The Mall, Coleraine

This proposal arose after it was recognised that the former Dunnes Stores building on site was unoccupied and had fallen into a state of disrepair.

The proposal includes two new retail units, offices, car parking, a service yard, a new access route to a parking area to the back of Queen Street, landscaping, two new pedestrian crossing points and general site works including the demolition of two existing buildings.

The development represents a significant investment of up to £6 million, creating 30 full and part-time jobs. It will significantly contribute to the regeneration of Coleraine Town Centre.

Issues Encountered

• Amendments to design
• Impact on Area of Townscape Character
• Access, road safety and loss of car parking
• Objection of retail competitors
• Archaeology and Built Heritage

Gravis Planning were engaged by Magell Limited to provide planning advisory and strategic communications support. We prepared the planning application and ensured its progress through the planning system, providing advice on a range of planning-related issues culminating in approval from Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Planning Committee.