Planning applications in BT8
We hold 307 planning applications for the BT8 postcode area, 138 of them submitted in the past year. 98% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 94 days. The area is covered by Lisburn and Castlereagh, Belfast.
Towns and villages in BT8
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Recent applications in BT8
Proposed installation of new modular build classroom with association siteworks
Single storey rear extension to provide open plan kitchen, living and dining areas
Retention of 9no. storage units and proposed 1no. manager's/security office (retrospective planning application)
Proposed dwelling with associated car parking and landscaping, alteration of curtilage to existing dwelling at 82 The Demesne and extension to existing open space.
Proposed Replacement Garage. Enlargement of previously approved garage under LA05/2022/0338/F
Construction of a two storey extension to gable and single storey extension to rear of existing property together with associated site works and landscaping.
2 Totem Advertisements (Retrospective)
Demolition of former post office and dwelling and construction of 2no. semi-detached dwellings
Proposed single storey extension to rear and part conversion of existing garage
Making the building more suitable for disabled users. Reconfiguration of existing toilets to create a disabled complicate WC on the ground floor and creating space for a lift from the ground floor to the first floor.
Erection of 35no. apartment units across three blocks in lieu of the previously approved 62-bed nursing home (Planning Ref: Y/2009/0407/F; Appeal Ref: 2019/A0178). The proposal includes the provision of car parking, communal amenity space, landscaping and all associated ancillary works.
Erection of 1no. retail unit, creation of lay by drop off area and reconfiguration of car park
Attic Conversion with Rear Dormer
Rear single storey extension with first floor balcony
The proposed development comprises minor repairs, alterations, and landscape improvements to the Grade B2 listed cottage to enhance functionality, accessibility, and long-term durability while preserving its architectural character and historic significance. The works include external landscaping improvements, repair and replacement of existing building elements, installation of new timber windows and French doors, roof repairs, removal of redundant services. All works have been carefully designed to be sympathetic to the existing building fabric, materials, and detailing, ensuring the listed character and appearance of the property are retained.
Two storey replacement dwelling with raised patio
Conversion of the existing attached garage to form two habitable rooms ancillary to the dwelling, including associated internal alterations and replacement of the existing garage door with an external wall and window. New bathroom window at first floor gable elevation (Amended proposal description)
Addition of single storey flat roof dining extension to the rear of the property, along with the renovation/modification of the existing flat roof to the adjacent kitchen. The works also include the conversion of part of the attached garage to habitable accommodation, along with a single storey flat roof rear extension to the garage. New external finishes and hard landscaping (patios and deck) are also proposed, including all associated site works.
Demolition of existing single storey rear return, with construction new 2 storey extension to rear, with associated fenestration changes.
Erection of entrance pillars, installation of sliding entrance gate and relocation of pedestrian gate and pathway into site.
Submission of Post Installation Play Area Inspection Report to demonstrate that the play park, as approved under LA05/2025/0052/DC, has been subsequently installed in line with the requirements of Condition 26 of LA05/2022/1170/F
Retrospective amendment to the design of the approved detached garage and proposed change of material finish on the house extension. (Planning Approval Ref. LA05/2022/0948/F). (Amended description)
Discharge of condition 15 previously approved under LA05/2022/1170/F
Amendment to approval application (LA05/2025/0798/F) for the provision of a Emergency and Maintenance vehicular entrance onto Church Road
Change of House Type to include the addition of a rear dormer to form an additional bedroom and other internal and external alterations
Demolition of existing dwelling & outbuildings. Proposed replacement dwelling with family annexe accommodation
Single storey rear extension to provide accessible living accommodation for persons with disabilities
Retrospective change of use from existing offices (A2) to a practising medical clinic Class D1
Single storey side and rear extension with internal alterations. Porch to front of dwelling.
Proposed single storey garden room and gym, on footprint of now demolished residential garage (with previous extension approval under application LA05/2016/1071/F).
Proposed detached double garage adjacent to existing dwelling (retrospective application)
Single storey side extension with pitched roof to existing two storey gable to provided new kitchen / living space.
Proposed change of use from hairdressing salon to gym with consent to advertise to unit frontage
Proposed change of use from hairdressing salon to gym with consent to advertise to unit frontage
Amendments to the approved scheme (Appeal ref: 2019/A0178) including the provision of a new vehicular and pedestrian link to Ballylenaghan Avenue in substitution of the approved access from Saintfield Road, revised house types on Plots 54 and 55 from the approved semi-detached dwellings shown on Drawing BMC 183/S1010 Rev G to two detached chalet bungalows, and changes to site and finished floor levels on Plots 34, 35, 56 and 57. (Additional information - AQIA & CEMP response and Noise EHO response).
Retrospective change of housetype from the previously approved Q4 (LA05/2022/0247/F) to Q4sh, incorporating the addition of a sunroom to the rear of the dwelling.
Retrospective change of housetype from the previously approved N4 (LA05/2021/0635/F) to N4s, incorporating the addition of a sunroom to the rear of the dwelling.
Retrospective change of housetype from the previously approved E4 (LA05/2021/0635/F) to E4s, incorporating the addition of a sunroom to the rear of the dwelling.
Retrospective change of housetype from the previously approved E3 (LA05/2021/0635/F) to E4sh to include the addition of a sunroom to the rear of the dwelling and conversion of internal garage into a family room.
Archaeological Evaluation Report to satisfy Conditions 14 & 15 of LA04/2020/2607/F
Single storey extension to the side and rear of an existing three-bedroom, detached dwelling, including internal alterations and the addition of a dormer to the rear, and partial demolition of existing shed.
Proposed Two Storey Extension to Rear of Dwelling
Single storey front porch, conversion of the existing garage into living accommodation (including alterations to its existing roof), single storey rear extension and general alterations to existing dwelling (amended description)
Proposed extension and alterations
Attic conversion with full width dormer to the rear
Proposed new Golf Club to include an 18-hole signature golf course of Championship standard and club house with associated practice facilities including driving range, putting greens and a maintenance area. Development will involve the removal of various redundant agricultural outbuildings and structures to accommodate change of use with alterations/extensions of the Grade B1 listed buildings (Newgrove House and adjacent workers cottage) to provide a new club house and golf equipment storage cottage, with the erection of additional club house accommodation through a standalone detached single storey building, landscaped setting, and car parking areas. Proposal also includes relocated access and associated improvements from Ballylesson Road, upgrade to internal access road with new laneways and pathways, parking and ancillary site works. Course design to include the re-profiling of ground levels, the incorporation of existing Mill Race into layout, new footbridges, and provision of natural, semi-natural and maintained landscape and new water features (incorporating sustainable drainage principles including the creation of wet and dry swales, attenuation basins and earth berms).
Proposed bus shelter, bus layby, and easy access kerb.
Addition of a single storey extension, to the side and rear of the existing dwelling, within the curtilage of the site. Demolition of existing conservatory.
Single storey side and rear extension (Amended description)
Retention of 1 no. non-static LED digital advertising display