Exhibition space and pod at The Sir Samuel Kelly Compound, Railway Street, Donaghadee

“Extension to Existing Temporary Structure to provide additional exhibition space and storage with ramped access. Erection of Project 24 Exhibition Pod. (Temporary Permission)”

“The site is located within the car park Northwest of Copelands Marina. It is occupied by Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat, canopy for restoration purposes and fencing.”

“Proposal: Retention of temporary curved box steel frame shelter/canopy over a vessel for restoration purposes for a further 5 years. Extension to site area including ancillary mobile unit/exhibition space, disabled access ramp and 2.4m high perimeter fencing.”

“Decision: Planning Permission Granted 06.09.2023 (Temporary until 06.09.2028)”

“Consultations – synopsis of responses: DFI Roads No objection Environmental Health No objection Historic Environment Division No objection…”

“All elements of the proposal, which lie within the established boundaries of the site, which in itself is confined to a small area of a public car park, would have no undue impact upon designated open spaces, obstruct access to the car park or have any negative impact upon enjoyment of the coastal walk along the LLPA 8: ‘The Commons and Coastline’.”

“Paragraph 6.2 of the SPPS states the Regional Development Strategy 2035 (RDS) sets out regional guidance to “Conserve, protect and where possible, enhance our built heritage and our natural environment”. It recognises that Northern Ireland has a rich and diverse archaeological and built heritage which contributes to our sense of place and history.”

“In summary, the Planning Department was satisfied that the proposal met the relevant planning policy requirements contained within the SPPS and CTY 4 of PPS21. The development would not adversely affect any designated features, nor would it adversely impact on residential amenity or access. Therefore, on this basis it was recommended that temporary planning permission should be approved. The Chair invited questions from Members for the Planning Officer.”

“The approval hereby granted is for a temporary period only and all component parts of development described above shall be removed and the land restored to its former condition on or before 6 th September 2028.”

“Reason: To protect the integrity of Outer Ards ASSI/SPA/Ramsar, East Coast Marine pSPA and North Channel cSAC designated sites and to avoid it being damaged by construction vehicles, deposited materials, contaminated run-off, or any other activity during the construction period or thereafter. Any works occurring within the designated site but outside the red line planning application boundary are subject to The Conservation (Natural Habitats,etc.)”