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Planning applications in BT38

We hold 545 planning applications for the BT38 postcode area, 112 of them submitted in the past year. 97% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 74 days. The area is covered by Mid East Antrim, Antrim and Newtownabbey, Ards and North Down.

545
applications held
112
in the past year
97%
approved
74 days
median decision

Councils covering BT38

Mid East Antrim (534)Antrim and Newtownabbey (9)Ards and North Down (1)Liverpool (1)

Recent applications in BT38

Pending
Full
23 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0690/F
Rear of 25-27 Upper Station Road Greenisland Carrickfergus BT38 8RQMid East Antrim

New dwelling

Pending
Full
11 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0668/F
19 Balfour Avenue Whitehead BT38 9RDMid East Antrim

Single-storey extension and replacement of existing small flat roof incorporating roof lantern, all at rear of house

Pending
Full
9 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0625/F
11 Rhanbuoy Park Carrickfergus BT38 8BSMid East Antrim

Single storey side and rear extensions and extend fence on side boundary

Pending
Full
9 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0627/F
5 Charles Legg Drive Carrickfergus BT38 7ESMid East Antrim

Amendment to approved first floor extension to extend the RHS by approximately 800mm, aligning the first floor extension with the full width of the approved ground floor extension (Ref. LA02/2021/0467/F) with new window on 1st floor gable for existing bathroom.

Pending
Full
3 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0637/F
Rear garden of 39 Upper Station Road, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, BT38 8RAMid East Antrim

New dwelling with new independent access within the grounds of 39 Upper Station Road. Demolition of existing ancillary garage and garden room to create new access and replacement garage for no. 39 Upper Station Road.

Pending
Full
2 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0616/F
Lands at site 199, previously approved under reference LA02/2016/0919/F, approximately 25m due south of Nos. 84/86 Broadlands, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BLMid East Antrim

Change of house type to site 199 (previously approved under reference LA02/2016/0919/F) with additional dwelling, level changes, PV panels & all other associated site works

Pending
Discharge of Condition
1 Sept 2026LA02/2026/0609/DC
Lands between 79 and 85 Woodburn Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 8PSMid East Antrim

Discharge of Condition No.7 of LA02/2021/1018/F - Preliminary Risk Assessment Prior to the commencement of development a Phase 1 contamination report or desktop study report containing a site walkover details, conceptual model and preliminary risk assessment outlining what, if any risk are posed by contamination and if required as a result of the Phase 1 report a Phase 2 report outlining the site investigation, quantative risk assessment and remediation strategy shall be provided by the applicant and approved in writing by Mid and East Antrim Council.

Permitted
Full
21 Aug 2026LA02/2026/0613/F
82 Shore Road, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, BT38 8UEMid East Antrim

Second floor extension to side of dwelling

Pending
Full
18 Aug 2026LA03/2026/0589/F
27 Hartley Hall Crescent, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, BT38 8ZZAntrim and Newtownabbey

Roofspace conversion with rear dormer

Pending
Full
14 Aug 2026LA02/2026/0593/F
35m SW of 6 Main Bentra Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 9SYMid East Antrim

Replacement dwelling

Pending
Full
5 Aug 2026LA03/2026/0519/F
8 Neills Lane, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, BT38 8UDAntrim and Newtownabbey

Single storey rear extension and alterations to existing garage including replacement roof with level/ramped access throughout ground floor

Pending
Full
3 Aug 2026LA02/2026/0548/F
30A PAISLEY ROAD COMMONS CARRICKFERGUS BT38 9AHMid East Antrim

Detached Garage with first floor storage space.

Pending
Full
27 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0540/F
7 Alexander Park, Carrickfergus, BT38 7LLMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Full
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0539/F
Carrickfergus Town Hall, Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DGMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Full
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0538/F
Former bank building and adjacent High Street car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7ALMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Listed Building Consent
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0546/LBC
Carrickfergus Town Hall, Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DGMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Conservation Area Consent
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0536/DCA
Former Danske Bank and adjacent car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7ALMid East Antrim

Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building.

