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Hours to complete 1.00
No of pages 10
Published April 2005
Updated January 2008
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Author D J Cleland OBE, BA, MRTPI
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Price GBP 10.00

Rural Planning Policy in Northern Ireland

Purpose

This knowledge builder considers rural planning in Northern Ireland and its distinctive nature within the UK. The policy for the development of single dwellings in the countryside has been by far the most controversial planning issue in Northern Ireland.

Benefits

Important understanding for planners of how rural policy in Northern Ireland is distinctive to the region and quite different from that operating in the rest of the UK in the degree of ability it gives to gain permission to build single dwellings in the countryside.

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, content and background of rural planning in Northern Ireland. 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).

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