Storm-damaged ball net at Opposite 1 Springfield Crescent & 2, Dungannon

What was proposed

Dungannon Golf Club sought permission to replace a storm-damaged ball net opposite nearby homes.

“…the north of the site at the entrance to the Golf Club. This site lies outside of Dungannon settlement at the north west and it lies within the Greenbelt as defined in the Dungannon and South Tyrone Area Plan (DSTAP) as can be seen above. This western boundary of the site which is defined by mature vegetation also marks the development limits of Dungannon.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the net complied with relevant policy and would protect nearby residents without unacceptable impacts.

“…an unacceptable impact on the amenities of people living nearby; v) EHD were consulted and asked to provide comment on the proposal as submitted. They have no objections to it and have said it should not result in any noise nuisance.”

“Approve is recommended The proposal is recommended for approval as it complies with the relevant policy in the SPPS and PPS 8 as assessed above. Approval Conditions Condition 1 As required by Section 61 of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011, the development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 5 years from the date of this permission.”

Officer report

Who spoke

Councillor Varsani supported approval, and a speaker explained that the net would be larger and that further safety measures were being considered.

What members discussed

Members discussed whether the net was a like-for-like replacement and noted ongoing work to reduce stray balls entering gardens.

“Councillor Varsani advised that it was stated within the report at 5.5 that there has been work done with residents in terms of trying to ensure that balls don’t land in their gardens and a movement of a tee within the golf course. The member wished to commend residents and the golf club who have been working hard on this to try and ensure that it is was as safe as possible.”

“Councillor Cuthbertson enquired if this was for a replacement like for like and whether an application was required.”

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