How long do planning decisions take near Carnmoney?

The average planning decision time near Carnmoney is 102 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 Carnmoney?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Carnmoney?

The most common type of planning application near Carnmoney is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Carnmoney?

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Carnmoney, Newtownabbey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carnmoney, Newtownabbey.

Newtownabbey · Northern Ireland · settlement

About Carnmoney

Carnmoney, located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, serves as a townland, electoral ward, and civil parish within the urban area of Newtownabbey. Situated approximately 7 miles (11 km) from Belfast city centre, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council and is part of the historic barony of Belfast Lower, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Antrim and Newtownabbey
Parliamentary constituency: South Antrim
LSOA: Three_Mile_Water_A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carnmoney.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Carnmoney based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Carnmoney.

- Carnmoney Primary School 275 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JS
Provision of 1 no modular teaching unit to be located at Carnmoney Primary School on the school's grass playing field.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 7 Ballyduff Road, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, BT36 6PA
Change of use from A1 retail to a cafe (sui generis) for the sale of food and drink (including hot food) for consumption on and off the premises to include the erection of flue.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 49 Manse Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6RW
Demolition of existing single storey garage and construction of proposed single storey bedroom extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Safe Gas (NI Ltd), 245 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JR
Retention of 1 no. Digital Sign and 1 no. Projecting Sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Safe Gas (NI) Ltd, 245 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JR
Retention of change of use from shop to office and storage shed
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2025-10-03
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- 1 Carnhill Road, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, BT36 6LA
Alterations and extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2025-09-24
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- 28 Wynnland Avenue, Ballyduff, Newtownabbey, BT36 6SA
Alterations and extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Carnmoney in Newtownabbey

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Carnmoney a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Carnmoney

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Carnmoney. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 102 days.

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

With an average of 102 days, decisions near Carnmoney 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 Carnmoney were full planning applications (12), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 92% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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