How long do planning decisions take near Portballintrae?

The average planning decision time near Portballintrae is 210 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 Portballintrae?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Portballintrae?

The most common type of planning application near Portballintrae is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Portballintrae?

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Portballintrae, Coleraine Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Portballintrae, Coleraine.

Coleraine · Northern Ireland · settlement

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About Portballintrae

Portballintrae is a quaint seaside village located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, just four miles east of Portrush and two miles west of the iconic Giant's Causeway. With a population of 500 as recorded in the 2021 census, it falls within the Causeway Coast and Glens District Council area, making it a notable location for planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Causeway Coast and Glens
Parliamentary constituency: East Londonderry
LSOA: Causeway_K

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Portballintrae based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Portballintrae.

- 4A & 6 Bayhead Road, Portballintrae
Demolition of existing dwelling (4A Bayhead Road) and erection of replacement dwelling and garage with associated works; Alterations to eastern elevation of 6 Bayhead Road and erection of boundary wal
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 4 Bushfoot Park, Portballintrae
Proposed front & rear extensions & internal alterations to existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-02-21
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- 2 Bushfoot Drive, Portballintrae
Roof space conversion, including adjustment to roof pitch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-12-11
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- 35 Beach Road, Portballintrae
Minor amendments to extant approval (LA01/2023/0186/F) to include minor revisions to existing garage - garage door trim added to elevations & additional window to utility on rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-12-10
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- 91e Ballaghmore Road, Portballintrae
Proposed removal of existing window and provision of new doors, provision of balcony at first floor level for residential use (amended plans rec'd)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-09-11
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- 2 Fineview Cottages Lissanduff Portballintrae BT57 8RU
Alterations to rear and side elevations. Existing raised rear terrace enlarged.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-09-06
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A brief summary of Portballintrae in Coleraine

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

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Planning Activity in Portballintrae

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Portballintrae. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 210 days.

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

With an average of 210 days, decisions near Portballintrae take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Portballintrae were full planning applications (7). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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