Environment Minister Mark H Durkan.
Environment Minister Mark H Durkan has called on the public to contribute their views to help shape the new planning policy framework.
In February, the Minister launched a public consultation on the single Strategic Planning Policy Statement (SPPS).
The consultation closes on 29 April next.
The SPPS is a clear expression of how the new planning system will work and consolidates over 20 separate planning policy statements into one, provides much shorter and clearer policy on issues such as building in the countryside, tourism, transport, telecommunications and housing.
The consultation provides an opportunity to influence changes to this new planning system.
Mark H Durkan said: “Planning and Local Government Reform is not just about doing things differently, it’s about doing things better by giving councils some powerful tools to shape their areas and communities.
“Achieving the benefits associated with the reform and transfer of planning functions to local Councils will involve everyone – Government, Councils, developers and communities. Working together, we have an exciting opportunity to create and shape what our local communities will look like for many decades to come.
“This is why it is important for people to have their say on the new policy. I encourage everyone to contribute their views to this important consultation through our digital online interactive portal.”
The SPPS is expected to be published in final form by end of 2014.
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