Pre-Planning Advice and Design Support

Early-stage planning advice and design support, providing clear direction on feasibility, risks, and next steps within the Irish planning system.

• Assessment of proposals against planning policy and site constraints

• Identification of key risks and opportunities at an early stage

• Guidance to support appropriate design direction

• Input on aligning design proposals with planning requirements

• Connection with trusted local architects and designers suited to the project

Why It Matters

• Provides clarity before design and application costs are incurred

• Connects projects with appropriate design professionals early

• Reduces risk of redesign and delays

• Supports a smoother transition from concept to planning application

Clear, practical input to support well-founded planning and design decisions.

Planning Applications

Planning applications made simple, with clear, practical support from initial concept through to decision.

• Preparation and submission of planning applications

• Residential, rural, commercial, and industrial developments

• Clear, compliant documentation to reduce delays

• Practical planning advice throughout the application process

Why It Matters

• Reduces risk of delays and requests for further information

• Improves clarity and quality of applications

• Supports a smoother, more efficient planning process

Clear, efficient planning applications with a focus on getting results.

Planning Appeals

Planning appeals prepared clearly and efficiently, supporting both first-party and third-party appeals within statutory timeframes.

• Preparation of first-party appeals following refusal of permission

• Preparation of third-party appeals (observations/submissions)

• Review of decisions and identification of key planning issues

• Clear, structured appeal documentation aligned with planning policy

Why It Matters

• Ensures appeals are submitted within strict deadlines

• Focuses on the key planning considerations that influence outcomes

• Supports a clear and well-reasoned case to the relevant authority

Clear, focused appeal submissions with an emphasis on planning outcomes.

Appropriate Assessment Screening Reports

Screening Reports prepared to support planning applications, assessing whether a proposed development is likely to have significant effects on European sites (Natura 2000 sites), in line with the Habitats Directive.

• Planning assessment of potential effects on European sites

• Clear description of the development and site context

• Review of pathways for likely significant effects

• Reasoned screening conclusions for planning purposes

Why It Matters

• Supports planning compliance

• Identifies Appropriate Assessment requirements early

• Strengthens planning applications through clear, proportionate assessment

Clear, practical Screening Reports tailored to the planning process.

Planning Enforcement

Planning enforcement matters addressed clearly and pragmatically, with a focus on resolving issues and aligning developments with planning requirements.

• Review and interpretation of enforcement notices

• Advice on retention permission applications

• Assessment of options to regularise non-compliant development

• Preparation of planning documentation to support resolution

• Practical guidance on achieving compliance

Why It Matters

• Clarifies obligations and available options

• Reduces risk of escalation and penalties

• Supports a structured path to compliance

Clear, practical advice to resolve enforcement issues efficiently.

Development Plans & Policy

Planning input on Development Plans and policy, supporting clear, well-founded submissions and alignment with evolving planning frameworks.

• Preparation of submissions on Development Plan changes

• Review of proposed policies and identification of key impacts

• Planning input on masterplans and development frameworks

• Policy review to support clarity, consistency, and implementation

Why It Matters

• Ensures interests are clearly represented in plan-making processes

• Identifies risks and opportunities arising from policy changes

• Supports alignment with current and emerging planning frameworks

Clear, focused planning input on Development Plans and policy.

Master Planning & Strategic Projects

Planning input on masterplans, large-scale developments, and feasibility, supporting clear, practical frameworks aligned with planning policy.

• Feasibility studies to assess development potential and planning risk

• Planning input on masterplans and development frameworks

• Review of large-scale projects against local and national policy

• Strategic planning advice to support early-stage decision-making

Why It Matters

• Identifies viable development opportunities early

• Aligns projects with planning policy and requirements

• Supports clear, deliverable outcomes for complex projects

Clear, practical planning input for large-scale and strategic developments.

Council Planning Support

Planning support for local authorities, focused on efficient processing, clear reporting, and reduced workload for in-house teams.

• Resource consent and application processing support

• Planning assessments and reporting aligned with council requirements

• Review of applications for completeness and compliance

• Clear, timely communication to support efficient decision-making

Why It Matters

• Reduces pressure on internal planning teams

• Supports consistent and efficient processing

• Maintains quality while improving turnaround times

Reliable, efficient planning support aligned with council processes.