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Concerns on Proposed Development Site Design: Key Safety Points 1. PSD Maps for Review: Attached are three PSD maps detailing the proposed development site. Due to design issues have arisen, particularly regarding footways and parking accommodations within the site.. 2. Footways vs. Rumble Strips: The August 2023 map references footpaths and footways, yet none extend […]
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We wanted to update you on our ongoing discussions with the planners regarding the proposed development and this time its potential impact on our roads. Attached to this post, you will find a letter dated 26 April 2022 from DfI Roads, which is also available on the Planning Portal. In this letter are raised significant […]
Balancing Development and Environmental Concerns: Quarterlands road, nestled in the heart of our community, has long been a subject of debate and discussion regarding development projects and environmental preservation. Today, we address a pressing issue: the recurring flooding on Quarterlands Road, particularly concerning as plans for development loom over the area. The Problem Unveiled: Residents […]
A Challenge Amidst Planned Developments Introduction: Quarterlands Road, with its quaint charm and scenic countryside views, has long been a cherished route for locals and visitors alike. However, concerns have resurfaced regarding the road’s capacity to accommodate increased traffic, especially in light of proposed developments in the area. Let’s delve into the challenges faced by […]
Preserving Quarterlands Road and Drumbeg Village: A Call to Halt Destructive Development in Lagan Valley Regional Park Introduction: Quarterlands Road, a cherished route through our community, faces an imminent threat as developers pursue a project that will exacerbate its current narrowness. The idyllic setting, marked by charming houses and old trees, is at risk, with […]
Flooding again on Quarterlands Road: Residents are grappling with yet another day of flooding along Quarterlands Road, adjacent to the proposed development. Despite assurances that there is no flooding problem, the reality on the ground tells a different story. Local walkers are resorting to wellies to navigate the few footpaths available, highlighting the severity of […]
This was the traffic situation on the Upper Malone Road this morning at about 8.20am 24 October 2023. Tailback of traffic in front and behind, in, what is now the norm, certainly Tuesday to Thursday mornings around this time (monday & friday traffic slightly better). To imagine another 50 odd cars joining the rest of […]