Important changes to planning law are taking effect as the Planning and Development Act 2024 is being commenced on a phased basis.

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Environment and Climate Glossary

This technical glossary is a collection of phrases and terminology relating to the environment and climate. It covers a wide range of environmental issues such as renewable energy, geography and specialised terminology.

The definitions included within this glossary should not be considered as legal statements, statutory definitions or interpretations of planning and environmental law. This glossary is not exhaustive and the OPR would welcome suggestions in relation to relevant material which could be included within the collection. Please forward any suggestions to info@opr.ie.

Environment and Climate
Flood Risk and Water
Renewable Energy
Specialised Terminology

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Disclaimer

The Planning and Development Act 2024 was signed into law on 17 October 2024. The Act is being commenced on a phased basis to facilitate a smooth transition from the existing legislation to the new legislation. It is important to note that transitional arrangements are in place. This means that certain elements of the work of the OPR remain under the previous legislation during this time.

This website will be updated at the earliest opportunity to correspond with the commencement of the various Parts of the Act.

Information on the commencement of the Act is available on the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage website.

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