Two infill dwellings at Between 62 and 66 Cavanreagh Road, Draperstown

“68m in length to accommodate two dwellings, whereas existing plots accommodating a single dwelling and garage averaging from approx. 31m to 60m. It was stated that this is contrary to policy. However, this point appears misplaced, as it instead reinforces that the gap is only capable of accommodating a maximum of two dwellings. I am satisfied that the site is of sufficient size to provide adequate private amenity space and would not represent overdevelopment.”

“The site is located within the open countryside and lies within the Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as designated in the Magherafelt Area Plan 2015. The site comprises of a section of grassland measuring approx. 0.33 hectares on land situated between Nos. 62 and 66 Cavanreagh Road, Draperstown. The red line boundary encompasses a roadside portion of a larger agricultural field, the topography of which is relatively flat.”

“…acceptable under PPS 2 and will not result in the loss of priority habitat, protected species, or features of natural heritage importance. Policy NH6 has been assessed as the proposed site is located within Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). A Design and Access Statement has been submitted in accordance with Development Management Practice Note 12.”

“Planning Policy Statement 3 – Access, Movement and Parking DFI Roads were consulted in relation to access arrangements, movement and parking raising no objection contingent on the vehicular access, including visibility splays of 2.4 x 150 metres and a 150-metre forward sight distance in accordance with drawings 01 and 02 Rev 03.”

“DFI Roads were consulted in relation to the objections received and offered no objection, subject to conditions. Shared Environmental Services confirmed through informal consultation that a formal consultation was not required. The site is not identified as being at risk of flooding on the Rivers Agency Strategic Flood Maps. Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) were not consulted, as the submitted Biodiversity Checklist…”

“The Chair, Councillor Bell asked if all objections have been addressed.”

“The HLP stated that as far as she was aware all objections have been addressed in the case officer’s report.”

“Resolved That planning application LA09/2025/0609/F be approved subject to conditions as per the officer’s report.”

“…metre forward sight distance has been provided, in accordance with drawing No. 01 uploaded to the Mid Ulster Council Planning Portal on the 05/06/2025 and drawing No. Rev 03 uploaded to the Mid Ulster Council Planning Portal on the 03/04/2026 . The area within the visibility splays shall be cleared to provide a level surface no higher than 250mm above adjoining road and kept clear thereafter.”

“No vegetation clearance/removal of hedgerows, trees or shrubs/demolition of buildings or structures shall take place between 1st of March and 31st of August inclusive, unless a competent ecologist has undertaken a detailed check for active bird's nests immediately before clearance/demolition and provided written confirmation that no nests are present/birds will be harmed and/or there are appropriate measures in place to protect nesting birds.”