Northern Area Plan 2016
Ballymoney Borough: Derrykeighan

Derrykeighan is located 10 kilometres north of Ballymoney at the junction of Benvardin Road and Castlecat Road. It includes both public authority housing and more recent private housing development. Derrykeighan performs a primarily residential function, with limited commercial and community facilities. The private housing development at Glebe Park has contributed to a significant population increase, from an estimated 50 residents in 1991 to 120 by 2001. Derrykeighan is designated a Hamlet in the Settlement Hierarchy in Volume 1 of the Plan.

Any development will be required to be in character, in terms of density, height and design, with the existing built form.

The Plan identifies major areas of existing open space for information purposes. Policies relating to open space are contained within PPS 8: Open Space, Sport and Outdoor Recreation. All existing open space, whether identified in development plans or not, is protected under Policy OS1 of PPS 8.

Any proposals for development within this area will be considered within the terms of Policy ENV2 in Volume 1 of the Plan. Where additional degree of control is considered necessary this is specified below.