Menu
15/11/2024
Belfast City Council Approves Range Of Transformative Projects
Belfast City Council's Planning Committee has given the green light to a series of projects aimed at transforming the city's landscape.
One significant development is the redevelopment of the former police station at 21 Queen Street into a 74-bedroom hotel. The project will breathe new life into a historic building and contribute to the city's hospitality sector.
The committee also approved plans for a new purpose-built student accommodation development at Great Victoria Street. This 560-bed facility will provide modern accommodation for students and enhance the city's educational infrastructure.
To bolster Belfast's research and development capabilities, a new extension to the ECIT Building in Titanic Quarter was given the go-ahead. This expansion will support innovation in data security, connectivity, and analytics.
In addition to these major projects, the committee approved plans for Glenwood Primary School and a new community garden adjacent to Highfield Community Centre. These projects will improve educational facilities and enhance community well-being.
Councillor Arder Carson, Chair of the Planning Committee, expressed satisfaction with the approvals, stating that they align with the council's commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth.
One significant development is the redevelopment of the former police station at 21 Queen Street into a 74-bedroom hotel. The project will breathe new life into a historic building and contribute to the city's hospitality sector.
The committee also approved plans for a new purpose-built student accommodation development at Great Victoria Street. This 560-bed facility will provide modern accommodation for students and enhance the city's educational infrastructure.
In addition to these major projects, the committee approved plans for Glenwood Primary School and a new community garden adjacent to Highfield Community Centre. These projects will improve educational facilities and enhance community well-being.
Councillor Arder Carson, Chair of the Planning Committee, expressed satisfaction with the approvals, stating that they align with the council's commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth.
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
15 March 2004
St Patrick's Day event has support of BCC says councillor
The Chairman of Belfast City Council’s Good Relations Steering Panel has challenged claims that the Council is not supporting St Patrick’s Day in Belfast. It follows a protest outside Belfast City Hall last week by the St Patrick's Carnival Committee who claim the Council isn't funding this year's event at the City Hall.
St Patrick's Day event has support of BCC says councillor
The Chairman of Belfast City Council’s Good Relations Steering Panel has challenged claims that the Council is not supporting St Patrick’s Day in Belfast. It follows a protest outside Belfast City Hall last week by the St Patrick's Carnival Committee who claim the Council isn't funding this year's event at the City Hall.
15 December 2022
21 Projects Shortlisted For New £10m Belfast City Council Fund
A range of tourism, environmental and economic projects have been shortlisted for a new £10 million capital fund from Belfast City Council.
21 Projects Shortlisted For New £10m Belfast City Council Fund
A range of tourism, environmental and economic projects have been shortlisted for a new £10 million capital fund from Belfast City Council.
14 May 2010
Marathon To Run On Bank Holiday
In spite of pressure from various sides, the 2011 Belfast City Marathon will not be held on a Sunday. It was agreed at a City Council meeting this week that it would continue on May Day, after over plans to move the race from its traditional May Day Bank Holiday to the prior Sunday were opposed.
Marathon To Run On Bank Holiday
In spite of pressure from various sides, the 2011 Belfast City Marathon will not be held on a Sunday. It was agreed at a City Council meeting this week that it would continue on May Day, after over plans to move the race from its traditional May Day Bank Holiday to the prior Sunday were opposed.
19 September 2018
Primark Donates £500,000 To Support Businesses Affected By Fire
Retailer Primark is donating £500,000 to Belfast City Council's City Recovery Investment Fund. The fund is being set up after a number of businesses have been severely affected by the fire at the Bank Buildings which happened over three weeks ago. A cordon remains in place and 14 firms have been closed for up to four months.
Primark Donates £500,000 To Support Businesses Affected By Fire
Retailer Primark is donating £500,000 to Belfast City Council's City Recovery Investment Fund. The fund is being set up after a number of businesses have been severely affected by the fire at the Bank Buildings which happened over three weeks ago. A cordon remains in place and 14 firms have been closed for up to four months.
16 November 2023
New Spaces And Places To Redefine Belfast City Region
A new initiative to drive the development of new spaces and places that sustainably boost employment, improve tourism and cultural infrastructure, deliver homes and support community and neighbourhood regeneration has been announced, with the redefinition of the Belfast City Region.
New Spaces And Places To Redefine Belfast City Region
A new initiative to drive the development of new spaces and places that sustainably boost employment, improve tourism and cultural infrastructure, deliver homes and support community and neighbourhood regeneration has been announced, with the redefinition of the Belfast City Region.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Rain clearing away east by early evening with some clear spells but a few showers likely to affect the North coast and other areas towards dawn, remaining breezy and mild overnight. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
