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143 applications in the last 12 months within 5 km. Data aggregated from the local planning authority by planit.org.uk.
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- PendingDischarge of Condition 15 of previously approved application LA06/2025/0278/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 application LA06/2023/1369/DC. These measures shall be implemented and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to the Ards and North Down Borough Council within 12 months of the completion of archaeological site works, or as otherwise agreed in writing with Ards and North Down Borough Council. Reason: To ensure that archaeological remains within the application site are properly identified, and protected or appropriately recorded. Submission of Archaeological Reports prepared by Gahan & LongLands approx. 225m NE of 42 Beverley Walk, Newtownards, BT23 7UQ.Received 30 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0993/DC3.08 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingSingle storey rear extension36b Loughries Road, Newtownards, BT23 8RWReceived 30 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0995/F3.89 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending2 no. illuminated shop signs on front and side elevation22A Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7BYReceived 28 Oct 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0989/A1.22 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 7 of approved application LA06/2025/0278/F which states: The Development hereby permitted shall not be commenced until a Street Lighting scheme design has been submitted and approved by the DFI Roads Street Lighting Section. Submission of street lighting proposals to discharge Condition No.7 of Planning approval LA06/2025/0278/F.Lands approx. 225m NE of 42 Beverley Walk, Newtownards BT23 7UQReceived 27 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0982/DC3.08 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 3 of approved application LA06/2025/0278/F which states - The visibility splays as shown at the junction of the proposed access roads, shall be provided in accordance with Drawing No. 24B prior to the commencement of any other works or other development. Submission of photos showing visibility splays to discharge Condition No.3 of approval LA06/2025/0278/FLands approx. 225m NE of 42 Beverley Walk, Newtownards BT23 7UQ.Received 27 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0983/DC3.08 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingConversion of garage to habitable space. Changes to fenestration11 Crawfordsburn Park, Newtownards, BT23 4NZReceived 20 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0959/F3.08 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 4 of previously approved application LA06/2025/1089/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 2. These measures shall be implemented and a final archaeological report shall be submitted to ANDBC within 12 months of the completion of archaeological site works, or as otherwise agreed in writing with ANDBC. 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 Archaeological Testing Report proposed development works at Cordners, 13 Conway Square, Newtownards BT23 4DA. Planning Ref: LA06/2025/1089/F License No: AE/2026/144Cordner, 13 Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4DA.Received 19 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0956/DC1.22 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey side extension and access ramps78 Copeland Crescent, Comber, BT23 5HZReceived 18 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0948/F4.41 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey side & rear extension; level access to side31 Dromena Gardens, Newtownards, BT23 4PXReceived 15 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0947/F1.35 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge 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 6 (units 42-49 and 75-82)Lands to South of 37-77 Court Street and 1-11 Canal Row, situated within Bawn Wall and bounded by the canal, Newtownards.Received 11 Oct 2026Decided 27 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0924/DC0.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedLoft conversion (inc. front dormer and rear velux)2 Korona Park, Newtownards, BT23 4BUReceived 08 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0921/F2.45 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending2 illuminated shop signs, 1 illuminated projecting sign, 2 illuminated digital signs and 10 vinyl signs.39 HIgh Street, Newtownards, BT23 7HS.Received 04 Oct 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0906/A1.09 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedChange-of-use from dwelling to short-term holiday let accommodation. (Amended Description)13 Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT23 8NNReceived 29 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0899/F0.69 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedDemolition 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.47-67 Court Street (including lands to rear), Newtownards, BT23 7NXReceived 28 Sept 2026HeritageLA06/2026/0894/LBC0.89 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedDemolition 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.47-67 Court Street (including lands to rear), Newtownards, BT23 7NXReceived 28 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0895/F0.89 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge 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)Lands South of 37-77 Court Street and 1-11 Canal Row, situated within Bawn Wall and bounded by the canal, NewtownardsReceived 22 Sept 2026Decided 04 Nov 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0873/DC0.