Northern Area Plan 2016
Ballymoney Borough: Dervock (Page 2 of 2)

The centre of Dervock is somewhat unusual in that it has no market square or diamond, a characteristic feature of many rural settlements in the area. There is no built form which can be readily recognised even as an informal village centre. The only sense of formality is provided by the Market House and the widened main street on the approach to the bridge along Knock Road.

Following on from the recently completed CRISP and the physical and environmental benefits which this brought to the village, the Plan will, through the development control process, seek to create a more clearly defined village centre.

Remnants of the historic streetscape can be seen on Castlecat Road, Toberdoney Road, and Carncullagh Road east of the bridge. The vernacular building form in the centre of the village is typically twostorey, rough cast finish, with traditional sash-type window openings.

The Market House dominates the centre of the village, both visually and physically. New development must remain subservient in height and scale to this focal building, and will not therefore be permitted to exceed two storeys.

New shop fronts should have a simple vernacular painted timber surround. Windows and doors may be colour-coated aluminium if desired. Security shutters must be fully recessed into the fabric of the building.

On-street parking may be acceptable, otherwise parking must be provided to the rear.

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.

This wetland, which includes an area of mature planting extending north from the bridge, has potential as an informal amenity area within the village. It is within a Local Landscape Policy Area, and shall be retained for amenity use as an extension of the Riverside Park.

An Area of Archaeological Potential has been identified in Dervock, and is shown on the Settlement Map (Map No. 2/05). This area may contain archaeological remains and developers are strongly advised to liase with the Department before submitting any proposals in this area. Section 6.10 of Volume 1 of this Plan and Policy BH 3 of PPS 6 give further guidance on this matter.

Any proposals for development within this area will be considered within the terms of Policy ENV2 in Volume 1 of the Plan.