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Planning applications in BT23

We hold 1,307 planning applications for the BT23 postcode area, 210 of them submitted in the past year. 96% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 104 days. The area is covered by Ards and North Down, Lisburn and Castlereagh, Newry Mourne Down.

1,307
applications held
210
in the past year
96%
approved
104 days
median decision

Councils covering BT23

Ards and North Down (1,277)Lisburn and Castlereagh (23)Newry Mourne Down (7)

Recent applications in BT23

Pending
Full
21 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0864/F
95F Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7BZArds and North Down

Single-storey detached garage to front (retrospective).

Pending
Full
10 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0824/F
Mental Health Outpatients Centre Ards Community Hospital Church Street Newtownards BT23 4ASArds and North Down

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

Pending
Full
10 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0827/F
238 Donaghadee Road Newtownards BT23 7QPArds and North Down

Single-storey extension and level access to rear.

Pending
Full
8 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0814/F
10 Loughries Road, Newtownards BT23 8RNArds and North Down

2No. Camping Pods

Pending
Non-Material Change
8 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0818/NMC
NE of No.43 Prince Regent Park, Newtownards, BT23 7FTArds and North Down

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

Pending
Full
7 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0800/F
1 Orchard Drive, Killinchy, BT23 6QTArds and North Down

3-bay garage/boat store to front

Pending
Full
7 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0795/F
12 Frances Street and 2-6 North Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DEArds and North Down

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

Pending
Section 54 Application
4 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0805/S54
Land at Craigantlet Quarry 73 Holywood Road, Newtownards, BT23 4TQArds and North Down

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.

Pending
Full
3 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0791/F
39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RWArds and North Down

Repositioning of access

Pending
Outline
2 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0793/O
Lands approx. 70m NE of 12 Drumreagh Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6LJArds and North Down

Farm dwelling, garage

Pending
Full
2 Sept 2026LA06/2026/0790/F
39 Loughries Road Newtownards BT23 8RWArds and North Down

Detached single storey garage

Pending
Full
30 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0789/F
26 Holymount Road Newtownards BT23 7DLArds and North Down

Single-storey rear extension

Pending
Discharge of Condition
25 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0780/DC
Cordners,13 Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4DAArds and North Down

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

Pending
Full
20 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0770/F
9 Ballygraffan Road, Comber, BT23 5NBArds and North Down

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

Pending
Full
19 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0735/F
Approx 80m NW of 101 Carrickmannon Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6JRArds and North Down

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

Pending
Non-Material Change
19 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0764/NMC
18-20 Victoria Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 7EBArds and North Down

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

Permitted
Full
17 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0755/F
49 Ardmillan Road, Killinchy, BT23 6QWArds and North Down

Single-storey detached garage to rear

Pending
Full
13 Aug 2026LA07/2026/0952/F
Lands 53m N of 51 Ringhaddy Road Killinchy BT23 6TUNewry Mourne Down

Private Boathouse

Pending
Full
12 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0742/F
1 Burnreagh Drive, Newtownards, BT23 8UFArds and North Down

Single storey rear extension and new drive way.

Permitted
Full
6 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0718/F
Lands at 111 Quarry Heights and 24 North Road, Newtownards, BT23 7ANArds and North Down

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.

Pending
Full
5 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0720/F
1 Old Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PUArds and North Down

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.

Permitted
Full
3 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0696/F
237 Bangor Road, Newtownards, BT23 7PHArds and North Down

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

Permitted
Full
3 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0698/F
1 Hazelwood Glen, Comber, BT23 6AUArds and North Down

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

Permitted
Full
28 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0680/F
40 Heathermount Court, Comber, BT23 5NTArds and North Down

Dormer at front; Roof light at rear.

Permitted
Full
21 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0661/F
140 Belfast Road Comber BT23 5JNArds and North Down

Ground-floor extension to garage

Undecided
Discharge of Condition
20 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0623/DC
T G Eakin Ltd 15 Ballystockart Road, Comber, BT23 5QYArds and North Down

Discharge of Condition 5 of previously approved application LA06/2023/1513/F which states:- Within one month of the extension becoming operational, an additional noise survey and verification report shall be submitted to an approved in writing by the Council. This report shall confirm the specification of all plant associated with the extension and any associated noise attenuation measures included. It shall confirm that the combined rating level of plant and equipment associated with the proposed extension in relation to current background sound levels at all nearby receptors as specified in table 6 of the Noise Impact Assessment Report. The specific noise level from any plant/ equipment shall be rated to include a correction for tonal, impulsive noise or any other features that draw attention to it in accordance with BS4142:2014. Information Submitted: Post-commissioning Noise Monitoring Survey and Verification Report

Pending
Reserved Matters
17 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0612/RM
54 Ballybarnes Road, Newtownards, BT23 4UEArds and North Down

