Ballycastle, Moyle Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ballycastle, Moyle.
Moyle · Northern Ireland · Town
About Ballycastle
Ballycastle is a picturesque seaside town located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, positioned at the north-easternmost tip of Ireland. Nestled within the Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers a unique setting for planning applications, with its scenic landscapes and coastal charm attracting both residents and visitors alike.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Causeway Coast and Glens
- Parliamentary constituency: North Antrim
- LSOA: The_Glens_B
Crime Statistics
27 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 13
- anti-social-behaviour: 8
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- burglary: 1
- drugs: 1
- other-theft: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ballycastle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ballycastle.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ballycastle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Ballycastle.
- - 2b Ann Street, Ballycastle
Retrospective Change of Use from First floor storage to residential use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Boyd Arms, 4 The Diamond, Ballycastle
Conversion of basement storage areas to tourism rental accommodation including removal of 2no. internal walls. Use of open basement area as smoking are and beer garden. Construction of new stair to co
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - Boyd Arms, 4 The Diamond, Ballycastle
Conversion of basement storage areas to tourism rental accommodation including removal of 2no. internal walls. Use of open basement area as smoking are and beer garden. Construction of new stair to co
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 4 Strandview Gardens, Ballycastle
1 storey rear extension to allow for a bedroom and ensuite and also a 1 storey side extension to allow for a kitchen/dining and living space (renewal of LA01/2020/1114/F)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Lands between 13-39 Quay Road Ballycastle
Surface Finish below Solar Car Ports changed from Granite to SMA to coordinate with interface between solar car port foundations and supporting structure. Concrete Paving to Parking Bays changed to gr
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - YARN, 24-26 Ann Street, Ballycastle
Retention Of Unauthorised Canopy, Wooden Fence, Sliding Gate And Steel Supports
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 1 & 2 Bayview Road, Ballycastle
Demolition of the existing Ice Cream Parlour and the construction of a new Ice Cream Parlour at Ground Floor level with 4no. apartments above at first & second floor levels to supersede previous appro
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Lands between 13-39 Quay Road, Ballycastle
Change of material for roof and cladding from zinc cladding to steel cladding (LA01/2023/1044/F)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 1 Bayview Cottages, North Street, Ballycastle
Erection of first floor balcony to the rear of the dwelling, change part of the existing low cill window to a single swing door to provide access from first floor kitchen/dining area to the balcony. (
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 71 Ann Street, Ballycastle
Change of use to art studio and apartment with external rear stairwell and landing
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Lands to rear of 46 Quay Road, Ballycastle
Change of use from outhouse to one bedroom apartment.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - 45 North Street, Ballycastle
Re-configuration of existing external stores with existing internal courtyard including re-roofing. Urgent repairs/restoration and improvements involving repair of leaking roof, repair of rotten conse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-02-22
View full details - - 45 North Street Ballycastle
Re-configuration of existing external stores with existing internal courtyard including re-roofing. Urgent repairs/restoration and improvements involving repair of leaking roof, repair of rotten conse
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-02-22
View full details - - Lands between 13-39 Quay Road, Ballycastle
Discharge of condition 16 of LA01/2023/1044/F
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-10-23
View full details - - 20 Ann Street, Ballycastle
Proposed internal alterations to non-original counters, furniture and internal finishes front and back of house
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-07-26
View full details - - 56 Ann Street, Ballycastle
Proposed alteration & repair works to 2 no. stain glass windows at front elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - 8 Cedar Avenue, Ballycastle
Retrospective application for proposed replacement dwelling as built for residential purposes - (change of house type from LA01/2016/0956/F) (Amended plan received)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-06-12
View full details - - Rathmoyle Old Peoples Home, Mary Street, Ballycastle
Discharge of Condition 12 of LA01/2019/0952/F
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-01-10
View full details - - The Marine Hotel 1-3 North Street Ballycastle BT54 6BN
Partial demolition, extensions and alterations to Marine Hotel to provide extended ground floor restaurant/bar area, a new entrance and lobby accessed from the existing parking area, 14no. additional
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-10-03
View full details - - 59 & 59A Ann Street Ballycastle BT54 6AA
Change of Use from retail unit and living accommodation to 2no. self-contained flats
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Ballycastle in Moyle
Ballycastle is a picturesque seaside town located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, positioned at the north-easternmost tip of Ireland. Nestled within the Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers a unique setting for planning applications, with its scenic landscapes and coastal charm attracting both residents and visitors alike.
The Ballycastle area recorded 27 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ballycastle planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Ballycastle
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Ballycastle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ballycastle may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 96 days, decisions near Ballycastle take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Ballycastle were full planning applications (16), listed building and heritage (6), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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