Pending
Conservation Area Consent
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0534/DCA
Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway Carrickfergus BT38 7BGMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Full
23 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0541/F
Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BGMid East Antrim

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

Pending
Full
16 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0522/F
Flat B 48 Scotch Quarter Carrickfergus BT38 7DPMid East Antrim

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

Undecided
Small
Discharge of Condition
10 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0524/DC
The Swift Restaurant 2 Rodgers Quay Carrickfergus BT38 8BEMid East Antrim

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

Permitted
Full
10 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0497/F
58 ALBERT ROAD MIDDLE DIVISION (MAIN PORTION) CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8AEMid East Antrim

Proposed change of use of existing commercial premises to a private medical clinic providing appointment-based healthcare services for the local population.

Permitted
Full
9 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0502/F
47 SWIFTS QUAY WEST DIVISION CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8BQMid East Antrim

Formation of new double doors at window location and formation of window at door location to rear of existing ground floor apartment unit

Pending
Full
8 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0490/F
85 Belfast Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 8BYMid East Antrim

RETENTION OF CHANGE OF USE TO GYM INCLUDING CAR PARK, YARD AND COFFEE DOCK

Pending
Small
Outline
3 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0433/O
Land adjacent/to the West of 1 Greenfield Terrace, Whitehead, Co. Antrim, BT38 9QYMid East Antrim

A single private dwelling.

Undecided
Small
Discharge of Condition
3 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0512/DC
Premier Inn Hotel Rodgers Quay Carrickfergus BT38 8BEMid East Antrim

Discharge of Condition Nos. 4 & 5 of LA02/2024/0722/F - Construction Environmental Management Plan & Piling Risk Assessment.

Pending
Small
Full
2 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0510/F
3 ISLAND ROAD REDHALL BALLYCARRY BT38 9HDMid East Antrim

Proposed change of use of existing annex to short term let ( self-catering accommodation)

Permitted
Full
1 Jul 2026LA02/2026/0447/F
17 Highgrove Green, Carrickfergus, BT38 9UBMid East Antrim

TWO STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR OF DWELLING

Permitted
Full
4 Jun 2026LA02/2026/0386/F
Orange Hall 50 Woodburn Road Carrickfergus BT38 8PSMid East Antrim

Proposed Garden Shelter to replace event marque

Permitted
Full
4 Jun 2026LA02/2026/0374/F
141 GLENKEEN AVENUE WEST DIVISION CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8STMid East Antrim

Single-storey rear extension for bedroom and en-suite and associated internal reconfiguration

Pending
Outline
4 Jun 2026LA02/2026/0414/O
209 Upper Road Carrickfergus BT38 8PNMid East Antrim

Proposed replacement of a non-residential building and builder's yard with a dwelling and detached garage, associated landscaping, access improvements and ancillary site works.

Permitted
Full
1 Jun 2026LA02/2026/0384/F
3A School Lane Carrickfergus BT38 8RFMid East Antrim

Proposed Single Storey extension to front elevation to provide play room and home office with associated works

Permitted
Full
28 May 2026LA02/2026/0335/F
1 Victoria Rise Carrickfergus BT38 7URMid East Antrim

Alterations to rear garden including new retaining wall and raising of garden (part retrospective)

Permitted
Small
Full
28 May 2026LA02/2026/0380/F
Victoria Primary School Coronation Road Carrickfergus BT38 7EZMid East Antrim

Provision of 1 no double modular unit to be located at Victoria Primary School on the school's grass play area.

Permitted
Full
28 May 2026LA02/2026/0362/F
54 KNOCKLEIGH WALK GREENISLAND CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8UXMid East Antrim

Ground Floor Rear WC Extension

Permitted
Small
Full
12 May 2026LA02/2026/0304/F
11 Donegall Grove, Carrickfergus, BT38 9AAMid East Antrim

Amendments to a previously-approved detached dwelling to include a side & rear sun room extension, conversion of integral garage to day rooms, and provision of new detached garage. Dwelling previously approved under planning application LA02/2015/0652/F.

