Popular sports pitches in Belfast are set to receive a facelift despite complaints the plans are “unsightly” and will take away open space
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There were no objections from statutory consultees, but the council received 17 objections from local residents, two comments of support and one neutral comment. Councillors unanimously agreed the plan without discussion at the Planning Committee meeting.The objectors said old maps were used for the plan, demonstrating inaccuracy, and said the new fencing would remove access to open space for residents.
The council report states: “An amended and updated site location plan has been submitted which now follows the fencing path surrounding the pitch. This ensures that room is left for the trim trail and no trees will be impacted by the development. It also now includes additional connections to the trim trail/paths surrounding the pitch.”
The report stated that dog fouling was “not a material planning consideration” for the council, and added the application was “local scale” and therefore did not require a community consultation event by law. The plan was advertised in the local press and neighbours were notified.
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