Hours to complete	1.00
No of pages	10
Published	March 2005
Updated	March 2008
See more in	Development planning Development management
Author	D J Cleland OBE, BA, MRTPI
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Price	GBP 10.00

Major Planning Applications in Northern Ireland

Purpose

This knowledge builder considers the statutory framework for making major planning applications in Northern Ireland. These are set out in the Planning (Northern Ireland) Order 1991 – the major piece of consolidating primary legislation governing the operation of the Northern Ireland planning system – as Article 31 of the Order.

Benefits

Knowledge of this topic is vital as it represents the issues for consideration and determination by the secretary of state for planning applications seen as having major significance.

Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

This knowledge builder provides a detailed overview of the statutory framework in Northern Ireland for determining significant planning applications. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).