Pending
Full
8 May 2026LA02/2026/0311/F
4 VICTORIA ROAD NORTH EAST DIVISION CARRICKFERGUS BT38 7JFMid East Antrim

Ground Floor rear extension comprising of additional day care room and enclosing of existing first floor escape stair - Renewal of previous planning permission LA02/2021/0077/F.

Permitted
Small
Full
6 May 2026LA02/2026/0299/F
12 Green Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DTMid East Antrim

Retention of shopfront with entrance door and glazed panels

Permitted
Small
Full
30 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0200/F
Barn United Football & Recreational Club 4 Taylors Avenue, Carrickfergus, BT38 7HFMid East Antrim

Provision of new 3G pitch on site of existing grass pitch, new floodlighting, fencing, dugouts and 200 seater grandstand and associated site works

Permitted
Small
Full
28 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0285/F
47A CHESTER AVENUE WHITEHEAD CARRICKFERGUS BT38 9QJMid East Antrim

Provision of single storey extension to rear of dwelling with balcony

Permitted
Full
23 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0274/F
86 Hillview Road Carrickfergus BT38 8GYMid East Antrim

Single storey flat roofed extension to rear of semi-detached property.

Permitted
Small
Full
23 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0277/F
Ground Floor Carrickfergus Leisure Centre Prince William Way, Carrickfergus, BT38 7HPMid East Antrim

Mechanical and electrical remedial works comprising the replacement of the existing pool Air Handling Unit (AHU) with a new unit housed in a new enclosed internal plantroom, the installation of a new external air-source heat pump compound, the replacement of the existing chiller, and associated structural foundations, electrical enabling works, and service yard modifications.

Pending
Small
Outline
22 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0272/O
120m North of 27 PAISLEY ROAD MIDDLE DIVISION (MAIN PORTION) CARRICKFERGUS BT38 9AHMid East Antrim

Proposed dwelling on a farm and detached garage

Permitted
Small
Full
17 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0256/F
111 Belfast Road Whitehead Carrickfergus BT38 9SUMid East Antrim

Extension to existing car sales site, reorganisation of parking / external sales areas. Demolition of existing showroom and workshop buildings. New showroom building and new workshop / storage building and all associated siteworks and drainage

Pending
Full
17 Apr 2026LA02/2026/0242/F
Eurospar 17 Victoria Road Carrickfergus BT38 7JEMid East Antrim

Erection of new fuel pump, canopy ,vent pipes and underground fuel tank.

Permitted
Small
Full
31 Mar 2026LA02/2026/0223/F
1 Kingsland Drive Carrickfergus BT38 9DZMid East Antrim

Proposed Alterations & Extension to Existing Dwelling.

Permitted
Small
Full
31 Mar 2026LA02/2026/0228/F
31 MANSE ROAD WEST BALLYCARRY SOUTH BALLYCARRY BT38 9HWMid East Antrim

Extension to rear of dwelling, addition of 4 No dormers, construction of pitched roof to rear of dwelling, internal alterations and , improve the thermal properties by insulating the walls with external insulation rendered.

Permitted
Small
Full
27 Mar 2026LA02/2026/0221/F
Victoria Primary School Coronation Road Carrickfergus BT38 7EZMid East Antrim

Provision of 1 no modular teaching unit to be located at Victoria Primary School on the school's grass play area.

Permitted
Small
Full
26 Mar 2026LA02/2026/0215/F
11 Tudor Drive Carrickfergus BT38 9TTMid East Antrim

remove existing conservatory and replace with new single storey sunlounge

Permitted
Small
Full
26 Mar 2026LA02/2026/0214/F
5 ASHBOURNE MANOR WEST DIVISION CARRICKFERGUS BT38 8PBMid East Antrim

Single-storey rear extension incorporating existing sunroom, providing grandparent annex