Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook Launches

Comprehensive Guide to the Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook

Your Essential Resource for Planning Applications and Blinds for New Builds

Navigating the planning process in Mid and East Antrim can be complex, but the newly launched Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook simplifies it for homeowners, self-builders, and developers. This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of planning applications, ensuring you have all the information you need to get your project approved. Additionally, Village Blinds and Shutters offers bespoke solutions to enhance your new build with stylish, high-quality window coverings.

Table of Contents

1. Overview of the Planning Handbook
2. Key Chapters Explained
3. Blinds for New Builds: Enhancing Your Home
4. Why Choose Village Blinds and Shutters?
5. Customer Testimonials
6. How to Get Your Copy of the Handbook

Overview of the Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook

The Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook is an indispensable tool for anyone looking to undertake building projects in these areas. This 50-page guide covers everything from initial planning application requirements to detailed regulations and submission procedures, making it easier to navigate the often daunting planning process.

Key Chapters Explained

• Making a Planning Application: Step-by-step instructions on how to prepare and submit your planning application, ensuring you meet all necessary criteria.
• Decision Outcomes: Understand the possible outcomes of your application and what each one means.
• Building Control: Detailed information on building regulations and how to ensure your project complies.
• Conservation and Tree Preservation: Guidelines on protecting local heritage and natural resources.
• Construction Management: Tips on managing your building project efficiently and effectively.
• Interior Design: Advice on making the most of your new space with thoughtful design choices.

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Why Choose Village Blinds and Shutters?

Based in the heart of County Antrim and with over 30 years of experience, Village Blinds and Shutters is Northern Ireland’s go-to provider for high-quality, custom-made blinds and shutters. Here’s why:

• Expertise: Our team has extensive knowledge and experience in creating and installing bespoke window treatments.
• Quality: We use the finest materials to ensure our products are not only beautiful but also long-lasting.
• Customer Service: From your initial consultation to the final installation, we provide exceptional service every step of the way.

Popular Blinds for new build projects

At Village Blinds and Shutters, we specialise in providing bespoke window coverings that perfectly complement new build projects. Here are some of our most popular options:

Shaped Window Blinds

If you are planning a home with uniquely shaped windows, we specialise in creating bespoke solutions for your project.

Shaped Blinds

Motorised Blinds

We are your local Somfy Certified Experts for convenient, Motorised Blinds and home automation in Mid and East Antrim.

Motorised Blinds

Window Shutters

Individually crafted in Northern Ireland our elegant Window Shutters are a popular choice for homes in Belfast and North Down.

Window Shutters

Customer Reviews for Village Blinds and Shutters

Our commitment to quality and service is reflected in the feedback from our satisfied customers:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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From initial online query, to Mark coming out to measure and offer advice & finally to Richard fitting blinds to eight windows, I couldn’t be happier. A professional, efficient, personable service. Would unhesitatingly recommend!
  
 
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 Paul Carberry 
 
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We got our shutters fitted a few months ago now and they are exceptional!The quality and workmanship was second to none.The install was carried out very professionally and the guys were great at explaining everything.I would without a doubt use them again, 100%!
  
 
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 Greg M 
 
10 September 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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We had a great experience with this company. From first contact to the onsite appointment to measure to the end installation. All was done professionally, providing us with accurate times when the shutters would be ready and installed. A great experience and would highly recommend to anyone. We are super happy with the end product and installation. No negative points at all!
  
 
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 M K 
 
20 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Great work and customer service - delighted with my blinds
  
 
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 Tina Ball 
 
19 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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I have purchased from Village Blinds numerous times. Great service, quality products and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!
  
 
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 Karen Brown 
 
18 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Andrew expertly fitted blinds. Very pleasant to work with. A credit to your company.  Worked very quickly and efficiently. Respectful of property. Was delighted with product. Definitely fit for purpose and had a guilty look.
  
 
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 Meta McStraw Quee 
 
18 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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A wonderful job and speedy service. Andrew is very knowledgeable.
  
 
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 Sinead O'Sullivan 
 
15 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
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I just want to thank you to  Village Blinds as they put up new blinds around the house and what a professional job I'm so happy with the blinds great product and value for money so well done to the guy that put them as he definitely knows what he is doing and cleans up behind him. I would definitely recommend Village Blinds 👌 Kind regards David
  
 
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 David Simpson 
 
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I’ve used village blinds a few times now.  From the girl that does the quotes to the fitters. All are lovely.  Very professional. Highly recommend
  
 
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Excellent service all round from sales, accounts & fitters. Highly recommend
  
 
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 Kirstin Gillan 
 
14 August 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

How to Get Your Copy of the Handbook

The Mid and East Antrim Planning Handbook is available to all planning applicants in these areas. To obtain your copy, contact your local planning office or download it from the official website.

Contact Village Blinds and Shutters

Ready to enhance your new build with beautiful, bespoke blinds and shutters? Contact us today to schedule your free home appointment:

• Phone: 0800 059 0747
• Email: info@villageblinds.com
• Book Online: click the big green “Book Online” button.

At Village Blinds and Shutters, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve your vision for your new home. Get in touch today to discover how our products can add the perfect finishing touch to your project.