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Cookstown
Conservation
In addition to zoning land for development, the Plan also
affords appropriate protection to the town’s natural and built heritage (see
Plan Policies CON 2 and CON 5 and Map No. 36a).
AAP 1 Derryloran Area of Archaeological Potential
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Derryloran is a site of early Christian settlement with
ecclesiastical remains dating from the 6th Century. Glebe Church is a State Care
monument and is afforded special protection. However, development opportunities
may arise on surrounding land to the south, some of which is in commercial use.
Within this area developers will be required to provide an archaeological
assessment and evaluation in line with the provisions of Policy BH3 in PPS 6:
Planning, Archaeology and the Built Heritage. Developers are advised to liaise
with the Department before submitting any proposals for this area (see Plan
Policy CON 5).
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LLPA 1
Ballinderry River
Local Landscape Policy Area
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Designation of a Local Landscape Policy Area (LLPA) in this river
valley is based on the area’s topography, tree cover, nature conservation
interests, historic buildings and industrial heritage. The area contains a
number of uses including a golf course and castle, an industrial estate, hotels
and residential properties. Within this area, there will
be a presumption against new development apart from change of use to outdoor
leisure and recreational uses or development that is ancillary to the enjoyment
of the open space. An exception to the above is the
possible redevelopment, including suitable alternative land uses, of areas
containing existing development. Proposals may be acceptable provided that they
do not detract from the intrinsic value of the designated area.
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LLPA 2
Cookstown Cemetery
Local Landscape Policy Area
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This site provides Cookstown with a significant area of open
land. Of particular importance is the rath and its tree circle, which is not
only of archaeological interest but also provides a visual focus for the west of
the town. The remains of Chapel Road, which provides a pedestrian link to the
main street, is included in the LLPA. The pedestrian link was improved in 1998.
The District Council plans to develop the open space in the area to the east of
the graveyard for passive recreational purposes.
Development within this LLPA will be restricted to that which is ancillary to
the graveyard or enjoyment of the open space.
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LLPA 3
Loy Street Local
Landscape Policy Area (See Map Nos. 36a and 36b)
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This LLPA comprises of a number of historic buildings and Holy
Trinity Church which is a local landmark. This area is elevated and well treed.
The purpose of the LLPA is to protect the immediate surroundings of the historic
buildings and prevent over-development. There will be a presumption against new
development except where proposals are for extensions of existing properties or
small ancillary buildings that do not threaten the integrity of the area.
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LLPA 4 Coolnafranky Local Landscape Policy Area
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This elevated land provides an important green lung within
Cookstown town centre. It comprises a school complex and its playing fields, but
also includes a row of houses along Molesworth Road.
There will be a presumption against new development for residential or
commercial use. Favourable consideration will normally be given to extension of
existing residential properties and minor ancillary development such as domestic
garages. Favourable consideration will also be given to the extension of
existing buildings or erection of new buildings in connection with educational
or community uses, provided these are located within the existing cluster of
school buildings and do not threaten the integrity of the designated area.
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LLPA 5
St Luran’s Local Landscape Policy Area
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This site is occupied by a listed building that acts as a
landmark on a crest at the southern end of the town. Whilst the existing
vegetation is not particularly significant, the topography and historic
importance of the site justify LLPA designation.There are plans to extend St
Luran’s Church and improve the landscaping around it. Other than extension and
minor development ancillary to the Church, new development will not normally be
permitted. Special care needs to be taken when considering development abutting
and within the vicinity of this site.
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ATC 1
Cookstown Area of Townscape Character
( See Map Nos. 36a and 36b)
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An Area of Townscape Character (ATC) is designated in the
commercial core in recognition of the quality of both individual buildings and
the historic street pattern. Within the designated area, there are approximately
65 listed buildings to which special planning controls apply.
In order to help retain the historic characteristics of this
area, special attention will be given to the height, form, scale, massing and
detailing of any development proposals to ensure that they do not detract from
the character of the area.
To ensure that the character of this area is retained, the Department will
normally require that:
• any new development within or adjacent to the ATC conforms to the grid like
street pattern; • materials respect the building
traditions of the area; • the existing building line is
retained; • new buildings or extensions respect existing
building heights; and • new shop fronts and signage are
sympathetic to the original appearance and form of the building, although
favourable consideration will be given to new styles of shop front provided that
the form, design and materials respect or enhance the façade of the property as
a whole.
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