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingTwo storey rear extension and first floor side opaque window.45 Abbeydale Park, Newtownards, BT23 8REReceived 21 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0874/F1.69 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingSingle-storey detached garage to front (retrospective).95F Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7BZReceived 20 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0864/F1.59 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingNon-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 327-352Lands to the South of Newtownards Road and to the SW of Little Enler Crescent and to the NW of Little Enler Place, ComberReceived 20 Sept 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0875/NMC4.74 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingFarm dwelling with integral garage and associated hard and soft landscapingLands immediately North of 155a Movilla Road, NewtownardsReceived 17 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0852/F4.57 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved1 Other - Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)Land at North Road, Newtownards to support directions to business premises located at 141 Quarry Heights, Newtownards, BT23 7SZReceived 17 Sept 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0856/A1.8 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey extension and level access to rear.238 Donaghadee Road Newtownards BT23 7QPReceived 09 Sept 2026Decided 18 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0827/F2.84 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending1x sign on existing totem and 2x signs on gable wall.43 Frances Street, Newtownards, BT23 7DX.Received 08 Sept 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0821/A1.1 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending1x sign on existing totem and 2x signs on gable wall.43 Frances Street, Newtownards, BT23 7DX.Received 08 Sept 2026HeritageLA06/2026/0823/LBC1.1 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedInstallation of storage container on concrete slab for secure file storage, with covered canopy to existing mental health unit.Mental Health Outpatients Centre Ards Community Hospital Church Street Newtownards BT23 4ASReceived 08 Sept 2026Decided 13 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0824/F1.54 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending2No. Camping Pods10 Loughries Road, Newtownards BT23 8RNReceived 07 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0814/F3.01 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedBay windows amended to render finish as per prior approval LA06/2024/1097/FFormer NIW premises, Lands North of 43 Prince Regents Park, West of 175 Bangor Road and West of 40 Orchard Lane, NewtownardsReceived 07 Sept 2026Decided 24 Sept 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0816/NMC2.41 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedBay windows amended to render finish as per previously approved LA06/2023/2180/FNE of No.43 Prince Regent Park, Newtownards, BT23 7FTReceived 07 Sept 2026Decided 24 Sept 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0818/NMC2.35 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingMachinery store for farm equipment60m North of 92 Bowtown Road, Newtownards, BT23 8SLReceived 01 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0797/F2.88 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved5no. Dwellings (Change of House Type A to that approved under LA06/2024/0926/F).12 Frances Street and 2-6 North Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DEReceived 31 Aug 2026Decided 08 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0795/F1.28 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedDetached single-storey garage to side39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RWReceived 30 Aug 2026Decided 21 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0790/F4.11 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingRepositioning of access39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RWReceived 30 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0791/F4.11 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey rear extension26 Holymount Road Newtownards BT23 7DLReceived 29 Aug 2026Decided 01 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0789/F2.28 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge 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 4DACordners,13 Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4DAReceived 24 Aug 2026Decided 08 Oct 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0780/DC1.22 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedNMC to approval LA06/2023/2042/F. Reposition of dwelling (Site No.3) approx 3 meters East18-20 Victoria Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 7EBReceived 18 Aug 2026Decided 08 Oct 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0764/NMC1.31 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingGlamping accomodation and ancillary facilities (retention of existing buildings and one additional shepherds hut)Lands 200m SE of 110 Kempstones Road NewtownardsReceived 12 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0747/F3.89 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingSingle storey rear extension and new drive way.1 Burnreagh Drive, Newtownards, BT23 8UFReceived 11 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0742/F1.18 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingInfill dwelling between 183 and 183A Donaghadee Road Newtownards (Amended Plans Received)Land between 183 and 183A Donaghadee Road, NewtownardsReceived 10 Aug 2026OutlineLA06/2026/0745/O2.99 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge 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)Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 07 Aug 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0729/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedHousing 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.Lands at 111 Quarry Heights and 24 North Road, Newtownards, BT23 7ANReceived 05 Aug 2026Decided 08 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0718/F1.88 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingUse of land for parking of sanctuary vehicles, with two shipping containers to store food and machinery/equipment (Retrospective) with one proposed shed building 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.1 Old Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PUReceived 04 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0720/F4.04 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedWinning and Working of Minerals (Greywacke) at lands comprising the existing Quarry Plant Site and subsequent restoration via infilling with imported Construction and Demolition Waste (C&DW), with final restoration to biodiverse landsNorth Down Quarry, 61 Ballybarnes Road, Newtownards, BT23 4TQReceived 03 Aug 2026Decided 08 Oct 2026LA06/2026/0704/PAN4.19 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedDemolition of conservatory at rear; Single-storey extension to rear; Alterations to roof.237 Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PHReceived 02 Aug 2026Decided 31 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0696/F3.48 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge 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."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, NewtownardsReceived 19 Jul 2026Decided 24 Aug 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0656/DC0.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge 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, NewtownardsReceived 15 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0647/DC2.86 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge 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.Phase 3, Rivenwood Boulevard, NewtownardsReceived 15 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0648/DC2.86 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge 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, NewtownardsReceived 15 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0649/DC2.86 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge 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, NewtownardsReceived 15 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0650/DC2.86 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSunroom to rear; front porch; garage to side (new drawings)20 Belair Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 4UDReceived 15 Jul 2026Decided 28 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0652/F4.33 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey side extension; ramped access at rear. New vehicular access10 Dromena Gardens, Newtownards, BT23 4PXReceived 07 Jul 2026Decided 26 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0630/F1.33 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedReplacement dwelling and garage54 Ballybarnes Road, Newtownards, BT23 4UEReceived 02 Jul 2026OutlineLA06/2026/0612/RM4.26 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingA final Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) to discharge condition 10 of previous approval LA06/2021/0061/F: 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 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.Lands to West of Nos. 110 & 110A-110D Movilla Road; North of Nos. 6-10 (evens) Cloverhill Park Nos 1 3 & 10 Cloverhill Crescent Nos 5 7 & 8 Deanswood Crescent Nos 12-26 (evens) Edenvale Crescent Nos 58 & 87 Stratheden Heights Nos 7 8 10 & 12 Kensington Park & Nos 2 2A & 4 Earlswood Drive; East of Nos 15-27 (odds) Cronstown Cottage Avenue; South of No 8 Cronstown Lane & North of Phase Two of "Rivenwood" NewtownardsReceived 01 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0609/DC2.77 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingErection of Youth Hub with roof mounted solar panels and reconfiguration of parking area (Removal of existing Church youth hub)Movilla Abbey Church, 63 Movilla Road, Newtownards, BT23 8EZReceived 29 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0598/F1.6 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingTwo storey side extension (Amended Plans)1 Fourth Street Rivenwood, Newtownards, BT23 8AJReceived 29 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0599/F2.76 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey extensions to front and side; balcony to side; first-floor extension with dormers front and rear; first-floor gable windows (amended proposal).16 Hillcrest Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 7AWReceived 25 Jun 2026Decided 08 Sept 2026FullLA06/2026/0584/F1.65 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 22 of Planning Approval LA06/2021/0061/F which states - Prior to the commencement of development, a plan showing details and the locations of bollards at the entrances to the pedestrian and cycle link with Old Forge Avenue shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Council. The bollards shall be erected in the positions agreed prior to the use of the pedestrian and cycle link. No more than 100 houses hereby approved shall be occupied prior to the construction and delivery of the pedestrian and cycle connection to Old Forge Avenue in accordance with Drawing No. 06C. The pedestrian and cycle connection shall be retained in perpetuity. Reason: To ensure a movement patter that supports walking and cycling is provided The submission includes; Pedestrian and Cycle Link with Old Forge Avenue Plan showing bollards - Formative ArchitectsLands to West of 110 & 110A-110D Movilla Road; North of 6-10 (evens) Cloverhill Park 1 3 & 10 Cloverhill Crescent 5 7 & 8 Deanswood Crescent 12-26 (evens) Edenvale Crescent 58 & 87 Stratheden Heights 7 8 10 & 12 Kensington Park & 2 2A & 4 Earlswood Drive; East of 15-27 (odds) Cronstown Cottage Avenue; South of 8 Cronstown Lane & North of Phase Two of "Rivenwood" NewtownardsReceived 25 Jun 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0585/DC2.77 km from centreArds and North Down council
