Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The planning process facilitates engagement at numerous points in the plan. With regard to UDZs, there is a requirement for a pre-designation consultation, which allows interested parties to make submissions. In addition, the process of considering a variation to incorporate a candidate UDZ into the development plan requires statutory consultation and consideration by the elected members. Furthermore, the preparation of a draft development scheme providing detailed proposals regarding the development of the candidate UDZ also will require statutory public consultation and consideration by the elected members. It is considered that appropriate opportunity for consultation is provided for within the legislation.