Northern Ireland Planning Service

Northern Area Plan 2016
Strategic Plan Framework: Tourism Amusement Arcades

Policy TOU 6 Amusement Arcades
Proposals for amusement arcades will not be permitted where they will result in an over-concentration of such facilities to the detriment of the character or amenity of the surrounding area.
They will not be acceptable within predominantly retail frontages in town, district or local centres, where they would detract from a vibrant shopping environment.
The Department considers that the coastal towns are adequately provided with existing amusement arcades. Any further extension to the present concentration in Portrush would be detrimental to the character of the town. Additional amusement arcades in Portstewart are also considered damaging to its character. Volume 2, Part 5: Coleraine provides additional policy guidance in relation to Portrush and Portstewart. DCAN 1: Amusement Centres is also relevant.
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