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15/04/2003
Victoria Square receives planning go ahead
Planning approval for the £250 million Victoria Square retail development centre in Belfast has been granted.
The proposal is for 500,000 sq ft of retail space that will include offices, leisure, catering, residential and civic and cultural activities supported by associated servicing facilities and underground car parking.
Commenting on the decision, NIO Minister Angela Smith said: “In my opinion it is appropriate to approve this major city centre retail-led planning application on behalf of Multi Development Corporation.
“In reaching my decision, I have taken into consideration the Regional Development Strategy, the Belfast Urban Area Plan and relevant Planning Policy Statements on retailing and conservation. I have also considered the various representations made in respect of the proposal.”
(MB)
The proposal is for 500,000 sq ft of retail space that will include offices, leisure, catering, residential and civic and cultural activities supported by associated servicing facilities and underground car parking.
Commenting on the decision, NIO Minister Angela Smith said: “In my opinion it is appropriate to approve this major city centre retail-led planning application on behalf of Multi Development Corporation.
“In reaching my decision, I have taken into consideration the Regional Development Strategy, the Belfast Urban Area Plan and relevant Planning Policy Statements on retailing and conservation. I have also considered the various representations made in respect of the proposal.”
(MB)
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