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.
Towns and villages in BT38
Councils covering BT38
Recent applications in BT38
New dwelling
Single-storey extension and replacement of existing small flat roof incorporating roof lantern, all at rear of house
Single storey side and rear extensions and extend fence on side boundary
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.
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.
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
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.
Second floor extension to side of dwelling
Roofspace conversion with rear dormer
Replacement dwelling
Single storey rear extension and alterations to existing garage including replacement roof with level/ramped access throughout ground floor
Detached Garage with first floor storage space.
Proposed replacement of single storey gable garage with new 2 storey gable extension to provide new bedroom, family room, utility and ground floor WC
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.
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
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.
Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Proposed change of use of existing commercial premises to a private medical clinic providing appointment-based healthcare services for the local population.
Formation of new double doors at window location and formation of window at door location to rear of existing ground floor apartment unit
RETENTION OF CHANGE OF USE TO GYM INCLUDING CAR PARK, YARD AND COFFEE DOCK
A single private dwelling.
Discharge of Condition Nos. 4 & 5 of LA02/2024/0722/F - Construction Environmental Management Plan & Piling Risk Assessment.
Proposed change of use of existing annex to short term let ( self-catering accommodation)
TWO STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR OF DWELLING
Proposed Garden Shelter to replace event marque
Single-storey rear extension for bedroom and en-suite and associated internal reconfiguration
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.
Proposed Single Storey extension to front elevation to provide play room and home office with associated works
Alterations to rear garden including new retaining wall and raising of garden (part retrospective)
Provision of 1 no double modular unit to be located at Victoria Primary School on the school's grass play area.
Ground Floor Rear WC Extension
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.
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.
Retention of shopfront with entrance door and glazed panels
Provision of new 3G pitch on site of existing grass pitch, new floodlighting, fencing, dugouts and 200 seater grandstand and associated site works
Provision of single storey extension to rear of dwelling with balcony
Single storey flat roofed extension to rear of semi-detached property.
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.
Proposed dwelling on a farm and detached garage
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
Erection of new fuel pump, canopy ,vent pipes and underground fuel tank.
Proposed Alterations & Extension to Existing Dwelling.
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.
Provision of 1 no modular teaching unit to be located at Victoria Primary School on the school's grass play area.
remove existing conservatory and replace with new single storey sunlounge
Single-storey rear extension incorporating existing sunroom, providing grandparent annex