The Irish planning system is complex, shaped by the Planning and Development Act 2024, as amended, alongside national planning policy, guidance and local planning frameworks. It has been a topic of debate for years and is considered by many to be one of the factors influencing the delivery of new housing and development across the country.
Whether you are part of the AEC industry or not, this guide, prepared by our team of experts, will help you navigate the planning system with confidence, providing valuable information at each stage and outlining projected timeframes for submitting an application. For applicants, it’s a helpful resource to aid in obtaining planning permission for your proposed development.
First stage: Importance of the feasibility studies
The initial stage, prior to the planning submission, involves the collaboration of a select team of experts to determine any potential challenges that may influence the purchase of a site or the progression of the proposed development. Find out what type of assessments can help prospective purchasers make informed decisions and, in turn, mitigate risk.
Second stage: Design, pre-planning, and public consultation
With positive outcomes from the first stage of the process, the proposed development goes into the design phase. Click to explore the elements that make up a successful and robust design team and understand everything about the prerequisites for a pre-application meeting with a local authority.
Third stage: Full planning application submission
Following the pre-planning stage, and any pre-application public consultation, now is finally the time for the applicant’s full planning submission. Drawing from our own experiences and pro tips, gain a comprehensive understanding of what to include in a successful planning application.
Fourth stage: The planning decision
The much-awaited outcome of a planning submission. In this final section of our guide to the planning system in Ireland, discover the potential outcomes for an application and delve into the specifics of planning appeals to An Coimisiún Pleanála and judicial reviews.
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Author:
Lucas Imbimbo
Digital Marketing Specialist
at 3D Design Bureau
lucas@3ddesignbureau.com
