Seanad debates
Tuesday, 10 December 2002
Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill, 2002: Second Stage.
The Minister pointed out that the value of land is increased when a decision is made by a local authority to grant planning permission for it. Part V was based on the principle that there should be some benefit to the community arising from any decisions made by the planning authority. It was on this principle that the Supreme Court upheld Part V and found that it was constitutional. These amendments will ensure the fairest possible implementation of the Act.
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