Refurbishment and safety works to the Waterworks upper and lower reservoirs and Alexandra Park lake reservoir to be com…
- Reference
- LA04/2023/4567/PAN
- Status
- PROPOSAL OF APPLICATION NOTICE IS ACCEPTABLE
- Application type
- Proposal of Application Notice
- Location
- Lands at the Waterworks Park and Alexandra Park (see detailed description below) Belfast BT15 2HF
- Council
- Belfast City Council
- Received
- 14 Dec 2023
- Added
- 14 Dec 2023
Full proposal: Refurbishment and safety works to the Waterworks upper and lower reservoirs and Alexandra Park lake reservoir to be complemented with wider environmental landscape and connectivity improvements. Proposed reservoir works comprise construction of wave wall embankment reinforcement and protection a new inlet control structure at Waterworks upper reservoir; embankment reinforcement and a new spillweir at Waterworks lower reservoir; and removal of an existing parapet wall and embankment reinforcement at Alexandra Park Lake Reservoir.Improvements to Waterworks Park comprise refurbishment and extension of the existing Waterworks Bothy to include WC and Changing Places and Café facilities; new public plaza with entrance improvements; new events space including multipurpose decking; landscape terraces; resurfacing of footways; new pedestrian lighting along key routes; a dog park; replacement of fishing stands; community project area facilitate possible tree nursery and forest school or similar; public art along boundary with existing football ground (Solitude); new basketball court and upgrades to existing Queen Mary’s playground new pathway viewing/lookout area 3G pitch upgrade and cover installation.Improvements to Alexandra Park include viewing space resurfacing of footways; new pedestrian lighting along key routes; new event space with reinforced grass; new public toilets and changing places; allotments; 2no existing bridges replaced; upgrade to existing kickabout area and cover installation and upgrades to existing playgrounds. Streetscape improvements along Camberwell Terrace and Castleton Gardens include resurfacing of footways with new kerbs; improved pedestrian crossings with resurfacing to carriageways; and improved gateways and signage subject to agreement and approval from DFI.
Planning history at this location
2 other applications recorded at or next to this site.
- LA04/2025/0012/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Refurbishment and safety works to the Waterworks upper and lower reservoirs and Alexandra Park lake reservoir to be complemented with wider environmental lands…
- Z/1993/2568 Granted
Extension to dwelling
Recent applications nearby
- LA04/2026/1280/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Retrospective change of use from dwelling house (C1) to short term let (sui generis.)
- LA04/2026/1653/F NEIGHBOURS NOTIFIED
Two storey rear extension. Alterations to existing single storey rear extension and patio area.
- LA04/2026/1401/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Change of use from residential dwelling (Class C1) to 5 bed House in Multiple Occupancy (HMO) (Sui Generis)
- LA04/2026/1529/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Reservoir safety works comprising a new weir culvert and spillway channel; removal of the existing parapet wall; reinforcement and regrading of the downstream…
- LA04/2026/1292/F NEIGHBOURS NOTIFIED
Demolition of timber canopy and utility room/store to rear of property. Removal of rear patio doors and window. Partial demolition of rear wall. Single storey…
- LA04/2026/0954/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Change of use and amalgamation from bakery and shop to restaurant (retrospective)
- LA04/2026/1149/DC Decided
Discharge condition 6 of LA04/2021/2285/F. Verification Report for a Remedial capping System Social Housing Development at 29 Parkside Gardens Belfast
- LA04/2026/0747/F CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
Proposed single storey replacement community building including associated fencing and site works.