Derry planning approval for 55 apartments at Ebrington

The development off Limavady Road will include the refurbishment of 117 Ebrington to provide 41 new units contained within four new build blocks.

There will be a mixture of 31 two bed units and 10 one bed units. 118 Ebrington will provide 14 two bed units and plans also include three bin stores, an access road, associated car parking, bicycle stands, entrance pillars and landscaped communal areas. The former barracks site is located in the north-eastern corner of the Ebrington site, fronting onto St Columb’s Road and Limavady Road.

Planning officers informed members that the proposal had been considered in respect of the requirements of the Derry Area Plan, consultation responses and matters raised in representation received from the Housing Executive.

During the meeting, members also gave Listed Building Consent for alteration to building 117 and its subdivision into eight apartments.

Following unanimous support for the applications, Councillor Philip McKinney, Chair of the Planning Committee said it was another important step in the development of the Ebrington site.

He said the plans will provide further housing for the Waterside area and enhance Ebrington as an attractive site for living and for businesses.

The October Planning Committee meeting was held in the Guildhall and attended by members of the Planning Committee and officials only and broadcast live to the public and media via the Council’s YouTube channel.