Planning Red Flags

Checking Planning Regulations:

  • If buying a site without Outline Planning Approval, first check area planning regulations for zoning and locals-only requirements in ROI (not an issue in NI).
Pre-Planning Meetings:
  • Pre-planning meetings can offer insights into whether a site might be approved or what restrictions might apply.
  • Note that these meetings are informal and do not guarantee approval.
  • The only definitive way to determine approval is to submit a formal planning application.

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    Site Viability Factors:

    Consider if the site is sloping, sheltered, narrow, or has difficult soil conditions, including underground water courses.Avoid flood-prone areas.

    Site Contamination and Environmental Issues:

    • Check for contamination on the site (e.g., brownfield sites).
    • Examine potential environmental issues, such as compliance with EU nature laws or impacts on protected areas like areas of outstanding natural beauty or Natura 2000 areas.
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