Development Management

Development Contribution Payment

Development Contributions apply to certain planning permissions, depending on the nature of the development, the reason for the application of Development Contributions is for the provision of public infrastructure and facilities in County Laois.

Development Contribution Rebate Scheme

Builders and developers can apply to a local authority for a refund on development levies where they plan to construct residential units within certain thresholds and in specific locations.

Part 8 Development Consultation

Laois County Council must give public notice, under Part 8 of the planning laws, when they propose to build housing, roads, bridges, tunnels, fire stations, libraries or public swimming pools. You can have an input into the proposal through consultation.

Planning Bond Refund

Laois County Council may refund or return unused planning bonds where completed works have been carried out to the required standard.

Applying for Planning Permission

You must apply for planning permission if you want to build or demolish property, or significantly alter the use of land or property unless the development is exempt.

Planning Permission Extension of Duration

You can apply to Laois Planning Authority to extend the duration of a grant of planning permission if the work is not complete before the grant of planning permission expires.

Pre-Planning Consultation

Laois Planning Authority may hold pre planning meetings or consultations if you want information and advice about the planning process before making an application.

Site Suitability Assessment

Laois County Council may assess proposed wastewater treatment and disposal systems on sites being considered for single houses.

Strategic Environmental Assessment Consultation

Local authorities may carry out strategic environmental assessments to evaluate the environmental impact of implementing their development plan. You can have an input into these assessments through consultation.

Street Furniture Licence

You must apply to Laois County Council for a licence to place furniture such as tables and chairs on the public footpath outside your premises.

Vacant Sites Enforcement

Local authorities may take action against owners of vacant sites that could be suitable for housing development.

Vacant Sites Levy Payment

Owners of land or property which is entered on a local authority vacant sites register may have to pay a levy.

Vacant Sites Register Consultation

Local authorities may accept comments and objections from owners of land or property that is being considered for entry onto the vacant sites register.