Urban and Rural Development

Local authorities may take action against owners or occupiers of neglected, unsightly or littered properties.

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

Local authorities maintain a public register of derelict sites.

Laois County Council engage with communities to give people a say in the design of public spaces such as streetscapes and public squares. The public may have an input into the design through consultation.

Laois County Council prepare plans for the development of specific public space projects. You can have an input into the plans through consultation.

Local authorities may prepare strategies to improve streets and public spaces in line with the location, history and character of the place. You can have an input into the strategies through consultation.

Laolis County Council will prepare guidelines for the design and building of new houses in rural areas.