- WithdrawnHousing development comprising 22no. residential units with associated access, parking, landscaping and ancillary works. Removal of Condition 18 of Planning Approval LA06/2023/2222/F [Maintenance Plan] (Full proposal description available on Planning Portal).Lands at 111 Quarry Heights and 24 North Road Newtownards BT23 7ANReceived 25 Jun 2026Decided 05 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0591/S541.88 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved2no. detached dwellings and garages (Change of housetype and amended layout from previous approval ref LA06/2023/1713/F)Lands East of 9/10 Turnstone and South of 11-23 Lapwing Park, Newtownards, BT23 8GEReceived 24 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0581/F1.02 km from centreArds and North Down council
- RefusedNon-material change to previous approval LA06/2024/0926/F. Amendments to House Type A to include: Alterations to internal layout, replacement of rear dormer windows with 2no. rooflights, removal of front dormer window, rear extension to first floor, ridge height reduced by 0.5m, eaves height reduced by 1.2m, roof pitch reduced by 2.5 degrees and minor alterations to front facade.12 Frances Street and 2 to 6C North Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DEReceived 23 Jun 2026Decided 12 Aug 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0574/NMC1.28 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of condition 23 or previously approved application LA06/2021/1476/F which states: A final Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Council prior to the commencement of development or ground preparation or vegetation clearance. The CEMP shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details, and all works on site shall conform to the approved CEMP, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Council. The CEMP shall include details of: a) All mitigation detailed in Document 4: Outline CEMP (updated March 2024) and Document 5: Pond Restoration and Newt Mitigation Plan (updated August 2024); b) Construction methodology and timings of works; c) Pollution Prevention Plan; including suitable buffers between the location of all construction works, storage of excavated spoil and construction materials, any refuelling, storage of oil/fuel, concrete mixing and washing areas and any watercourses or surface drains present on or adjacent to the site; d) Site Drainage Management Plan; including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), foul water disposal and silt management measures; e) Environmental Emergency Plan; f) Final Protected Species Management and Lighting Plan; g) Final Pond Restoration and Newt Mitigation Plan including timetable for implementation of pond restoration works.Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 23 Jun 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0575/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedRaising of garage roof (by 0.5m)69 North Road, Newtownards, BT23 7ASReceived 23 Jun 2026Decided 06 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0578/F1.98 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 17 of previously approved LA06/2021/0061/F, Prior to the commencement of any development, the following information must be submitted to and approved in writing by the Council, in consultation with DFI Storm Water Management Group SuDS Sub-Group and DFI Rivers. • A Detailed Drainage Design, in which all recommendations and findings in the McCloy Consulting SuDS Review, dated July 2022, are addressed in full. • A Detailed Landscaping Plan for the area of open space containing the SuDS Pond. • A Detailed SuDS Management and Maintenance Plan. • A third-party peer review of the detailed design, and Management and Maintenance Plan carried out by a competent expert in SuDS design. • A final Drainage Assessment, compliant with FLD 3 & Annex D of PPS 15, which demonstrates the safe management of any out-of-sewer flooding, emanating from the surface water drainage network, and is the subject of an authorised Article 161 Agreement, in a 1 in 100 year event. The agreed SuDS design, and mitigation measures shall be fully implemented as approved to the satisfaction of the Council prior to the operation of the SuDS and associated drainage network and shall be retained in perpetuity thereafter. The agreed SuDS Management and Maintenance Plan shall be carried out as approved to the satisfaction of the Council in perpetuity. Reason: To safeguard against surface water flood riskLands to West of Nos. 110 & 110A-110D Movilla Road; North of Nos. 6-10 (evens) Cloverhill Park Nos 1 3 & 10 Cloverhill Crescent Nos 5 7 & 8 Deanswood Crescent Nos 12-26 (evens) Edenvale Crescent Nos 58 & 87 Stratheden Heights Nos 7 8 10 & 12 Kensington Park & Nos 2 2A & 4 Earlswood Drive; East of Nos 15-27 (odds) Cronstown Cottage Avenue; South of No 8 Cronstown Lane & North of Phase Two of "Rivenwood" NewtownardsReceived 18 Jun 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0562/DC2.77 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedFirst-floor front extension; single-storey extension to side; window on first-floor (Amended Description)14 Teal Rocks, Newtownards, BT23 8GLReceived 15 Jun 2026Decided 09 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0546/F0.91 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved1 no dwelling (two storey, four bedroom detached)Land 20m to the rear of 89B Mountain Road, Newtownards, BT23 4ULReceived 12 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0530/F2.93 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge of Condition 27 & 28 from approval LA06/2021/1476/F - 27. 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 to and been approved in writing by the Council. 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: To ensure that archaeological remains within the application site are properly identified and protected or appropriately recorded. 28. No site works of any nature or development shall take place other than in accordance with the programme of archaeological work approved under condition 27. Reason: To ensure that archaeological remains within the application site are properly identified and protected or appropriately recorded Discharge of Condition 27 and 28 A programme of archaeological work approved under condition 27 to discharge condition 28. It has been found out analysis was done on this site in 2017 and archaeological works are not required.Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 11 Jun 2026Decided 06 Aug 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0526/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge of Condition 29 of previously approved application LA06/2021/1476/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 27. 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. Submitting a POW report which states discovery that there was an archaeological evaluation carried out in 2017 across the site which didn’t encounter any archaeology. This should mean no further archaeological works are required on siteLands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 10 Jun 2026Decided 01 Sept 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0522/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge of Condition for previous approval LA06/2021/1476/F - Condition 16 -In the event that piling is required, no development or piling work shall commence on this site until a piling risk assessment, undertaken in full 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", has been submitted to and agreed in writing with the Council. All piling methods shall be in accordance with the agreed risk assessment. Discharge of condition no.16 - Piling risk assessment, undertaken in full 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"Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 10 Jun 2026Decided 02 Aug 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0525/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedChange of Use from Retail (Class A1) to Fitness Studio (Ground Floor) and Sports Therapy/Massage Room (First Floor).201 Mill Street, Newtownards, BT23 4LNReceived 09 Jun 2026Decided 13 Oct 2026FullLA06/2026/0508/F1.5 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge of Condition 20 of previously approved application LA06/2021/1476/F which states:- Prior to the occupation of any dwelling, details of the proposed phased implementation of 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. Phase plan to show when we plan to have landscaped areas completedLands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 09 Jun 2026Decided 15 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0512/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey rear extension.10 Blackwood Green, Newtownards, BT23 4XRReceived 09 Jun 2026Decided 26 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0513/F2.17 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingProposed extension to existing warehouse premises together with 2 no. proposed additional warehouse units.11 Jubilee Road, Newtownards, BT23 4YHReceived 08 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0503/F1 km from centreArds and North Down council
- WithdrawnDischarge of condition 27 of Planning Approval LA06/2021/1476/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 to and been approved in writing by the Council. 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.Lands to the NW of Kiltonga Industrial Estate SW of Belfast Road and South of Milecross Road NewtownardsReceived 06 Jun 2026Decided 24 Jun 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0496/DC3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Pending6 No. of shipping containers for Class A1 use and associated works for meanwhile use (temporary permission for 5 years)Land immediately to the rear of 102 Frances Street and accessed from Beatties Lane, NewtownardsReceived 04 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0491/F1.11 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedNew dwelling to replace former American Diner (Route 66 - to be demolished) Amended Plans105 Main Street Conlig BT23 7PTReceived 20 May 2026FullLA06/2026/0445/F4.46 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingResidential development comprising 16no. dwellings, and associated site works, with access off Messines RoadLands immediately North of 17-29 Camborne Park, 38-54 Camborne Park and 10-18 Camborne View, NewtownardsReceived 19 May 2026OutlineLA06/2026/0442/O0.84 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey rear extension with level access.33 Lenamore Park, Newtownards, BT23 8NLReceived 10 May 2026Decided 16 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0405/F0.81 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingProposed erection of 18 no. apartments across 2 no. blocks with associated access, parking and landscaping worksLands at Enler Village, Comber, approximately 25m south of No’s 31 - 40 Little Enler Green, BT23 5FB and approximately 20m east of No’s 1 - 15 Little Enler Gardens, BT23 5UXReceived 10 May 2026FullLA06/2026/0408/F4.54 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedFree standing traditional 48 sheet advertisement hoardingSouth Eastern Boundary of 45 Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT23 8NNReceived 06 May 2026Decided 30 Sept 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0391/A0.53 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge 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.Lands to South of Nos 37-77 Court Street and Nos 1-11 Canal Row, situated within bawn wall and bounded by canal, NewtownardsReceived 06 May 2026Decided 10 Jun 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0400/DC0.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedThe removal and replacement of the existing headframe and support poles of telecommunication tower. 4No. existing 0.3m dishes, 1No. existing 0.6m dish and 3No. existing antennas to be relocated onto new headframe and the installation of 3No. proposed antennas. The internal upgrade of the existing equipment cabin and ancillary development thereto.Existing telecommunications site 4.0m East of British Telecom Telephone Exchange Building Pound Street Newtownards BT23 4nXReceived 29 Apr 2026Decided 26 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0374/F1.12 km from centreArds and North Down council
