Finaghy, Belfast Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Finaghy, Belfast.
Belfast · Northern Ireland · settlement
About Finaghy
Finaghy, located within the Balmoral district of Belfast City Council, is an electoral ward rooted in the historic townland of Ballyfinaghy. With a community presence dating back to the 17th century, Finaghy has a rich heritage linked to the linen industry, which played a significant role in the development of the Lagan Valley region. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Belfast
- Parliamentary constituency: Belfast South and Mid Down
- LSOA: Balmoral_L
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Finaghy.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Finaghy.
- 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 Finaghy based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
275 planning applications found near Finaghy.
- - 11 Rathmore Gardens, Belfast, BT10 0FX
Proposed single-storey rear extension to existing dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 33 Viewfort Park, Belfast, BT17 9JY
Demolition of existing garage, side and rear return and construction of a garage, single storey side and 2-storey rear extension, with elevational changes to front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 154 Finaghy Road South, Belfast, BT10 0DG
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 27 Olde Forge Manor, Belfast, BT10 0HY
Change of use from garage to habitable space. Front garage door to be built up facilitating 2 no. bedroom windows. Disability ramp to the rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 33 Viewfort Park, Belfast, BT17 9JY
Demolition of existing garage, side and rear return and construction of a garage, single storey side and rear extension, with elevational changes to front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - 102 Erinvale Avenue, Belfast, BT10 0FP
Single storey front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 8 Rathmore Park, Belfast, BT10 0FW
Single storey rear and side extension including ancillary demolition works to existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 3 Greystown Park, Belfast, BT9 6UN
Proposed two storey rear extension including fenestration changes
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 2 Aberfoyle Park, Belfast, BT10 0DY
Single storey rear extension with roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-01-10
View full details - - 12 Greystown Park, Belfast, BT9 6UN
Renewal of planning application LA04/2019/2658/F (Proposed rear and side first floor extensions and single storey side and rear extension)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-01-03
View full details - - 1 Lakeside Drive, Belfast, BT10 0NU
Change of garage roof structure from pitched to flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - 1 Aberfoyle Gardens, Belfast, BT10 0DZ
Single storey rear extension with raised patio and steps
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-10-28
View full details - - 110 Erinvale Avenue, Belfast, BT10 0FP
Single Storey Side and Rear Extension to Dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-10-27
View full details - - 58 Trossachs Drive, Belfast, BT10 0HU
Alterations to roof of existing dwelling to facilitate proposed semi-detached dwelling. Renewal of application LA04/2019/1199/F.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-08-31
View full details - - 9 Lakeside Drive, Belfast, BT10 0NU
Reduction in the size of the rear extension, relocation of the sliding door from the approved extension to the existing rear elevation, repositioning of a window on the South East elevation, addition
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-06-03
View full details - - 5 Trossachs Drive, Belfast, BT10 0HS
Single storey extension to side of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - 7 Olde Forge Manor, Belfast, BT10 0HY
2 storey rear and side extensions, new entrance canopy, elevation and façade alterations. New garden wall and amendments to boundary treatments
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-03-25
View full details - - 137 Upper Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 6UF
Rear single storey extension Attic conversion and external facade alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-03-22
View full details - - 4 Aberfoyle Park Belfast BT10 0DY
Single storey front & rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-02-19
View full details - - 45 Katrine Park, Belfast, BT10 0HT
Proposed single storey extension to rear of dwelling. Proposed 2 storey extension to side of dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Finaghy in Belfast
Finaghy, located within the Balmoral district of Belfast City Council, is an electoral ward rooted in the historic townland of Ballyfinaghy. With a community presence dating back to the 17th century, Finaghy has a rich heritage linked to the linen industry, which played a significant role in the development of the Lagan Valley region. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Finaghy a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Finaghy 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 Finaghy
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Finaghy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Finaghy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 93 days, decisions near Finaghy 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 Finaghy were full planning applications (40), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 95% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 12 applications
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