What is a Part 8?
A development carried out by Laois County Council is often referred to as ‘Part 8’ development. This is a reference to Part 8 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2001 as amended, which sets out the procedure for carrying out such developments. Such works would include developments such as the:
- construction of houses
- roads
- swimming pools
- public toilets
- and more
What is the procedure for carrying out a Part 8?
Public consultation is a fundamental element of the 'Part 8' planning application process. The consultation procedure requires that notice of the proposed development is
- given in an approved newspaper and
- a site notice is erected on the land on which the proposed development would be situated.
After the expiration of the period during which submissions or observations may be made, a report is presented to the members of the Council. This report contains, amongst other items, a list of the persons or bodies who made submissions, along with a summary of the issues raised by them and the Chief Executive's response. This report recommends whether or not the proposed development should be proceeded with as proposed, or should not be proceeded with.
Following consideration of the report, the proposed development may be carried out as recommended in the report, unless Laois County Council, by resolution, decides to vary or modify the development, otherwise than as recommended in the report, or decides not to proceed with the development.
View Part 8 proposals
Current Laois County Council proposals can be viewed on our online consultation portal
Further information
For further information please contact us by emailing planning@laoiscoco.ie or phone: 057 866 4000