Replacement dwelling and garage

Pending
Full
16 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0652/F
20 Belair Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 4UDArds and North Down

Sunroom to rear; front porch; garage to side (new drawings)

Permitted
Full
15 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0628/F
8 Quarry Road, Lisbane, BT23 5NFArds and North Down

Single storey rear extension

Permitted
Full
15 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0630/F
10 Dromena Gardens, Newtownards, BT23 4PXArds and North Down

Single-storey side extension; ramped access at rear. New vehicular access

Pending
Full
9 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0594/F
Land immediately adjacent to 35E Magherascouse Road, Ballygowan, BT23 5RUArds and North Down

New dwelling and garage

Pending
Full
9 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0606/F
Approximately 450m SE of Florida Manor 12 - 14 Florida Road, Killinchy, BT23 6RUArds and North Down

Gravel hardstanding & paths and 8No. hot tubs to serve existing glamping pods previously approved under application LA06/2021/0148/F (Retrospective)

Pending
Full
8 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0503/F
11 Jubilee Road, Newtownards, BT23 4YHArds and North Down

Proposed extension to existing warehouse premises together with 2 no. proposed additional warehouse units.

Pending
Full
8 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0598/F
Movilla Abbey Church, 63 Movilla Road, Newtownards, BT23 8EZArds and North Down

Erection of Youth Hub with roof mounted solar panels and reconfiguration of parking area (Removal of existing Church youth hub)

Pending
Full
7 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0599/F
1 Fourth Street Rivenwood, Newtownards, BT23 8AJArds and North Down

Two storey rear extension

Pending
Full
6 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0581/F
Lands East of 9/10 Turnstone and South of 11-23 Lapwing Park, Newtownards, BT23 8GE Ards and North Down

2no. detached dwellings and garages (Change of housetype and amended layout from previous approval ref LA06/2023/1713/F)

Pending
Full
6 Jul 2026LA06/2026/0540/F
22 Lisbane Road, Newtownards, BT23 6AEArds and North Down

Extension of Domestic Curtilage

Pending
Full
30 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0469/F
The Poachers Pocket 181 Killinchy Road, Lisbane, Newtownards, BT23 5NEArds and North Down

Change of Use from a Residential Apartment to ancillary space associated with the Poachers Pocket comprising an Office, Storage Rooms and Kitchen.

Pending
Small
Full
30 Jun 2026LA05/2026/0551/F
62 Gransha Road, Newtownards, BT23 5RFLisburn and Castlereagh

Proposed replacement dwelling

Permitted
Small
Full
30 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0584/F
16 Hillcrest Avenue, Newtownards, BT23 7AWArds and North Down

Single-storey extensions to front and side; balcony to side; first-floor extension with dormers front and rear; first-floor gable windows.

Undecided
Discharge of Condition
30 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0545/DC
Dorn House, 1 Rolly Island, Comber, BT23 6ELArds and North Down

Discharge of Condition 11 of previously approved application LA06/2022/1193/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 (Northern Ireland) Order 1999 by the relevant authority. Reason: To ensure no adverse effect on the water environment. A Consent to Discharge certificate provided by DAERA.

Permitted
Small
Full
29 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0578/F
69 North Road, Newtownards, BT23 7ASArds and North Down

Raising of garage roof (by 0.5m)

Pending
Full
26 Jun 2026LA07/2026/0703/F
39 Ringhaddy Road, Islandbane, Killinchy, BT23 6TUNewry Mourne Down

Retrospective change of house type from dwelling approved under LA07/2020/0814/F

Withdrawn
Medium
Section 54
26 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0591/S54
Lands at 111 Quarry Heights and 24 North Road Newtownards BT23 7ANArds and North Down

Housing 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).

Permitted
Small
Full
26 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0593/F
21 Manor Road, Comber, BT23 6ALArds and North Down

Garden room to side

Refused
Small
Non Material Change
24 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0574/NMC
12 Frances Street and 2 to 6C North Street, Newtownards, BT23 4DEArds and North Down

Non-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.

Pending
Outline
24 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0485/O
Lands 30m to East of 31G Ballygowan Road, Comber, BT23 5PGArds and North Down

Site for 1 no dwelling

Permitted
Full
23 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0546/F
14 Teal Rocks, Newtownards, BT23 8GLArds and North Down

First-floor front extension; single-storey extension to side; window on first-floor (Amended Description)

Pending
Small
Full
23 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0570/F
165 Movilla Road, Newtownards, BT23 8RLArds and North Down

Single-storey extension to side; Detached garage; Change of access (Amended description)

Permitted
Small
Full
23 Jun 2026LA06/2026/0558/F
39 Holly Park Road, Killinchy, BT23 6SNArds and North Down

Front porch; sunroom to rear; double doors and windows; greenhouse and gazebo to side