Infill urban dwelling at Land between No.5 York Avenue and No.9 York Avenue, Portstewart

“The proposal is considered acceptable at this location having regard to the Northern Area Plan 2016 and other material considerations. The proposal in terms of scale, massing, design and layout does not cause unacceptable damage to the character of the surrounding area. Proposed materials and finishes for the dwelling are satisfactory and in keeping with the local area.”

“The proposal is regarded acceptable from a sewage perspective and will not result in an environmental impact. The proposal is acceptable in terms of natural heritage interests. Approval is recommended.”

“DAERA: Water Management Unit (No objections)”

“Councillor Storey requested that this Item be deferred for one month. He stated that he was aware of issues regarding people not having time to raise concerns. When clarification was sought by the Vice Chair at the relevant point later in the meeting, Councillor Storey advised that his reason for requesting a deferral was to allow a site visit to see the context of the application.”

“Proposed by Councillor Storey Seconded by Councillor Watton - That the Planning Committee defer consideration of application LA01/2025/0631/F (Objection) Land between No.5 York Avenue and No.9 York Avenue, Portstewart for one month to allow a site visit to see the context of the application.”

“The Vice Chair put the motion to the Committee to vote. Members voted For; Members voted Against, 1 Member Abstained. The Vice Chair declared the motion carried.”

“At the time of clarification of the reason for the site visit later in the meeting, Alderman Hunter stated that now that the reason for the deferral is a site visit, she wanted to change her vote to For.”

“RESOLVED - That the Planning Committee defer consideration of application LA01/2025/0631/F (Objection) Land between No.5 York Avenue and No.9 York Avenue, Portstewart for one month to allow a site visit to see the context of the application.”