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17 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ballygowan · updated daily · Ards and North Down Borough Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 17 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Lands approx. 80m West of 46 The Brae, Ballygowan, BT23 5TJAwaiting decisionRetention of industrial building (Unit C) and extension to site boundary previously permitted under LA06/2022/0768/F, and commenced under LA06/2026/0808/CLOPUD FullReceived 24 Oct 2026LA06/2026/0976/F
23 Forge Walk, Ballygowan, BT23 6SXAwaiting decisionDormer to rear; New rooflights.FullReceived 20 Oct 2026LA06/2026/0939/F
Zoned housing land (HPA 1) and former builders yard, lands to rear of 10 Prospect Road, accessed from and north of 100-118 Oakdale, south of 1-4 Prospect Court, south west of 14-30 (even) Prospect Road and east of 9 and 10 The Paddock, Ballygowan.Awaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions 7 & 8 of LA06/2021/0834/F: 7. All remediation measures as outlined in Section 6 of the Stratex Report, 12 Prospect Road Ballygowan, Preliminary Risk Assessment and Generic Quantitative Risk Assessment referenced no. 18-1162 and dated 15th June 2021 must be undertaken. The applicant shall undertake additional soil sampling at and around the area of TP6 to delineate the extent of the hydrocarbon and PAH contamination within the shallow soils. Samples should be submitted to an accredited UK laboratory and screened against relevant GACs for a residential with plant uptake standard. Samples should be taken from depths of 0.0-1.0mbgl. An appropriate capping system shall then be installed within the garden and landscaped areas confirmed from analysis. A minimum capping system shall be 800mm dept within the gardens of all houses within this area with a minimum of a 250mm crushed stone capillary break at the base overlain with clean subsoils and topsoil. A 600mm capping system is recommended in landscaping areas with a minimum of 200mm crushed stone capillary break in the base overlain with subsoil and topsoil. Install hydrocarbon vapour protection measures within any buildings that may be within the area identified in Figure 6 as a minimum based on the development plans provided within Figure 3. These protection measures should be incorporated into the proposed building floor designs for all properties within this area: • Provision of hydrocarbon vapour protection measures appropriate to prevent vapour intrusion within residential properties. • Concrete floor slabs (precast) with joins sealed and seals around any service entries. • Installation of a specific hydrocarbon vapour proof membrane suitable for hydrocarbon contaminants. The membrane should be hydrocarbon vapour proof, the membrane installed shall withstand the construction process. All joints and service penetrations should be lapped and sealed, and any other manufacturer's recommendations are adhered to. • A passive sub floor ventilation (minimum 150mm sub floor void) to achieve a minimum of one complete air change a day. 8. On completion of the remediation and prior to the occupation of the proposed development, the applicant shall provide to Council, for approval, a Verification Report. This report shall demonstrate the successful completion of remediation works and demonstrate that the site is now fit for end-use and include details of: • Capping system , • The Methodology and programme of the capping system. • Photographs and records of any excavation works within the source area including photographs showing depths to accommodate the capping layer. • Photographs of the clean material being used and placed on the source area, also showing depths being placed. • Records and photographs showing the depth of the capping system as required. • Details of the materials that were used for the capping system along with laboratory certificates and results which confirm that the materials for suitable for use • Hydrocarbon vapour protection measures • Final design of the hydrocarbon vapour protection measures along with any relevant calculations. • Specifications of membrane type and joint tape. • Records of the installation process including all inspections completed by a suitably qualified person. • Photographic and documented records installation and inspection results of each installation on a property-by-property basis.Discharge of ConditionReceived 7 Oct 2026LA06/2026/0909/DC
Zoned housing land (HPA 1) and former builders yard, lands to rear of 10 Prospect Road, accessed from and North of 100-118 Oakdale, South of 1-4 Prospect Court, SW of 14-30 (even) Prospect Road and East of 9 & 10 The Paddock, Ballygowan.Awaiting decisionDischarge of Condition 3 of previously approved application LA06/2021/0834/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. Evidence of this consent shall be submitted to the Council prior to the commencement of any development. Reason: To ensure no adverse effect on the water environment. See attached letter from WSC Consulting containing Article 161 approval & NI Water WWIA Stage 2 approval.Discharge of ConditionReceived 18 Sep 2026LA06/2026/0853/DC
Within curtilage of 22 Ravara Road, Ballygowan (adjacent and southwest of No.22A)ApprovedDoube garage wih gym (to replace fire-damaged stables)FullReceived 5 Jul 2026Decided 27 Aug 2026LA06/2026/0613/F

Planning in Ballygowan

Approved: 100%; 14 of 14 decided
Decision time: about 18 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ballygowan in the last 24 months, from Ards and North Down Borough Council's planning register.

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About Ballygowan

Ballygowan is a village located in County Down, Northern Ireland, within the Ards and North Down Borough. It is conveniently situated near Comber to the north-east, Saintfield to the south, and the city of Belfast to the north-west. The village, which recorded a population of 3,138 in the 2021 census, lies within the civil parishes of Killinchy and Comber and spans the historic baronies of Castlereagh Lower and Castlereagh Upper, making it a notable area for planning applications.

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In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Ballygowan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 126 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ballygowan?

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Ballygowan. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ballygowan?

The average planning decision time near Ballygowan is 126 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Ballygowan?

The planning approval rate near Ballygowan is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ballygowan?

The most common type of planning application near Ballygowan is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

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