The Planning and Development Act 2000 reformed Irish planning law to promote sustainable development and community involvement. It consolidated and updated existing legislation, enhancing the planning process's transparency and efficiency. Key developments included mandatory development plans for local authorities, stricter enforcement measures, and the introduction of strategic development zones to speed up essential infrastructure projects. The Act also addressed environmental concerns by integrating EU directives, reinforcing heritage protection, and ensuring that planning decisions consider ecological impact, aiming to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship.
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TAKE A FREE TRIALThe Planning and Development Act 2000 reformed Irish planning law to promote sustainable development and community involvement. It consolidated and updated existing legislation, enhancing the planning process's transparency and efficiency. Key developments included mandatory development plans for local authorities, stricter enforcement measures, and the introduction of strategic development zones to speed up essential infrastructure projects. The Act also addressed environmental concerns by integrating EU directives, reinforcing heritage protection, and ensuring that planning decisions consider ecological impact, aiming to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship.
LexisNexis traffic light system shows the status of legislation and cases so you are always using up-to-date law while historical versioning and legislative timelines lets you see exactly what has changed in legislation over time.
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