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Navigating Ireland’s Biggest Planning Reform: What You Need to Know
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- IPI Planners Podcast
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- Apr 21, 2025
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Summary
Ireland’s planning system is undergoing a major transformation, but with a 906-page Planning and Development Act 2024, navigating these changes can feel overwhelming. This episode breaks down the complexities and explores what the future holds for planning in Ireland. We examine the most significant updates, including streamlined development management, revised exempted development regulations, and the introduction of a Planning Commissioner. We also discuss the evolving role of Strategic Development Zones and Urban Development Zones, as well as the crucial resourcing challenges in the sector. Our expert guest has over 30 years’ experience in planning and development and has played a central role in shaping Ireland’s planning framework. Joining us is Assistant Secretary in the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage, Paul Hogan. THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT Overhauling Ireland’s planning system to modernize and streamline Key legislative changes and their impact Strategic Development and Urban Development Zones Judicial reviews, governance, and planning oversight Resourcing the future of planning through recruitment, training and technology GUEST DETAILS Paul Hogan has been Head of the Planning Division at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage since January 2023. He has more than 30 years’ experience of working in planning and development in Ireland and the UK. The Planning Division’s key responsibility is to ensure that the appropriate strategic policy and legislative planning framework is in place to promote sustainable economic growth and balanced regional development, while ensuring environmental protection. His previous roles at the Department of Housing include Principal Adviser and Senior Adviser. Prior to joining the Department in 2015…