How long do planning decisions take near Ballymoney?

The average planning decision time near Ballymoney is 85 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 Ballymoney?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ballymoney?

The most common type of planning application near Ballymoney is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ballymoney?

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Ballymoney, Ballymoney Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ballymoney, Ballymoney.

Ballymoney · Northern Ireland · Town

About Ballymoney

Ballymoney is a town and civil parish located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, within the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area. The town lies in the historical baronies of Dunluce Upper and Kilconway, as well as the North East Liberties of Coleraine in County Londonderry, and had a population of 11,048 according to the 2021 census. This vibrant community may present various planning opportunities and applications for prospective developers and residents.

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Area Information

Admin district: Causeway Coast and Glens
Parliamentary constituency: North Antrim
LSOA: Ballymoney_K

Crime Statistics

41 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 17
violent-crime: 12
criminal-damage-arson: 6
shoplifting: 3
drugs: 2
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ballymoney.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ballymoney.

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 Ballymoney based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Ballymoney.

- Vacant lands immediately adjacent to 4-6 Linenhall Street, Ballymoney.
Discharge of Conditions 13 and 14 of LA01/2025/1009/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-16
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- 42 Newal Road, Ballymoney
Single storey rear extension, conversion of garage to habitable room and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Lands at Market Street and Parkview, to the north of Jubilee Court and south of Gault Park, Ballymoney
Masterplan for residential development (Renewal - LA01/2022/0127/O)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Ballymoney High School, 17 Garryduff Road, Ballymoney
Single storey extension to provide SEN classrooms and associated facilities and relocation of existing stores.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Bush Tavern Public House, 15 Market Street, Ballymoney
Demolition of existing public house & apartment and replacement with residential development incorporating 5no. 2 bedroom apartments and associated parking and amenity space to the rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-09-04
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- Ballymoney High School, 17 Garryduff Road, Ballymoney
Removal and Replacement of 1no. Modular Teaching Unit to be located on existing site.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Robinson Memorial Hospital, 23 Newal Road, Ballymoney
The proposed development looks to introduce external footpaths including ramped access within the existing grass/landscaped areas to the south of the existing Robinson Hospital building to provide ped
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-08-12
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- 11-13 Linenhall Street, Ballymoney
1 x Illuminated Shop Sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-02-02
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- Lands at Park View to the immediate North of Jubilee Court, Ballymoney
Discharge of Condition No. 22 of LA01/2021/1374/F
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-12-11
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- 2a Ballymena Road, Ballymoney
2 No. Fascia Signs to replace existing
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Ballymoney in Ballymoney

The Ballymoney area recorded 41 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, Ballymoney 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 Ballymoney

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Ballymoney. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ballymoney may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Ballymoney were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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