- WithdrawnInstallation of a digital advertisement display to the south elevation22A Bangor Road Newtownards BT23 7BYReceived 22 Apr 2026Decided 05 Aug 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0341/A1.22 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingExternal alterations and change of use and subdivision of hot food takeaway to create separate hot food takeaway unit and barber shop unit22 Bangor Road Newtownards BT23 7BYReceived 22 Apr 2026FullLA06/2026/0342/F1.22 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedFront door widening and removal of front door canopy14 Laburnum Drive, Comber, BT23 5WGReceived 14 Apr 2026Decided 14 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0320/F4.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedIncrease of ridge height: dormers front and rear; retaining wall and detached garage to rear39 Crawfordsburn Road Newtownards BT23 4EAReceived 13 Apr 2026Decided 02 Aug 2026FullLA06/2026/0310/F2.1 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle-storey rear extension3 West Green Newtownards BT23 4PQReceived 13 Apr 2026Decided 05 Jul 2026FullLA06/2026/0312/F1.53 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDicharge of Condition 15 from LA06/2023/2434/F Condition 15 -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 must 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 healthLands to South of 37-77 Court Street and 1-11 canal Row, situated within Bawn Wall and rounded by the canal, NewtownardsReceived 12 Apr 2026Decided 25 May 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0307/DC0.78 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved1no. Digital signGable Wall of No. 53 South Street Newtownards BT23 4JUReceived 12 Apr 2026Decided 20 Jul 2026AdvertisingLA06/2026/0311/A1.11 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedFarm shop (1 no Container)35 Ringcreevy Road, Comber, BT23 5JRReceived 09 Apr 2026FullLA06/2026/0306/F4.14 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSite for Farm dwelling and domestic garageApprox 50m South of 71 Newtownards Road, Comber, BT23 5LBReceived 08 Apr 2026Decided 29 Jul 2026OutlineLA06/2026/0304/O4.29 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedTwo storey front and rear extensions with balcony and two storey garage.113 Belfast Road, Newtownards, BT23 4TSReceived 07 Apr 2026Decided 06 Jul 2026FullLA06/2026/0300/F3.55 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey rear extension.10 Bristol Park, Newtownards, BT23 4RHReceived 27 Mar 2026Decided 09 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0258/F1 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedTwo infill dwellings with associated site works.Lands immediately South of 2 Old Bangor Road, Newtownards.Received 27 Mar 2026OutlineLA06/2026/0260/O3.93 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey rear extension.47 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, BT23 4NWReceived 26 Mar 2026Decided 25 May 2026FullLA06/2026/0253/F1.64 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedSingle storey front extension, carport and ramped access to front and side.29 Tullynagardy Road, Newtownards, BT23 4UQReceived 26 Mar 2026Decided 25 May 2026FullLA06/2026/0254/F3 km from centreArds and North Down council
- Approved with conditionsDischarge of Condition 7 of Planning approval LA06/2022/1250/F - 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 (Northern Ireland) Order 1999 by the relevant authority. Evidence of this consent shall be submitted to the Council prior to the commencement of any developmentLands SW of 10 Golden Glen Road Newtownards BT23 4YTReceived 25 Mar 2026Decided 01 Jul 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0245/DC2.39 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedNon Material change to planning approval LA06/2022/0847/F to include : Internal revisions to provide a ground floor bedroom with wet room for accessibility, minor material change to entrance porch cladding to match dormers, the panel between the high windows on the west elevation and adjustments to some window and door openings.1A Belair Park Newtownards BT23 4UXReceived 19 Mar 2026Decided 29 Apr 2026AmendmentLA06/2026/0234/NMC4.39 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedAeroplane hangar (amended plans).Newtownards Airport, 28A Comber Road, Newtownards, BT23 4QPReceived 15 Mar 2026Decided 09 Jun 2026FullLA06/2026/0222/F0.67 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedAlterations to front elevation/porch, rear dormer (with juliet balcony) and changes to materials.34 Whiteways, Newtownards, BT23 4UWReceived 11 Mar 2026Decided 21 Apr 2026FullLA06/2026/0211/F2.49 km from centreArds and North Down council
- PendingDischarge of Condition 6 of Approval - LA06/2019/0820/F which reads: "A Final Construction Method Statement (FCMS) must be submitted to Council and approved in writing prior to commencement of any works on site, to include ground preparation or vegetation clearance. This shall reflect all the mitigation and avoidance measures outlined in the Outline Construction Method Statement prepared by Blackstaff Ecology on behalf of the applicant. The approved FCMS shall be adhered to and implemented throughout the construction period in accordance with the approved details, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Council. Reason: To ensure that the appointed contractor undertaking the work is fully appraised of all the risks associated with the proposal and to provide effective mitigation ensuring there are no adverse impacts on the integrity of any European site"Rear of 30 Mountain Road, Newtownards, BT23 4ULReceived 09 Mar 2026ConditionsLA06/2026/0206/DC2.76 km from centreArds and North Down council
- ApprovedReplacement of ground-floor window with patio doors and raised platform to the side2 Victoria Road Newtownards BT23 7EEReceived 08 Mar 2026Decided 10 May 2026FullLA06/2026/0203/F1.48 km from centreArds and North Down council
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