Portstewart, Coleraine Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Portstewart, Coleraine.
Coleraine · Northern Ireland · settlement
About Portstewart
Portstewart is a charming seaside town in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, with a population of 7,854 as of the 2021 census. This popular resort town is situated near Coleraine and Portrush, featuring a picturesque harbour and scenic coastal paths that lead to a two-mile beach, attracting holidaymakers in the summer and surfers throughout the year. Located within the Barony of the North East Liberties of Coleraine, Portstewart offers a vibrant community atmosphere that is relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Causeway Coast and Glens
- Parliamentary constituency: East Londonderry
- LSOA: Causeway_G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Portstewart.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Portstewart.
- 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 Portstewart based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Portstewart.
- - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart
Discahrge of Condition 9 of LA01/2024/1384/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart
Discharge of Condition 10 of LA01/2024/1384/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart
Variation of Condition 8 (Retaining Wall) of LA01/2024/1384/F (Events facility and self catering hostel accommodation)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart
Variation of Condition 8 (Retaining Wall) of LA01/2024/1384/F (Events facility and self catering hostel accommodation)
Status: Undecided | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 72 Coleraine Road, Portstewart
Proposed Change of Use from HMO property to private residential dwelling plus proposed first floor extension to rear of property, proposed roof extension, erection of porch at front of dwelling, addit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-03-21
View full details - - 15 Church Street, Portstewart
Change of use from bed and breakfast facility to University Halls of Residence (Purpose Built Student Managed Accommodation).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 18 Seaview Drive North, Portstewart
Discharge of Condition No.2 of approval LA01/2021/1335/F
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - On pavement outside Morrelli’s, The Promenade, Portstewart
Proposed 2no. digital 75-inch LCD display screens on each side of Digital Street Hub (illuminated)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - On pavement outside Morrelli’s, The Promenade, Portstewart
A freestanding Street Hub, comprising two digital 75-inch LCD display screens each side of the unit. The unit will replace two BT telephone boxes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 72 Coleraine Road, Portstewart
Proposed Change of Use from HMO property to private residential dwelling plus proposed first floor extension to rear of property, proposed roof extension, erection of porch at front of dwelling, addit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-01-24
View full details - - 75 The Promenade, Portstewart
• Change of use of the ground floor from residential to a small Class A1/A2 commercial unit • Removal of the existing front porch, creation of a new shopfront and reconfiguration of the front low-leve
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 4 Seafield Park South, Portstewart
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - 6 Lissadell Mews, Portstewart
Change of use from dwelling to 5 bedroom House in Multiple Occupancy
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - 77 The Promenade, Portstewart
Retrospective application for change of use from butchers shop to sandwich bar. Retention of shop front and access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - The Anchor Bar Complex 87-89 The Promenade Portstewart
Adjustment to restaurant entrance, including single storey extension to front elevation and removal of existing canopy protruding canopy in same location.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - 41 Church Street, Portstewart
Proposed Internal Alterations and Roof Terrace
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-12-08
View full details - - Site located between 40-42 & 60 Church Street Portstewart
Residential development consisting of 3 no. Apartments, Parking and Storage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-11-04
View full details - - 10, 12 & 14 Upper Heathmount Portstewart
Demolition of existing former dwellings and erection of 8 apartments comprising 4 x 1 bedroom apartments and 4 x 2 bedroom apartments within a 3 storey building, roof terraces for upper floor units an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Portstewart in Coleraine
Portstewart is a charming seaside town in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, with a population of 7,854 as of the 2021 census. This popular resort town is situated near Coleraine and Portrush, featuring a picturesque harbour and scenic coastal paths that lead to a two-mile beach, attracting holidaymakers in the summer and surfers throughout the year. Located within the Barony of the North East Liberties of Coleraine, Portstewart offers a vibrant community atmosphere that is 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 Portstewart a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Portstewart 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 Portstewart
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Portstewart. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 108 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Portstewart may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 108 days, decisions near Portstewart 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 Portstewart were full planning applications (34), discharge of conditions (8), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 72% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 27 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 19 applications
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