Key developments approved to boost tourism, education and community growth

Key developments approved to boost tourism, education and community growth

12 November 2024

Belfast City Council’s Planning Committee has approved a range of transformative projects at its monthly meeting, with new developments to support the city’s hospitality, education, health and community facilities.

Adding to Belfast’s research and development infrastructure, councillors have granted permission for a new five-storey extension to the east and a three-storey extension to the west of the ECIT Building at Queen’s Island in the heart of Titanic Quarter’s thriving tech community. The expanded facility, part of the Belfast Region City Deal programme of investment, will enhance research capabilities in data security, connectivity and analytics, fostering innovation through collaboration among global companies, local entrepreneurs and research teams.  

Councillor Arder Carson, Chair of Belfast City Council’s Planning Committee, said: “These approvals reflect our commitment to supporting projects that enhance Belfast’s heritage, community, and economic vitality.  
 
“From revitalising historic buildings and expanding educational facilities to fostering community cohesion and boosting our technology sector, these projects reflect our ambitions to support our city in growing sustainably and inclusively.  
 
“The new hotel and student accommodation developments, in particular, will strengthen Belfast’s hospitality and education sectors, while the community garden and research facilities enrich our local environment and innovation potential.”

Read the full Belfast City Council Press Release here —–> Key developments approved to boost tourism, education and community growth

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