Important changes to planning law are taking effect as the Planning and Development Act 2024 is being commenced on a phased basis.
Under Section 549(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2024 (the Act), the Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) must provide education and training for members and staff of planning authorities, regional assemblies and An Coimisiún Pleanála.
The education and training focus on the role of these organisations under the Act and on issues related to proper planning and sustainable development. It also covers any other matters the OPR considers important to its work.
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.