Temporary wedding tipi at Land 20 metres south-east of 87 Ballycoan Road, Belfast

What was proposed

The application sought temporary erection, from April to November, of a canvas tipi for an approved wedding venue.

“LA05/2024/0370/F – Proposed temporary erection of canvas tipi (April- November only) to be used in association with approved wedding venue on land 20 metres south-east of 87 Ballycoan Road, Belfast…”

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Who spoke

A supporter addressed the committee for the application, joined by a colleague, and answered members' questions.

Not enough evidence to differ

A member said he had not heard enough evidence to go against the officer's recommendation, and felt the application fell short of what was needed.

“Councillor N Trimble advised that if the application was for a new business, it could have perhaps been looked on more favourably as it would have been bringing employment to the area and referred to the support from residents in neighbouring properties. Councillor Trimble continued that while he understood the position of the applicant, he had not heard enough evidence to make him go against the Officers recommendation.”

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The committee refused the application

The committee adopted the officer's recommendation to refuse planning permission, by 8 votes to 1.

“On a vote being taken, it was agreed to adopt the recommendation of the Planning Officer to refuse planning permission, the voting being:”

“In favour: Councillor S Burns, Councillor P Catney, Alderman O Gawith, Councillor M Gregg, Councillor J Laverty, Councillor A Martin, the Chair, Alderman J Tinsley, and Councillor N Trimble (8)”

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