Northern Ireland planning system

You can help wildlife by having your say in your area’s development plan. Learn about the process here.

Learn more about the stages involved in the planning application process – from start to finish.

What is the planning system, what’s it for and why is it needed?

Find out how planning policy is used to shape the development of Northern Irelands towns, cities and countryside.

Discover how different types of assessments can help protect nature in the planning process.

Learn about Northern Ireland's national infrastructure and marine planning, plus the protection of trees and hedgerows.

Everything you need to know about applications in Northern Ireland – the different types, the process, appeals, and more...