Lisbane, BT23 5NF

Dwelling & Garage (Change of House Type from previously approved under LA06/2023/2449/F) (Amended Address)

157 Belfast Road, Comber, BT23 5JN

Dwelling and garage (Change of house type from approval LA06/2024/0204/F, with increased curtilage).

6 Ashcroft Park, Newtownards, BT23 8QJ

Single-storey side extension

Lands South East of the Copelands Link Roundabout at the Comber Bypass, Comber

Discharge of Condition 12 of previously approved application LA06/2018/0997/RM 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 10. These measures shall be implemented and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to local council within 12 months of the completion or archaeological site works , or as otherwise agreed in writing with council Submitted documentation: Final Archaeological Report

Land adjacent and 40m SW of 41 Ballyrainey Road Newtownards BT23 5AD

Infill dwelling, garages and associated works

35 Loughries Road, Loughricourse, Newtownards, BT23 8RW

Extension of curtilage and single storey extension to rear and side of dwelling

Cordners, 13 Conway Square & 4 Lower Mary Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DA

Replacement of fire damaged shop unit, raise roof level to rear of no 13, raise roof ridge level and facade alterations to no 4.

Unit 9, Ards Shopping Centre, Circular Rd, Newtownards, BT23 4EU

Change of use from retail unit use class A1 to Amusement centre sui generis.