Refurbishment and safety works to the Waterworks upper and lower reservoirs and Alexandra Park lake reservoir to be com…
- Reference
- LA04/2025/0012/F
- Status
- CONSULTATION(S) ISSUED
- Application type
- Full
- Location
- Lands at the Waterworks Park located off the Cavehill Road; and lands at Alexandra Park located between Castleton Gardens and Deacon Street; extending along Castleton Gardens and Camberwell Terrace to the road junction approximately 30 metres to the north west of 347 Antrim Road Belfast BT15 2HF
- Council
- Belfast City Council
- Received
- 20 Dec 2024
- Added
- 20 Dec 2024
- Last updated
- 31 Jan 2025
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. The proposed reservoir works comprise of a new overflow structure with reinforcement and protection of the return embankment parallel to the bywash channel at Waterworks Upper reservoir; repairs to the upstream face of Waterworks Lower reservoir with the addition of wetland planting to reduce the overall capacity of the reservoir; and removal of an existing parapet wall and embankment reinforcement at the Alexandra Park Lake reservoir. Improvements at Waterworks Park comprise the demolition of the existing Waterworks Bothy and replacement with a new building to include public toilets Changing Places multi-purpose community room and kitchenette; extension to existing Cavehill Road gatehouse building; entrance improvements; new events space including multipurpose decking; resurfacing of footways; new pedestrian lighting along key routes; a dog park; replacement platforms and viewing area; new 3-on-3 basketball court; replacement surface to existing small sided 3G pitch; and upgrades to existing Queen Mary’s playground. Improvements at Alexandra Park include the resurfacing of footways; new pedestrian lighting along key routes; new reinforced grass event space; new lake viewing area; new public toilets and changing places; entrance improvements; 2no existing bridges replaced; new pedestrian entrance; reimagined peace wall; new multi-sport synthetic surface with cover; and upgrades to existing play parks. Streetscape improvements along Camberwell Terrace and Castleton Gardens include resurfacing of footways with new kerbs; resurfaced carriageways and new tactile paving at pedestrian crossings; and all associated works.
Planning history at this location
3 other applications recorded at or next to this site.
- LA04/2023/4567/PAN PROPOSAL OF APPLICATION NOTICE IS ACCEPTABLE
Refurbishment and safety works to the Waterworks upper and lower reservoirs and Alexandra Park lake reservoir to be complemented with wider environmental lands…
- Z/2013/1458/F Granted
Erection of single storey side extension and side access gate to existing dwelling.
- Z/2004/0341/F 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.