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07/03/2014
Former PSNI Station To Be Redeveloped
Environment Minister Mark H Durkan has recommended planning approval to redevelop a former PSNI station in North Belfast.
The 0.7-hectare site, located on North Street between the Westlink and Clifton House in the city, would be transformed for housing.
The proposal by Apex Housing is to demolish the current empty PSNI buildings and remove the associated security fencing before redeveloping the site for 26 two-storey houses, car parking and site works.
In a statement, Minister Durkan said: "This is a boost for North Belfast. It will deliver 26 homes in an area of high housing need and bring construction jobs in the short term.
"The proposal will revitalise and enhance an historic area of the city, meaning that people can both live in and enjoy this attractive area.
"These houses will be in the vicinity of Clifton House, one of Belfast's most historic Listed Buildings which is surrounded by an historic park, garden and demesne."
Mr H Durkan continued: "The application includes a tree lined boulevard to the front of the site adjacent to North Queen Street which will create an attractive streetscape when approaching Clifton House. This will protect yet enhance this historically significant area.
"My vision is to build a better environment and a stronger economy. This decision will help do this."
(JP)
The 0.7-hectare site, located on North Street between the Westlink and Clifton House in the city, would be transformed for housing.
The proposal by Apex Housing is to demolish the current empty PSNI buildings and remove the associated security fencing before redeveloping the site for 26 two-storey houses, car parking and site works.
In a statement, Minister Durkan said: "This is a boost for North Belfast. It will deliver 26 homes in an area of high housing need and bring construction jobs in the short term.
"The proposal will revitalise and enhance an historic area of the city, meaning that people can both live in and enjoy this attractive area.
"These houses will be in the vicinity of Clifton House, one of Belfast's most historic Listed Buildings which is surrounded by an historic park, garden and demesne."
Mr H Durkan continued: "The application includes a tree lined boulevard to the front of the site adjacent to North Queen Street which will create an attractive streetscape when approaching Clifton House. This will protect yet enhance this historically significant area.
"My vision is to build a better environment and a stronger economy. This decision will help do this."
(JP)
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